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National and Pohnpei State Leaders Unite to Champion Vocational Education

Pohnpei, FSM – May 19, 2025 The National Department of Education (NDOE) and state leaders came together at PICS High School to commend the school for its meaningful progress in strengthening vocational programs for students. The event also reaffirmed national and state commitment to advancing vocational education across the Federated States of Micronesia. Marking the formal handover […]

FSM Launches Career & Technical Education Hub to Transform Youth Futures

Palikir, FSM – May 29, 2025 – The National Department of Education proudly announces the official launch of its new Career & Technical Education (CTE) website, https://cte.doe.fm, a central digital hub for vocational education and training across all four FSM states—Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei, and Yap. Developed as part of the Federated States of Micronesia Skills […]

PICS High School Vocational Students Impress in Special Exhibit Showcase

March 27, 2025 – Nett, Pohnpei – Vocational students from PICS High School hosted an exciting and inspiring Exhibit Showcase, welcoming students, teachers, and families from neighboring high schools, including Madolenihmw High School. The event, funded by the World Bank FSM Skills and Employability Enhancement (SEE) Project held at PICS High School’s Agriculture Shop, Carpentry […]

FSM CTE Champions Focus on Occupational Selection for New Training Curriculum for High School Students

The National Department of Education recently hosted a significant event, bringing together representatives from all four states to partake in a week-long, intensive workshop focused on selecting occupations for a new training curriculum for high school students.  This event marked a pivotal step towards enhancing the vocational education landscape for FSM high school students.  A Collaborative […]

SEE Project Team Fosters Stronger Ties Between Education and Local Industry in Yap

In March 2024, the Skills and Employability Enhancement (SEE) project team embarked on a crucial visit to Yap, a trip that marked a significant step forward in aligning education with the needs of the local economy. This visit focused on strengthening the collaboration between Yap High School and local businesses, particularly in the hospitality and […]

Pohnpei gets a trade boost with new Customs Management System

15 March 2024Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia – Exciting news for Pohnpei’s trading community! In a significant leap toward modernizing customs management and enhancing trade facilitation, the Department of Finance and Administration, through the Customs and Tax Division (CTA), is launching its new customs management system called ASYCUDAWorld. The modern system will be fully operational […]

Pohnpei Islands Central High School Launches Inaugural Performance Grant Program

Pohnpei Islands Central High School has recently begun its first-ever Performance Grant program, a new initiative supported by the Skills and Employability Enhancement (SEE) project.  This project, implemented by the National Department of Education and financed by The World Bank, aims to strengthen vocational education and skills development throughout the country. The Performance Grant program is […]

Acting Secretary Wayne Mendiola of the National Department of Education launches World Bank Supported Skills and Employability Enhancement project

November 2nd 2023Kolonia, Pohnpei – The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) Government has launched the World Bank supported FSM Skills and Employability Enhancement (SEE) project, marking a historic milestone in the growth of educational and employment opportunities for the people of FSM. Launched at an event at the World Bank’s office in Pohnpei on November […]