Minister of Education: 'My School' Exhibition Offers Insight into Labor Market Needs and Required Specializations
Minister of Education opens the 'My School' exhibition at Al-Sabahiyah to link education with the labor market.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
Education Minister Sayed Jalal Al-Tabatabai opened the “My School” exhibition on the exhibition grounds in the Mishref area, Hall 8, this morning. The event was attended by Assistant Undersecretary for Educational Affairs, Engineer Hamad Al-Hamad; Director General of the General Administration of Support Services, Mariam Al-Anzi; and Director of the Public Relations and Educational Media Department, Arwa Al-Ayyar.
Minister Al-Tabatabai emphasized that the exhibition provides students with the opportunity to learn about labor market needs and in-demand specializations. He highlighted the importance of the Ministry’s participation in such educational events, noting their active role in strengthening communication between educational institutions, students, and parents, facilitating information exchange, and exploring opportunities in education and professional development.
He clarified that the exhibition enables students to become familiar with academic programs and disciplines offered by higher education institutions both within Kuwait and abroad, thereby helping them make informed and well-considered decisions regarding their educational paths.
Al-Tabatabai pointed out that the exhibition embodies the importance of community partnership and enhancing cooperation between the public and private sectors, through broad participation from educational and academic institutions. This contributes to broadening the horizons of male and female students, introducing them to available academic opportunities and study programs, and assisting them in determining their future educational and professional trajectories.
He called on students to take advantage of the exhibition, explore the academic disciplines and programs offered by various educational institutions, and choose those that align with their interests, abilities, and future aspirations.
For her part, Mariam Al-Anzi, Director General of the General Administration of Support Services at the Ministry of Education, stated that the sixth edition of the “My School” exhibition features a selection of public and private universities. It aims to raise student awareness, introduce them to available academic disciplines, and help them choose specializations that match labor market needs and future trends. Additionally, it informs them about admission ratios and enrollment requirements for various universities.
Al-Anzi added that the exhibition has seen significant attendance since its opening hours, with approximately 4,210 visitors so far. This reflects the exhibition’s importance and its role in providing an educational and advisory platform that allows students and parents to explore available academic opportunities and make informed decisions about their educational futures.
The Ministry’s participation in the exhibition includes a dedicated pavilion that allows visitors to learn about services provided to students and members of the teaching and administrative staff, as well as electronic applications that facilitate access to educational services. The pavilion features a section dedicated to showcasing student services and learning resources, including “Hamad Chat” and the “Salem and Abeer” application. It also provides simplified explanations on how to utilize these services and applications, highlighting their role in supporting the educational process and keeping pace with modern technological developments.
The “My School” exhibition will continue for four days, until November 12, during both morning and evening sessions, with participation from various educational and academic institutions.
