Students are being urged to make full use of technology in the education process.
This advice came from Chairman of the Siparia Regional Corporation, Dr Glenn Ramadharsingh, when he delivered the feature address at the Siparia Road KPA (Kabir Panth Association) Primary School on Friday night.
The school held a special celebration to honour Dhana Soodoosingh who placed 26th in the 2017 SEA exams.
This was a hallmark achievement for the KPA since the association has only two schools in T&T.
Ramadharsingh said students should use technology to empower themselves rather than play games.
He urged them to use YouTube to learn about history and culture.
“Use the books that you can read on the Internet to educate and empower yourself.”
Ramdharsingh spoke about his own experience of earning his Law degree online. He urged young people to ensure they have a holistic education.
“The education is not a true education if its not a holistic education, you are educating yourself to empower yourself.”
He said if a person was not well rounded and in good health they would not enjoy the benefits of their schooling.
He said the human body was designed to work.
He urged students to network and get involved in community groups and projects.
He said social interaction was also necessary for happiness and strongly advised youths against following a reclusive lifestyle.