Quetta: In a landmark initiative to modernize education across Balochistan, Zahid Jan Mandokhail, CEO of Leaders’ Odyssey School and College (LOCS), has unveiled an ambitious reform plan aimed at integrating cutting-edge technology and STEAM-based learning in the institutions.
Zahid Jan Mandokhail announced that the new LOCS campus on Airport Road will become operational next year, debuting with a pilot project in Quetta that introduces full-scale digital infrastructure to classrooms, said a news release.
The AI-powered STEAM curriculum is designed to transform education and equip Balochistan’s youth with essential skills for the modern world.
He explained that a custom-built software platform will deliver weekly modules across science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), totaling 36 unique programs annually. ‘These modules are designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication among students,’ Mandokhail said.
Beyond academics, the initiative incorporates vocational training in robotics, artificial intelligence, and aeronautics, ensuring students acquire practical, marketable skills.
In the new campus, Educators will undergo extensive training in digital tools and modern pedagogical methods to support long-term success. The program also introduces advanced subjects such as artificial intelligence, robotics, climate change studies, and digital innovation, preparing teachers for the demands of a rapidly evolving global landscape.
‘This is not just a project and it’s a movement for future-ready education. Quetta is just the beginning,’ Mandokhail emphasized, highlighting the pivotal role of teachers in shaping confident, capable leaders.
By fostering innovation, technical proficiency, and problem-solving skills, the LOCS initiative aims to empower a new generation of leaders and changemakers, setting a bold new standard for education reform in the province.