Pair praised for scoring good marks

TWO students from the St Barbara’s Simberi operations flexible distance and open education (Fode) centre have passed their grade 12 exams and will commence their studies at the Divine Word University (DWU) campus in Rabaul.
Fode coordinator Patrick Nesen said the students had became role models to other youths on the island.
Nesen said Ruthlyne Noah and Emmanuel Kivung both scored good marks.
“They did exceptionally well, both scoring marks that were above average,” he said.
“It is a milestone for me and my teaching team and for the two young people.
“I am sure that their entry into the university will attract more youths to come and study.”
Nesen’s fellow Fode teacher at Simberi, Rebecca Peter, echoed his sentiments.
“The work we are doing is paving the way forward and setting a standard,” she said.
“I would like to see more Simberi youth going into tertiary institutions.
“After all, their success is our job satisfaction.”
The centre for distance education was established by St Barbara in 2012.
“It marks its 10th anniversary this year,” Nesen said.
“After 10 years, I’ve seen many young people come and go.
“Students come and they leave halfway through the year as they try to manage family and community pressures.
“That is why the centre is proud to see Noah and Kivung complete their studies.”
Nesen said the island’s Fode programme did not have many connections with other tertiary schools around the country, however, he believed the success of his students would change that.