Students from Water House Memorial Primary school in the Gelegele Resettlement of Rabaul District in East New Britain province, will now be using a newly built six-in-one double classroom that was officially opened recently.
The opening was a double celebration for the students in the primary school as well for the Water House Junior High school, teachers and surrounding communities because the opening also coincided with the commissioning of the new school uniform.
Officiating the program was East New Britain Governor, Micheal Marum, Acting Provincial Administrator Levi Mano, Provincial Education Advisor Alkan Mararang and officers from the Rabaul District Administration.
According to Head teacher, Mr. Mesulam Gamaliel, the school was established in 1996 after the twin volcanic eruption in 1994 to cater for students in the resettlement communities of Gelegele. He said the successful completion of the six in one classroom was made possible through the school management and board, and the Provincial Government through the Office of the Governor.
“We also received support from a small locally owned business of Gelegele. Such gestures shows how locals see the importance of these kinds of infrastructural projects taking place by giving back to the community.”
In addition, the East New Britain Provincial Education Advisor Alkan Mararang told the students and parents that such effort and commitment from the school, local businesses and communities is really good as that is what they always emphasize about.
He commended the school administration, board and parents for their commitment and perseverance in successfully completing the classroom.
“I urge you students and communities to take ownership of the new classroom and look after it to serve future generations.”
Furthermore, other provincial leaders praised the school management and communities for their continuous commitment resulting in the building and other school successes. The school later thanked Governor Michael Marum, the provincial administration, education division, local business and everyone who committed their time and support towards the school.
Meanwhile, the event also saw the commissioning of school fencing and classroom maintenance, the blessing of new school truck, and the commissioning of the new vehicle for Gelegele Health Centre.