January 2021

2024 Australia Awards PNG How to Apply

Australia Awards Scholarships, formerly known as Australian Development Scholarships (ADS), provide opportunities for people from developing countries, particularly those countries located in the Indo-Pacific region, to undertake full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study at participating Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.

Latest information on the 2024 Australia Awards
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For the 2023 applicants, find out about the application process, interview and selection.

Before you apply for Australia Awards 2024

Check the opening and closing dates for your country, and select your country of citizenship/residency from the list of participating countries for specific information on eligibility, priority areas and how to apply. See the participating countries page for opening and closing dates.
If you intend to apply, you must read the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook. The handbook provides information including general eligibility requirements, selection processes, entitlements and responsibilities. Note that the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade may revise and update the handbook at any time without notice.
Some countries encourage and allow you to apply online while others require hard-copy applications. See your participating country profile for more information.

Applying online - www.australiaawards.org.pg application 2024

Go to the Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS). When you register online, you will be required to answer some questions to establish your eligibility. You will then be given a unique registration number, username and password.

You do not need to submit your application immediately. You can set up a draft application form and update it, and your supporting documentation, until the designated closing date as on the relevant participating country profile.

Once submitted, your application cannot be changed. We strongly advise applicants applying online to do so well before the closing date. OASIS experiences peak usage in the days leading up to the closing date and applicants may experience delays.

Refer to the Applicant's Online User Manual if you need help.

Applying by mail

If you are unable to submit your application online, you can apply by mail. Please check your participating country profile for contact details to obtain a hardcopy application form and any other templates such as referee reports (if applicable).

Completed hard copy application forms and supporting documentation must be submitted by the deadline specified by your country. See the opening and closing dates for each country.

Supporting documentation

Check your participating country profile to see if your country requires additional supporting documents, such as referee reports (template below).

Source: Australia Awards, dfat.

GCSE maths exam good practises

We take an in-depth look at how to revise and pass GCSE maths exams. The guide takes you through 5 steps - how to use past TEST and EXAM papers to actually sit the exam.

Here we summarise what the GCSE examiners expect of you. Click on the link for more information on How to Study and Pass GCSE Maths Exam.

Good practises when doing GCSE maths exam

Skim through the exam papers from the cover page to the last page and every other page in between.

The marks next to the question give you an idea of how many steps are required in the solution. Where there are 3 marks, show all the working out.

Cross out any mistake neatly.
Include the units where required.
Check the time every 20 or 30 minutes.
Work through the easy questions, do not spend too much time on the hard question.
Check that your answers are reasonable. If you work out the value of x, make a substitution to confirm the value is right.
If you have time in the end, come back to the hard question and attempt it.
Check and double-check every question in case you missed any before handing in your maths exam paper.

Click on the image to learn how to solve quadratic equations by factorising

What exam markers are looking for

A clear and logical flow of work is an important factor as far as marking exam papers are concerned. Remember examiners are marking thousands of questions.

So, if your work is clear, logical and reasonable, the markers will have fun marking them. That means that you are likely to get full marks.

Show the right answer clearly.
Draw neat graphs and label them accurately.
You must strive to do the following when answering the GCSE maths exam questions.
Set out your work so that it is logically so that it is easy to follow and understand.

Download GCSE Maths past papers

You can download the past GCSE exam papers online. Here are some websites that many students prefer to use.

Maths Genie
Maths Watch
Dr Frost maths
Cobette Maths
GCSE maths in four weeks

Stationery items you will need for exams are available here: GCSE maths stationery items

Conclusion (Pass GCSE maths exams)

Show your working out clearly and logically. Where there are 3 or more marks, do not only write the answer.

PNG Government Scholarships: What Does TESAS, AES, HECAS and HELP Mean?

Students TESAS (Tertiary Education Student Assistance Scheme) Award Status indicates the type of PNG govt scholarship offered to students. It is a merit-based award.

