The Member for Kairuku and Minister for Energy, Peter Isoaimo, has revealed plans to develop more secondary schools and invest in renewable energy solutions within the district’s education sector.
Speaking at the 72nd Grade 10 and 22nd Grade 12 graduation ceremony held at Mainohana Catholic Secondary School in Central province, Minister Isoaimo emphasized the importance of equipping students with the skills and resources needed to thrive in a rapidly digitalizing world.
Addressing graduating students, Minister Isoaimo urged young people to prepare themselves for an increasingly connected and competitive global economy.
“In a fast-digitalized global economy and a global community, the world has become smaller, so you need to run with that pace in your new place of learning or whatever career path you wish to take,” he told the graduates.
Minister Isoaimo emphasized the importance of computer literacy, saying students must be comfortable using technology as part of their education and future careers.
He highlighted the district’s commitment to enhancing technological access in schools, noting that the Kairuku District Development Authority (KDDA) has already pledged support by providing computers to local schools. He also proposed developing solar power systems to ensure reliable electricity supply, which is critical for the operation of modern educational facilities.
“If need be, I think we should really do a little solar farm to run the school,” he said, suggesting that the existing generator could remain on standby while solar power provides electricity for the school administration and, importantly, its computer facilities.
In addition to technological improvements, Minister Isoaimo outlined KDDA’s plans to expand the district’s secondary education infrastructure.
Recognizing the increasing demand for higher-level schooling, he announced intentions to upgrade existing day high schools into fully-fledged secondary schools. Specifically, the Wama Day High School and the Allen de Boismenu Day High School will be developed to accommodate Grades 11 and 12.
“This will allow students from Hiri-Koiari, especially those from the roadside communities, as well as Kuriva, St John’s, Kerea, Doura and Veimauri, to access secondary education closer to their communities,” he said.
Minister Isoaimo said students from these areas currently face longer journeys to schools such as Laloki, Yarowari and Mt. Diamond, creating challenges in transportation and daily movement.
Concluding his address, Minister Isoaimo congratulated the graduates on their achievements, urging them to carry forward the values of education into their future endeavors.
He emphasized that the district’s educational investments are designed not only to serve local opportunities but also to prepare Kairuku’s youth for the demands of a rapidly evolving global environment.