Bahrain is set to implement the 'Digital Empowerment in Education' scheme from the next academic year as an advanced step to boost the ‘Schools of the Future’ Project and promote a knowledge-based economy.

His Majesty King Hamad yesterday (December 22) issued directives in this regard as he patronised Bahrain First Festival 2014 which was organised by the Education Ministry at Bahrain National Stadium, said a report in the Gulf Daily News (GDN), our sister publication.

His Majesty was welcomed by Education Minister Dr Majid Al Nuaimi and other officials amid cheers from participants including around 30,000 students from public and private schools.

“You are the pillar for the future,” he told students and urged them to do their best for Bahrain and its prosperity.

His Majesty praised teachers as well as students and their parents for their noble feelings and patriotism underlining the importance of education as a pillar for a more prosperous future. He paid tribute to teachers for their efforts in guiding students in their quest for knowledge.

Dr Al Nuaimi congratulated His Majesty and thanked him for patronising the festival which was organised for the eighth consecutive year as part of National Day celebrations.

“This festival aims to foster national cohesion,” the minister said, pointing out that 'A Nation for All' slogan is part of the educational values the ministry is trying to instil in students.

The minister presented His Majesty with a commemorative gift, a work by technical and vocational students. - TradeArabia News Service