AES is awarded to the best-performing students (with a high GPA).

The number of scholarships available to continuing students (and new intakes) is determined by the availability of govt funding and HEIs GPA cut-off, yearly. Details of funding and GPA for each HEI in the country are the work of DHERST. Here are some guides to TESAS and GPA.

Read about the PNG Universities and Colleges 2023 Acceptance List Info, TESAS, HELP Loan and Registration and Orientation - ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW.

AES - Academic Excellence Scholarships
HECAS - Higher Education Contribution Assistance Scheme

DHERST TESAS Award list for New Intakes (SL & NSL) and Continuing students for 2023 was released today - download the PDFs here

TESAS AWARD HECAS AES PNG GOVT SCHOLARSHIP

TESAS: AES & HECAS Stats that matter

We kept some 'stats that matter' based on the TESAS Award list for New Intakes over the years. Here is the stat for the TESAS Awards for Continuing Students in 2021.

82 Continuing students on AES
6779 Continuing students on HECAS
6861 Total Students on TESAS

Note: The figures do not include the NEW INTAKES.

The DHERST Selection List for New Intakes was released a day after the Continuing Students TESAS Award List. Read about the NEW INTAKES 'stats that matter'.

Some HEIs have not submitted their continuing students' GPAs to DHERST. Those institutions are not included in the TESAS list released by DHERST.

Download the Continuing Students List for HEIs

Some HEIs have not submitted their Continuing Students GPA lists for the 2021 academic year. Students who are attending those institutions will expect delays at the Beginning of Year Travel and TESAS payments.

The students attending those institutions should call the Students' Admin for more information.

2023 self-sponsored students who have secured a scholarship must make travel arrangements with their universities or higher institutions.

Recommended reading: How to Secure a Govt Scholarship - TESAS

Re-admission and self-sponsored students

The advice from DHERST for students whose names are NOT on the list:

Be advised that students whose name do not appear on the list [ Continuing Students approved list] should consult your respective HEIs to confirm your progressive status for 2021. (DHERST, press release, 26/01/2021)

Why are only 6861 Continuing Students on TESAS?

Here is what DHERST said about it...

"The number of applications for TESAS Awards with a qualifying minimum GPA level is typically greater than the number of available TESAS Awards.
It should be noted that some program admission requirements of institutions might include a different weighted consideration of grades and/or prerequisite subjects with minimum grades, due to their particular academic requirements. As such, Awardees are selected within program quotas on a merit basis. This means that not all applicants with a qualifying GPA level will receive an award." (DHERST, website)

Another reason is that the 2021 TESAS award list does not include some HEIs (Higher Education Institutions) that did not submit the student GPAs to DHERST. And their students may not have been included in the official list released on the 26 of January 2021.

TESAS PNG Govt Scholarship Funds

In a National Newspaper report, the secretary for higher education said that they only received K36 million (out of the K68 million required TESAS funding) for 2021. The question was why half of the required TESAS fund?

In 2020, the PNG govt, through DHERST, implemented the students' assistantship scheme - the Higher Education Loan Program, or HELP. The same year, the govt allocated K220 million to fund HELP.

The higher education secretary said

... 6,637 students applied for HELP this year [2020] and K28,109,457 was paid by the Government.

How do students apply for HELP?

HELP aims to enhance the quality of higher education. The studentship program also aims to ensure access to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees is available to eligible students.

Firstly, students must demonstrate that they are enrolled in a registered institution to apply. This program is led by the DHERST with data and input from the HEIs in the country.

Students who wish to apply for this loan should complete the HELP Application Form. See your HEI/Student Admin for more info. That means all students (both continuing and new intakes) should register at a HELP-participating institution.

Then, see your students' admin/support staff and complete the application form. The respective HEIs will launch the forms, on your behalf, with DHERST and let you know of the outcome.

CFA Exam Results Date

The results for the CFA Level I and II exams are available within 60 days of the exam date and within 90 days for the CFA Level III exam.

