THE school administrator of Sirinumu Primary School is considering converting one of their classrooms into a mini library to accommodate their reading books and provide a better reading environment for students.
Following the recent donation of books by the University of Papua New Guinea Adventist Tertiary Student Association (UPNG ATSA), the idea of establishing a school library gained momentum, aiming to assist students in their reading endeavours.
Deputy Headmaster Mr Peter Teine explained that the administration would look into allocating a specific building for the books to be stored.
“At the moment, we encourage every class to utilises spaces in their classroom and keep their books in the classroom,” Mr Teine said.
“The university students visit to our school is the first of its kind and we commend their emphasis on reading and their initiative.”
He said the school caters for more than 300 students and hopes to have a Library building to expand students’ learning through reading and comprehension.
“Reading is key and reading is everything, when you read you are able to educate yourself as well as it builds your comprehension,” he said.
Mr Teine highlighted their commitment to ensure students receive the best education and progress in their learning.
“In the meantime, we are selective on the reading books we are issuing to students. We distribute the books according to the level of readings and understanding that suits the lower primary and the upper primary,” he said.
He highlighted the increasing student population and the school’s need for government support to upgrade their classrooms and establish a school library
“Once we create those incentives and motivation, we boost our children achieving what their purpose in school.”
