Like their counterparts nationwide, the students of Tusbab Secondary School in Madang Province are part of the 77, 413 Grade 10s that are currently sitting for their National Examinations which started yesterday Monday, October 7th. An approximate 415 Grade 10s from a total of 7 classes started with their Mathematics and Personal Development papers and will continue today with Social Science and Arts. Principal of Tusbab and also the current Caretaker and Director of Education in Madang Mr. Alphonse Igag stated that this number is a decrease compared to 2023. He also mentioned that the week before examinations, exam papers were delivered in boxes and principals from respective schools were present to receive the papers. By the end of the week, exam papers were most likely transferred out from its central site in Tusbab, Madang Town and locked away in secured locations. Mr. Igag has a positive outlook on the examination results. “We are anticipating a good outcome for the exams.” Additionally, he left a specific message for boarding schools. “We hope the Grades 9, 11, & 12 respect their fellow students who are doing exams, and the same thing goes for the Grade 10s when Grade 12s sit for their exams.” “This is the last time, especially for the Grades 9 and 11 will be seeing their fellow students do their exams.” “It is only appropriate for the remaining grades to be respectful for the next two weeks.” He also urged teachers and parents to be on their best behavior and to not cause trouble for the Grade 10s, 12s and 8s. Meanwhile, the following week, approximately 236 Grade 12s from 6 classes will be doing their National Examinations. Grade 12 numbers have been steady since 2023. A total of 32 registered schools in the province are qualified for examinations with Aiyom Anglican Highschool and Bundi Junior Highschool being the exception.