Individual candidate results are released only to the candidate and are never released to a third party; however, lists of passing candidates are provided to societies for membership purposes.

Detailed exam scores and responses to exam questions are measurement information and part of a candidate's test record, both of which are owned solely by CFA Institute. This information is not given to candidates.

CFA Exam Results

Exam results are expected to be available approximately 8-10 weeks after the close of an exam window for Level I/Level II, and approximately 10 weeks for Level III.

After all testing is completed and the exam window closes, CFA Institute begins conducting a thorough analysis of exam questions/candidate performance to identify the minimum passing score (MPS) that represents basic competence in the subject matter.

For Level III grading, hundreds of CFA charterholders will participate in an essay grading event. The Board of Governors will then convene to approve the MPS. Rigorous quality control processes and data quality review steps are completed to ensure results are presented accurately to all tested candidates.

Candidates will receive periodic messages to keep them updated on the progress of exam results, and additional information will be published to this page as it becomes available.

CFA Exam Minimum Passing Score

After each exam administration, the CFA Institute Board of Governors sets the minimum passing score (MPS) for each level.

The purpose for this approach is to ensure fairness to candidates across administrations as the difficulty of each test is taken into account when setting the MPS. CFA Institute does not release the MPS or individual candidate scores.

*Exam results are available for approximately one year after the test date. After this date, candidates may prove their status with CFA Program by generating and downloading a verification letter from the Verification Letter section in their Account Profile.

The verification letter will confirm a “pass” or “fail” exam result, but the topic area performance summary will not be available.

CFA Exam Pass Rates

Below are the CFA Program Level I–III exam pass rates for each of the most recent exams administered.

CFA Level I Exam Pass Rate

August 2021 CFA Level I exam pass rate: 26%

CFA Level II Exam Pass Rate

August 2021 CFA Level II exam pass rate: 29%

CFA Level III Exam Pass Rate

August 2021 CFA Level III exam pass rate: 39%

Source: CFA Website

Flexible Open and Distance Education 2024 FODE Application Info

The PNG government and Education Department realised that there is a need to focus on Flexible, Open and Distance Education. This realisation comes at the back of unprecedented growth in the number of students leaving school are Grades 8, 10 and 12 as a result of the Free Education Policy.

If you are a student wanting to upgrade your marks or continue your education with FODE, you'll find this article useful. We have compiled the information from the FODE website and the latest articles to give you the best head-start.

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What is Flexible, Open and Distance Education

The National Education Department recognises that distance education is an important means to deliver education.

Flexible, Open and Distance Education (FODE) is mandated to offer a distance learning pathway as an integral part of the National Education System.

FODE is a School at home, where students study the same primary and secondary education curriculum in their own time, in their own homes, and at their own pace.

FODE is ideally:

the alternative choice for students who decide to study at home, in an open and flexible environment.
for continuing education for students who for various reasons cannot continue their education in the mainstream school system.
the second chance education for the upgrading of grades/results of their grades 10 and 12 certificates

Why the emphasis on flexible, open and distance education

The number of students dropping out of primary and secondary schools is alarming (link here). The PNG govt through the Education Ministry and the National Education Department have seen that the best way to address the problem is through FODE.

Here is what the new Education Minister said about the FODE enrolment…

‘A team from the Education Department is working on a plan to have all school leavers absorbed into the [FODE] system….this is so we can reduce the number of student dropouts doing nothing out there.’ Jimmy Uguro, MP

Who is eligible for FODE

FODE students can be school leavers, disabled people, employed or unemployed, teenagers or adult, single or married. Anyone who wishes to improve his/her education can study at FODE.

Students studying at FODE are classified as either Full Correspondence (FC) students or Upgrader Students (US).

