Speaking at 25th Anniversary assembly of Jamaluddin School this morning, Vice President Dr Mohamed Waheed has said improving the standard of education was a top priority of the government.

He urged the students to be obedient and strive for excellence, while the government was working to improve the standard of education they receive.

Vice President Dr Waheed spoke on the importance of teaching every student good behaviour and social discipline, in addition to the education they receive in schools. He said school environment should also be organised to facilitate interaction with fellow students through extracurricular activities.

Continuing his speech, the Vice President called on the school management and teachers to make students’ academic life enjoyable and memorable. He thanked the parents, management of the school and teachers for their efforts in this regard.

Jamaluddin School was opened on 16 February 1985. at the 25th Anniversary special assembly, the Vice President unveiled the school’s vision and mission. Jamaluddin School’s vision is “the development of educated, responsible and able individuals who will remain loyal to our nation and steadfast in our faith as Muslims”.

At today’s assembly, the Vice President launched the special silver jubilee edition of “Strive”, school’s magazine. He also inaugurated the Jamaluddin School Trust Fund at the assembly.