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Cashless School Programme: A Wise Step Towards Digitalizing Education in Perak
prepared by clicks@perak on 8 January 2025
What is the Cashless School Programme in Perak?
The Cashless School Programme is a new initiative by Digital Perak Corporation Holdings aimed at empowering the cashless payment ecosystem in line with the Perak Sejahtera 2030 Plan.
This program is a strategic step to advance the education sector by integrating digital technology into students’ daily lives.
The implementation of this program offers significant benefits to parents, students, and schools by providing a safer and more efficient payment method. The pilot program has been launched at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Jati, Ipoh, making it the first school in Perak to implement a fully cashless system.
Key Objectives of the Cashless School Programme
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Streamlining and Simplifying Pocket Money AllocationParents can now digitally transfer pocket money to their children without needing to provide physical cash daily.
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Monitoring and Managing Children’s ExpensesThrough the cashless platform, parents can gain detailed insights into how their children spend money at school. This helps instill financial management skills from a young age.
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Preventing Theft or Misplacement of MoneyStudents no longer need to worry about losing cash as all transactions are conducted digitally
Digitalization Towards Perak Sejahtera 2030
This initiative not only positively impacts the education sector but also serves as a catalyst for Perak’s digital transformation.
Mohd Azlan Helmi, Perak’s State Executive Councilor for Communication, Multimedia, and NGOs, emphasized that digitalization will continue to expand across various sectors through the state’s strategic action plan.
The program will be extended to more schools and higher education institutions following an evaluation of the initial implementation at SK Jati.
With the collaboration of technology companies like Rising Net Sdn Bhd, Axicom Sdn Bhd, and Service Master (M) Sdn Bhd, Digital Perak aims to ensure the program’s smooth execution.
Benefits of the Cashless School Programme to the Community
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Secure Transactions for School StudentsAll transactions are guaranteed to be safer as they utilize regulated digital platforms.
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Convenience for All PartiesWithout the need for physical cash or small change, students and schools can manage finances more efficiently.
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Enhanced Digital LiteracyThe cashless system introduces students to financial technology at a young age, preparing them for future needs.
Conclusion
The Cashless School Programme is a proactive step towards making Perak a leading digital state. It not only supports the mission of Perak Sejahtera 2030 but also helps build a more digitally literate society.
For more information about this program, visit the official Clicks@Perak website or follow their latest updates on social media. Together, we can create a more advanced and inclusive future for the next generation.