FC – FODE students who are studying ALL the courses from Grades 7 – 12

·US – students who are upgrading marks for certain courses at FODE

FODE Application form 2024

The FODE study centres open in February of every year. If you are trying to get the FODE application form for 2024, check out your nearest study centre. The FODE staff are always helpful, they’ll help you out.

It is perhaps important to note that you visit your FODE centre to get the latest information. The support staff and professional staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have in regard to the:

FODE application forms,
enrolment info for FC and US,0
starting dates,
entry test and
fees.

For those in Port Moresby and Central Province, visit the FODE centre near the Australian High Commission, Waigani.

How to enrol at FODE

FODE enrolment points include the 22 Provincial Centres, located in the main towns. The FODE Provincial Centre or FODE Study Centre nearest to you administers the entry test, PET. The entry test measures the English and Mathematical ability level of new students who wish to continue their education FODE. If you are in Lae, check out DODL- Unitech, or in Port Moresby, UPNG Open Campus.

Here is how to enrol at a FODE:

Discuss your intention to study with FODE Support Staff at the provincial FODE centres (recommended).
All the students enrolling for the first time with FODE must do the Pre-Enrolment Test (PET).
Pay a compulsory entry test fee of K50 into the FODE account.
Sit for the English and Mathematics entry test.
You answer sheets will be corrected at the provincial marking centre.
Check the entry test result at your FODE centre.
If you pass the test, you may enrol at FODE. If you fail, you will re-sit the entry test at a later time.

Some centres are charging a K75 entry test fee. To avoid any inconveniences, it is recommended that all *new* students contact their FODE centres.

PNG FODE Approved Course Programs

For Grades 7 and 8, you are required to do all six (6) subjects.

For Grades 9 and 10, you must complete five (5) subjects and one (1) optional to be certified. Business Studies and Design & Technology Computing are optional.

For Grade 11 and 12: the subjects are in line with the Upper Secondary Approved Matriculation and align with the courses offered in conventional secondary schools throughout the country.

2023 FODE application for Grade 11 and 12 subjects

Note: From the above three subject streams, the selection of Option One is based on the PET test result placement criteria.

Important: For newly enrolled students and continuing students who are FODE, please download the detailed subject and study outline for Grades 7 & 8, 9 & 10 and 11 & 12.

FODE Education Strategic Direction

Vision

“Papua New Guineans have grade 12 equivalency education and certification through flexible open distance education”

Mission

“Pursuing quality national education through flexible open distance education (FODE) by harnessing all appropriate and affordable technologies”

New Ireland Mean Rating Index (MRI)

Dr Malpo also touched on the need to improve the provinces Mean Rating Index (MRI) which is the performance average of students per school.

“ We must aspire to give our best to each individual student if we are to see an improvement in our MRI’s. And the MRI’s have a correlation with the quality of teachers we have in our schools.

We need qualified teachers and we must endeavour to get all teachers to Bachelor level,” said Dr Malpo.

Flexible Open Distant Education ( FODE)

The need for the introduction of more Flexible Open Distant Education ( FODE) into the province was also discussed. With the Educationists stating that just because a student does not do well through the normal education system does not mean that they are failures.

Work on the setting up of the New Ireland University and Namatanai Technical college also continues.

Taking in the issues and suggestions by the Education team Governor Sir J relayed that while the New Ireland Government could not fix all the dilemma’s faced by the Education sector it could intervene in areas that are within the policy framework.

He said his Government through the subsidy division has been actively allocating funds directly to schools and has separate funding specifically for the upskilling of teachers who wish to pursue higher degrees and encouraged them to utilize the program.

For infrastructure development he made particular emphasis on the West Coast Kulube was picked to have a new high school built. He encouraged the Education Division to think new when it came to the construction of the school.

Separate meetings will be conducted to discuss more on the rollout of Education infrastructure in the province.

Governor’s School of Excellence

The Governor’s School of Excellence located at the Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (OLSH) International School is another positive outcome of Government policy.

With a number of students selected through the policy getting high grades last year.

