Royal Iwere Foundation, Delta Govt, others partner on Teachers’ Training Masterclass

The Royal Iwere Foundation (RIF), the humanitarian arm of the Warri Kingdom monarchy held a masterclass edition of its Teachers’ Training Programme. 

This an initiative that uses blended learning techniques for effective teaching, including modern methods for improved classroom delivery, which are in line with SDG 4 for 36 early childhood educators across Delta State.

This maiden edition of the SDG summer camp was hosted by the office of the Special Adviser on SDG, Delta State, Diana Eyo-Enoette at the Valley Stream British Academy grounds, Sapele on Monday 12 August 2024.

The masterclass, themed: “Equipping and Empowering Early Childhood Educators, featured sessions on “Emotional Intelligence, Managing Classroom Behaviour, Positive Discipline and Safeguarding and Professional Development” led by education experts: Patricia Onyejekwe, Montessori Expert & co-founder Homeschool Network, and Zion Oshiobugie, Education Practitioner & founder CleverMinds Educational Foundation.

The sessions included resource materials for hands-on practical learning and interactive group learning among the participants. Furthermore, Olori Atuwaste III with educational gift bags, appreciated the three teachers, who showed exceptional participation, while the 33 others were presented with certificates and received travel support from their majesties.

The founder of RIF, Queen Consort of Warri Kingdom HRH Olori Atuwatse III, commended the efforts of the teachers, partners, and foundation’s staff, adding that,  “this abridged edition of the programme is a milestone for the foundation as we have been able to revise our 3-day training curriculum into interactive quality foundational manuals that the teachers will use even after the programme. Educating and empowering the teachers of the South-South region and beyond is crucial for combating the alarming out-of-school population in the Niger Delta.”