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Kiunga-based STEM School Represents Western Province at International STEM Conference 2025

The Cross Country (STEM) School of Excellence proudly represented Kiunga and the Western Province at the International STEM Conference 2025, held from Friday, 31st October to Sunday, 2nd November at the Hilton Hotel, Port Moresby. The prestigious event brought together students, teachers, academics, and industry leaders from across Papua New Guinea to celebrate innovation, creativity,…

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 ICIA Partners with InnovED Pacific to Advance STEM Education and Innovation in Papua New Guinea

InnovED Pacific, through its flagship STEM AIE institution, the Cross Country School of Excellence, based in Kiunga, Western Province of Papua New Guinea, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with the International Creativity & Innovation Award (ICIA) 2026 as a National Selection Partner for PNG to strengthen STEM education and innovation in PNG. This…

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STEM Enterprise Education: Insight into PNG’s Case Study

“School-Based Entrepreneurship Culture for Learning and Earning” explores how educational institutions can nurture entrepreneurial mindsets among students by integrating real-world business experiences into classroom learning. The initiative promotes creativity, innovation, and financial literacy — empowering students to turn knowledge into practical ventures that support both personal growth and community development. Click to read the full…
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Learning from Life Along the Fly River

Building Flood-Resistant and Sustainable Communities in Western Province In May 2024, communities in Western Province were severely affected by floods that lasted for more than a month, disrupting daily routines and livelihoods. For people living along the mighty Fly River, flooding is not an occasional disaster — it is a constant reality of life by…

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Celebrating 10 years of breaking barriers in STEM education from Kiunga

A decade ago, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education was not a major focus in PNG’s education system.However, recognizing its significance for national development, the government has since established key Schools of Excellence to promote STEM learningand integrate STEM curriculum in selected and established schools of excellence around the country. Click the link below…

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