Sir J thanked the Education Division representatives for taking time to really take stock of the current status of Education in the province, outlining areas of weakness and offering constructive solutions to improve the sector.

“ We cannot solve all the problems but we must adjust our priorities. We all have our good and bad sides, we just need to choose and create a balance to move forward,” said Sir J.

New Ireland Education Students Population

According to New Ireland Education, it operates 560 schools. With a school a population of over 59, 765 and 2,160 teachers. The Province has improved its effort to deliver quality education across all sectors of education.

In 2019 grade 10s and 12s placed New Ireland in the Top 5 amongst other secondary schools in the country. NIP overall mean average index was 10 behind Pom, East New Britain and East Sepik.

In 2020 the Covid pandemic contributed to almost 2 months of out of class time for all students in schools. The lost times were catered for through rearranged timetabling and extra classes in most of the examinable grades ( 8,10,12). According to results for performance in examinations for grade 8, the cut-off mark was 75 out of 150. The highest score was 146/150. For Grade 10 the MRI was 77%. All high schools moved up by 1 point. Lihir Secondary school came 10th in the country.

Source: New Ireland Provincial Govt Media Unit

Bostwana PSLE, JCE and BGCSE Exam Results 2023

Examination results for the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE), Junior Certificate Examination (JCE) and Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Examination (BGCSE) are available online.

The release of results is communicated each and every year through various media.

Latest update January 2023: The JCE (and PLSE) results for 2023 are out. Click here to find out how to download your JCE results online and check the results via SMS.

PLSE BGCSE jce exam result 2023 - Malepa Online results

Latest update on PSLE, JCE and BGCSE Exam Results

Here, you'll find the latest news and updates on PSLE, JCE and BGCSE Examination dates and Results that we collect from newspapers and the Botswana govt website news page.

How to check Bostwana PSLE, JCE and BGCSE Exam Results?

Students can be accessed the Bostwana PSLE, JCE and BGCSE Exam Results via SMS or online.

A) Text message (SMS)

For BGCSE:

Compose a text message (SMS) comprising; Center number, candidate number, candidate surname (include space between the parameters) and send SMS to 16688. Example: BW500 0001 Moithuti

For JCE:

Compose a text message (SMS) comprising; Examination level, Center number, candidate number, candidate surname (include space between the parameters) and send SMS to 16688. Example: JCE JC0500 0001 Moithuti

For PSLE:

Compose a text message (SMS) comprising of; Examination level, Center number, candidate number, candidate surname (include space between the parameters) and send SMS to 16688. Example: PSLE PS0500 0001 Moithuti.

B) Botswana Examinations Council website

Log in to www.bec.co.bw
Indicate examination
Indicate Year
Enter Center number
Enter Candidate number
Enter Candidate surname
Click "show results"

How to get PLSE results 2023

1. Individual Candidates: Candidates will be able to access the results through the BEC Website www.bec.co.bw as well as through the SMS line 16688 across all mobile networks.

2. Distribution to Centres: The results will be distributed to the Regional Offices and to the Centres through courier services.

3. Distribution to Regional Offices: Regional Offices will access the results reports through the Malepa system as well as CDs which will be delivered through courier services.

When Does Edexcel Results Come Out: GCSE Results Day 2023

GCSE results day is an eagerly awaited event for students who have completed their exams and are anxious to know their grades. If you are a GCSE student waiting for your Edexcel results in 2023, this article will provide you with important information regarding when the results will be released and how you can collect them.

GCSE Results Day 2023

This year, the GCSE results for Edexcel exams will be released on Thursday, 24 August 2023.

It's essential to mark this date in your calendar so that you can be prepared to collect your results and celebrate your achievements.

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Collecting Your Results

On results day, you can collect your GCSE results from your school. However, it's important to note that some schools may choose to post the results or send them digitally, so it's crucial to check with your teachers to confirm the collection method.

If you are collecting your results from your school, your teachers will inform you about the opening time and the specific classroom where you can collect your results.

