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Gampaha science programme advances with second phase launch
The second phase of the Gampaha District National School Science Programme was held at the University of Kelaniya this week, with backing from the Minister of Science and Technology. The initiative aims to strengthen science education across schools in the district.
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The second phase of the Gampaha District National School Science Programme convened on Tuesday at the Faculty of Computing and Technology of the University of Kelaniya, under the patronage of Minister of Science and Technology Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena.
The programme, jointly organised by multiple stakeholders, represents a continued commitment to enhancing science education standards across secondary institutions in the Gampaha district. The University of Kelaniya's computing and technology faculty provided the venue for the initiative, reflecting institutional collaboration in developing the region's scientific workforce.
The programme's progression to its second phase indicates sustained momentum in achieving its objectives among participating schools and students in the district. Details of specific activities, participant numbers, and programme outcomes were not immediately available.
The initiative underscores government efforts to strengthen science education infrastructure and capacity at the school level, aligning with broader national priorities in technology and scientific advancement.
Photo: Faculty of Computing and Technology, University of Kelaniya, May 2024. Dilumrane via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).