The Ministry of Education organized a sending-off ceremony for the fourth Cohort of TVET Teachers travelling to China. The ceremony was held in the Minister’s Conference Room on Friday 13th September in the afternoon, in the presence of her Excellency Ambassador Ms Lin Nan; Director of the Confucius Institute, Ms Sunny Yang; the Principal Secretary for Education Sector Development Mr John Lesperance; Teachers; TVET Officials and other Invitees.
The new Cohort comprising six Teachers will depart for China from 17th September to 14th November 2024. These educators will receive specialized training in Graphic Design; Textile and Fashion and Ornamental Horticulture, at Institutions such as Zibo Vocational Institute, Weifang Engineering Vocational College and Shandong Vocational College of Light Industry.
In his remarks to the Teachers, the Principal Secretary for Education Sector Development Mr John Lesperance stated “The Government of Seychelles recognizes the vital importance of vocational education in shaping the future of our youth, particularly for those who aspire to pursue careers in technical and vocational fields. This initiative will undoubtedly bring long-term benefits to our students and the nation as a whole.
He further expressed: “Strengthening the capacity of our teachers is critical to ensuring the success and long-term sustainability of our education system. It is through their professional growth that we will continue to elevate the quality of education and enhance the learning experience for our students.”
On her side, the Ambassador remarked “In recent years, China has actively supported Seychellois vocational and technical education and training under the framework of the China-Africa Vocational Education Alliance. We have invited three groups of Seychellois Teachers to come to China for training, which achieved good results and improved the professional quality and skills of teachers a whole.”
She further expressed: “Teachers are the heart of quality education and I believe every one of you will become the Ambassador of friendship between China and Seychelles”.