Remember that the opening times may vary from school to school, so don't assume that your school will open at the same time as your friends' schools.

Understanding GCSE Grades

To interpret your GCSE grades accurately, it's essential to understand the grading system.

Here is a breakdown of the Edexcel GCSE grades and their corresponding equivalents:

9: High A*
8: Low A* or high A grade
7: Low A grade
6: High B grade
5: Low B or high C grade
4: Low C grade
3: D or high E grade
2: Low E or high F grade
1: Low F or G grade
U: Ungraded

Note that the previous C grade has been replaced with grades 5 and 4, both of which are considered a pass. Grade 4 is a standard pass, while grade 5 is known as a strong pass.

Receiving Your GCSE Certificates

It's important to understand that the GCSE results you will receive in August are provisional and indicate your provisional grades.

Your final grades will be shown on your GCSE certificates, which are crucial for providing proof to universities and employers.

If you believe that there has been a mistake in your grades, you have the option to make an appeal. You can request a remark of your papers or a clerical check to ensure accuracy.

Your GCSE certificates will be sent to your school by the exam board approximately 3 months after results day.

Your school will inform you when the certificates are ready for collection. You can either visit the school to pick them up or arrange for the school to post them to you. Remember that schools are required to keep your certificates for 12 months after receiving them, so there's no need to worry if you can't collect them immediately.

Importance of Your GCSE Certificates

It's crucial to keep your GCSE certificates safe, as you may need to present them to universities or employers.

In case you lose a certificate, you can order a replacement called a "certified statement of results" from your exam board.

Please note that there may be a cost associated with ordering this replacement.

When Does Edexcel Results Come Out: GCSE Results Day 2023

FAQs (GCSE Results 2023)

1. When is GCSE results day 2023?

Answer: GCSE results for 2023 will be released on Thursday, 24 August 2023.

2. How can I collect my GCSE results?

Answer: You can collect your GCSE results from your school. However, some schools may choose to post or send them digitally, so it's important to check with your teachers for the collection method.

3. What should I bring with me on results day?

Answer: Consider bringing a fully charged mobile phone, photo ID, a bottle of water, a trusted adult for support, and a pen and paper to write down any information.

4. What if I'm on holiday on results day?

Answer: If you are unable to collect your results in person due to being on holiday or other reasons, you can arrange in advance for your school to send your results to you via email or post. Contact your school to discuss the process and requirements.

5. Can someone else collect my results on my behalf?

Answer: In some cases, you can nominate someone else to collect your results on your behalf. They will usually need to sign a letter and provide photo ID. Confirm the rules and procedures with your school regarding this option.

6. When will I receive my GCSE certificates?

Answer: GCSE results slips and certificates are not the same. The provisional grades are shown on the results slips you'll receive in August. The final grades, indicated on the certificates, will be sent to your school by the exam board approximately three months after results day. Your school will inform you when they are ready for collection or can arrange to have them posted to you.

7. What if I need to appeal my grades?

Answer: If you believe there has been a mistake in your grades, you can make an appeal. This may involve requesting a remark or a clerical check. Refer to the provided guide or consult with your school for more information on the appeals process.

UPNG Open College Application Form Grade 12 School Leavers

The University of Papua New Guinea, Open College (UPNG –OC) informs 2022 Grade 12 School Leavers, that Applications to the External undergraduate degree programs are open and will close on the 31st of January 2023.

2023 UPNG OPEN COLLEGE Application: Note that this is an *old* notice. See the latest programs and application form PDF for 2023 > Click Here

If you are interested in enrolling, download the Application form and fill it in and lodge it at your nearest Open College Centre.

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UPNG OPEN COLLEGE Application Form 2023

Call for Applications to UPNG OPEN COLLEGE Undergraduate Degree/Diploma Programs 2023 (for 2022 Secondary School Leavers)

Download the application form here.

