Stakeholders Gather in Abuja for Workshop on Accelerated Senior Secondary School Education Program (ASSEP)
NEWS DIGEST – Key stakeholders have convened at Adrian Hall, Immaculate Diamond Hotels, Wuse II, Abuja, for the ongoing Stakeholders’ Workshop on the Accelerated Senior Secondary School Education Program (ASSEP).
Organized by Dr. Mariam Masha, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Regional Developments (OVP) in partnership with North East Development Commission (NEDC), the workshop focused on the implementation of intensive coaching for senior secondary students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Arts (STEMA) subjects.
The workshop aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the ASSEP initiative, allowing participants to share ideas and discuss the implementation processes.
Attendees include the Project Implementation Team from the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and the North East Development Commission (NEDC), Honorable Commissioners from North-East States, focal persons from each North-East State, and project partners such as 1million Teachers, Nigerian Tulip International Colleges, and the National Teachers’ Institute.
Background on ASSEP:
The Accelerated Senior Secondary School Education Program (ASSEP) was launched in Bauchi State on Saturday, May 18, 2024, by His Excellency, the Vice President. ASSEP is designed to provide senior secondary school students with intensive coaching sessions aimed at promoting high achievement in STEMA subjects, enhancing skills development, and increasing enrollment in higher education institutions.
Workshop Objectives:
- Holistic Understanding: To ensure all participants have a comprehensive grasp of the ASSEP initiative.
- Idea Sharing: To facilitate the exchange of innovative ideas and strategies for effective implementation.
- Implementation Processes: To discuss and streamline the processes involved in the successful rollout of the program.
Notable Attendees:
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- Project Implementation Team from OVP and NEDC
- Hon. Commissioners from North-East States
- Focal Persons from each North-East State
- Project Partners: Imillion Teachers, Nigerian Tulip International Colleges, and National Teachers’ Institute
The workshop represents a significant step towards enhancing the quality of education for senior secondary school students in Nigeria, particularly in STEMA subjects. By fostering collaboration among various stakeholders, ASSEP aims to create a robust educational framework that supports students’ academic and professional aspirations.
About ASSEP: The Accelerated Senior Secondary School Education Program (ASSEP) is an initiative designed to provide intensive coaching and skills development for senior secondary school students in Nigeria, with a particular focus on STEMA subjects.
Launched by the Vice President in 2024, ASSEP aims to promote high academic achievement and increase higher education enrollment.
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