Balochistan Education Secretary Lal Jan Jaffar Attends Inter-School Competition Finals in Quetta
45 Schools Participate in Spelling Bee, 35 in Science Olympiad and 35 in Badminton Championship; 355 Students Showcase Their Talents
QUETTA (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai) — Secretary of the School Education Department Balochistan, Lal Jan Jaffar, attended the concluding ceremony of inter-school competitions organized by the Pakistan Children’s Academy Trust Quetta, where he distributed trophies, medals and certificates among the winning students.
The final ceremony featured three competitions: the Inter-School Badminton Championship, Spelling Bee Competition and Science Olympiad. Students from prominent educational institutions across Quetta participated in the ten-day event, which began on October 28 and concluded on November 7, 2026.
Co-Curricular Activities Essential for Students’ Development
Addressing the ceremony as the chief guest, Secretary School Education Lal Jan Jaffar emphasized the importance of co-curricular activities in identifying and developing students’ educational, scientific and sporting abilities.
He said such competitions help promote self-confidence, creative thinking, research skills and a spirit of healthy competition among young people.
He added that providing children with opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities alongside their formal education is essential for their personality development and future success.
The secretary also appreciated the visionary approach of Begum Saqiba Rahimuddin and her lifelong contributions to the educational development and co-curricular training of the younger generation.
Emphasis on Science Education and STEM Learning
Highlighting the importance of science education in Balochistan, Jaffar observed that academic performance in science subjects in the province had historically remained weak.
He said initiatives such as the Science Olympiad could help develop curiosity, encourage interest in scientific knowledge and promote a culture of research among students.
He further emphasized that such activities could inspire young people to explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and develop skills relevant to their future education and careers.
The secretary congratulated the management of the Pakistan Children’s Academy Trust for successfully organizing a well-structured and purposeful event.
Participation of 45 Schools in Spelling Bee
The ten-day competitions attracted enthusiastic participation from educational institutions across Quetta.
According to the organizers:
- Spelling Bee: 45 schools participated.
- Science Olympiad: 35 schools participated.
- Badminton Championship: 35 schools participated.
- Total student participation: 355 students.
The badminton championship featured three categories: Girls Singles, Boys Juniors Singles and Boys Seniors Singles.
Competition Results and Position Holders
The following schools secured the top positions in the respective competitions:
Spelling Bee Competition
- First Position: Ummat Public School
- Second Position: Begum Saqiba School of Modern Age
Science Olympiad
- First Position: Ummat Public School
- Second Position: Pak Jinnah Residential High School, Satellite Town
Badminton – Girls Singles
- First Position: Ummat Public School
- Second Position: Begum Saqiba School of Modern Age
Badminton – Boys Juniors Singles
- First Position: Pak Arab International School
- Second Position: CB School
Badminton – Boys Seniors Singles
- First Position: Horizon School
- Second Position: Horizon School
Trophies and Certificates Distributed Among Students
At the conclusion of the ceremony, chief guest Lal Jan Jaffar, along with representatives of the Pakistan Children’s Academy Trust, distributed trophies, medals and position certificates among the successful students.
Participation certificates were also awarded to all students who took part in the competitions in recognition of their efforts and enthusiasm.
The ceremony also highlighted the importance of continuing such educational, scientific and sporting activities to encourage young people and further develop their academic, creative and athletic abilities.