Applicants must take note of the following important points

1. Only 2022 Grade Leavers will be considered in this application call.

2. The following programs are on offer; Business Management Foundation Year, Science Foundation Year and Bachelor of Arts – Year 1

3. Science Foundation Year (SFY) is only offered at NCD OC Centre. Applicants must study ALL the following five subjects (L&L, Advance Maths, Chemistry, Physics and Biology in Grade 12 in order to be considered for UPNG Science Foundation.

4. If you are intending to enrol in any of the Open College Certificate programs, you must go to your nearest OC center with your grade 12 certificate and enquire about the programs on offer and you will be advised accordingly. Do not use this application form.

5. CTCS program will no longer admit new students in 2023 and onwards, only continuing students will enrol in this program.

6. UPNG-OC is no longer offering any upgrading of courses. You are advised to pursue a degree or complete a certificate program.

7. Navigate through our Open College website to confirm the Entry Requirements and Eligibility criteria for the programs.

8. The normal fee for diploma and degree courses in K600 per course per semester. Science practical (Laboratory) based courses fee is K900 per course.

9. If you register at NCD Campus or Morobe University Centre, a compulsory surcharge fee of K60.00 is applicable in addition to your course fee.

10. The decision of the selectors is final. Any appeals will not be entertained.

_________//

This announcement was originally published on the UPNG website.

Flexible Open and Distance Education (FODE) Application and Enrolment

THE Government has urged parents to enrol their children who have dropped out of school into the Flexible Open and Distance Education (FODE) this year as it is free.

Education Minister Jimmy Uguro yesterday said no fees would be levied on FODE students and encouraged those who could not make it to the upper grades to enrol at their nearest Fode centre.

“Fode is fee-free this year,” Uguro said.

“Parents are not paying.

“The Government has paid the fees.

“This is to address the high turn-over of school dropouts each year.

“The Education Department has been tasked to attach FODE centres to high school and nominated primary schools in districts and provinces.

“A team from the Education Department is working on a plan to have all school leavers absorbed into the [FODE] system.

“This is so we can reduce the number of student dropouts doing nothing out there.

“As soon as school commences on Feb 1, FODE classes should also commence.”

Prime Minister James Marape said recently that the Government would offer an alternative education pathway to help those who dropped out of school. Uguro said the Covid-19 affected student’s learning last year which resulted in 17,000 students missing out on moving to the next level.

“FODE is free because we are accommodating the school leavers, we are opening up opportunities for those who have been left out, we are taking them on board,” he said.

“The FODE students will study the same contents and they will sit for the same exams.

“So no one should be left behind.

“All students should be educated equally. Last year, there was a big drop so the Government is addressing this issue through Fode.”

Uguro said teachers would be paid an allowance for teaching Fode.

He advised students interested in taking up Fode to check with the Fode centres in the provinces and districts because the Government was committed to starting the fee-free initiative this year.

Source: The National Newspaper ( By GYNNIE KERO, 12/01/2021)

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2024 Middle School 8th Grade Back to Schools Supply List

Curious about the essential tools for conquering 8th grade? We've scoured over 60 school supplies and unearthed the top 10 superstars.

This handy list breaks down the must-haves for each subject – Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies – as well as the shared essentials for every middle schooler. So, grab your backpack, download the list, and get ready to ace the year!

Bonus: We've even included suggested quantities for each item, making back-to-school shopping a breeze.

8th Grade Back to School Supply List 2024 - Middle School

Top 10 Back-to-School School Supplies

We compared nearly 62 items (including the quantities) from 3 schools in Kansas, Alabama and Texas to find out the popular items.

Here are the top 10 Popular School Supplies for 8th Graders:

Markers
Earphones
24 Ct pencils
Bevelled Erasers
Notebook paper
Blue or black pens
Rolls of paper towels
Composition notebooks
2-pocket folder with brads
Graphing Calculator/Scientific Calculator

IMPORTANT: Before the school starts, clearly label all supplies with first and last names.

