PETALING JAYA: Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek expressed deep sorrow over recent tragedies involving schoolchildren and said she and her deputy will take full responsibility.<\/p>\n
She said she was devastated and urged teachers to remain strong as her ministry moves to improve safety across all schools.<\/p>\n
“Only God knows how (we) feel. My heart breaks seeing teachers in sorrow and distress over these tragedies.<\/p>\n
“My deputy minister, Wong Kah Woh, and I would take full responsibility and work to ensure better safety and welfare for the school community,” she said in a Facebook post on Saturday (Oct 18).<\/p>\n
Fadhlina added that the ministry would enhance safety measures in all institutions under its purview as part of ongoing school safety and well-being reforms.<\/p>\n
“We will continue to pray and work hard to do our best in educating and ensuring that our students and school communities remain safe and well.<\/p>\n
“To our beloved teachers, be patient, stay strong and continue fulfilling our educational duty. We will honour our commitments,” she said.<\/p>\n
She also thanked parents and parent-teacher associations for their continued support and providing psychosocial support initiatives during this difficult time.<\/p>\n
“Your attention and cooperation are vital for rebuilding our schools\u2019 strength and spirit,” she said.<\/p>\n
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