KAHANG, Aug 2 (Bernama) — Yayasan PETRONAS, in its effort to increase the awareness and interest in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) among the students at SK Seri Sedohok Orang Asli, has supported the setting up of portable photovoltaic (PV) solar technology and hydroponic systems using solar PV technology at the school. The Rays of Hope initiative was implemented together with the students, teachers and staff of SK Seri Sedohok, the Pejabat Pendidikan Daerah Kluang and Yayasan Universiti Tun Hussien Onn Malaysia as part of the Sentuhan Harapan Memampankan Ekonomi Asas Rakyat (MEKAR) Programme. It aims to provide exposure to the teachers and students about the actual application of off-grid solar PV technology through hydroponic system. It is also one of the ways to increase awareness and further nurture interest in STEM among the students.
Established in 1962, SK Seri Sedohok is a Year 1 to 6 primary and boarding school for students from seven nearby Orang Asli villages, including Kampung Orang Asli Sedohok and Kampung Orang Asli Berasau. Located 40km from Kluang town and on the outskirts of Endau-Rompin National Park, the school provides hostels for students who live further inland.