To label the school supplies, you will require fabric markers and name labels (Amazon affiliate link).

Essential School Supplies for 8th-Grade Students

The essential school supplies are a must-have. Most of these items make the top 10 list, but it is important to identify them as essentials.

Composition notebook (Reading, Maths, Science and Social Studies).
Binders and binder dividers.
Pen, pencil and pencil
Pencil Pouch
Colour pencil
Folders

Why know the top 10 essential supplies?

We've observed that these 10 schools' supplies were popular across the 3 schools that we analyzed. In addition, several supplies have been consistently requested by the middle school over the years.

We identified the popular supplies for elementary from Pre-K all the way up to 5th Grade. See the elementary school supply lists here.
You can also find the complete school supply lists for 6th Grade and 8th Grade via this link - Middle School Supply List.

Download 2024 School Supply List

This PDF list contains the most requested list of 10 items, as well as all the lists from the complete list that we used to analyse the supplies from 3 schools. Download the PDF version of all 57 items, including the popular TOP 10 supplies.

Get it here - Top 10 School Supplies for 8th Grade.

It will give you a good idea about the school supply list if you do not have one from your child/ren's school yet.

Please use this list as a guide as you plan to gather the items for your child.

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8th Grade School Supply List 2024

The top 10 school supplies will give you an idea about the items to buy now or during the school term.

We found out that there are 3 different types of supplies that schools often ask for - the required supplies, additional supplies, and supplies for boys and girls.

Importantly, as your child enters middle school they'll require supplies for each of the courses (or subjects) such as Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Some schools ask for the general supplies that everyone across the grade needs.

Many schools may often ask for the required school supplies on the first day of school. If you need clarity, speak to your child's class teacher as he/she is the best person to help.

In addition, check out the school newsletter or website for any latest inclusions of supplies.

General school supplies for 8th Grade

Some school supplies may need to be replenished during the school year. In fact, each school may require additional supplies depending on what they are planning after Summer.

Schools that offer self-contained classes or other additional curricula and extra-curricular activities often make this clear in their newsletter to parents and citizens.

Contact the school or talk to your child's 8th Grade teacher if you need further clarification.

Back to School Supply Checklist

The diagram shows the complete list of items that we used to identify the top 10 school Supplies. The colored items were rearranged to show the popular (and common) supplies in three schools from the different states - Kansas, Alabama and Texas.

We realised that all three schools have asked the parents and children to name the supplies with first and last names. This is an important exercise and must be done before the start of the school term.

A fabric pen and name labels will be required to name the supplies.

8th Grade Back to School Supply 2024 Checklists

We compared over 100 school supplies from more than 10 middle schools in 9 states to identify the top 10 products.

Each school supply list has a general list of items, as well as the items for each subject. We sorted the items and rearranged them to match the items from one school to another which made it easier to selectively identify the same items across the different schools.

It took a week to finally complete the list. We call this the Top 10 Popular School Supplies!

You can see the Top 10 Items for the middle schools via the links:

1) 6TH GRADE Top 10 Popular School Supplies.

2) 7TH GRADE Top 10 Popular School Supplies.

3) Elementary School Supply Lists (Pre-K to 5th Grade)

4) Middle School Supply Lists (6th Grade to 8th Grade)

While the official school supply list will be released soon, this handy checklist offers a sneak peek at the essentials your child might need. Consider it a treasure map for deals and a time-saving guide to avoid last-minute scrambles.

How to use the School Supply Lists 2024?

These lists are *checklists* only. Your child's school will have an updated supply list for you.

In fact, many of these items are common year after year. But these lists will give you a heads-up in case you see the supplies at a discount online or at a shop, or anywhere in the house.

By doing this, you do not have to buy all the supplies at once. This can save you a lot of money and time.

So we hope you find this information useful. Download the 8TH GRADE school supply checklist (PDF).