MOE gets 670 school maintenance applications in first week of special channel, says Fadhlina

Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek, in a Facebook post today, said the strong response reflected PTAs’ commitment to working together with the ministry to improve school facilities and create a more conducive environment for students. — Bernama pic

First Published: Tuesday, 10 Nov 2026 10:32 AM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 — The Ministry of Education (MOE) has received 670 applications from Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) nationwide for school maintenance allocations, just a week after the launch of the MOE PTA special channel on November 1.

Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek, in a Facebook post today, said the strong response reflected PTAs’ commitment to working together with the ministry to improve school facilities and create a more conducive environment for students.

“I am happy to see this response. It shows the determination of PTAs to work together to help improve school facilities and environments for the comfort of our children,” she said.

She said the ministry hoped to see PTAs play a greater role as strategic partners in efforts to strengthen the country’s education ecosystem.

According to Fadhlina, parents who send their children to school daily also have valuable insights into areas that require attention and improvement.

Meanwhile, she said applications for school maintenance allocations through the special channel remain open until November 30, giving PTAs that have yet to apply an opportunity to submit their requests.

Previously, the media reported that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had announced an allocation of RM2 billion to the MOE under Budget 2027 for the repair and maintenance of all types of schools nationwide. — Bernama