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| Basic Education PS Julius Bitok in An Past event./ Photo By Amos Atei. |
Government Maintains June 24 Half-Term Break Despite Rising Student Unrest
The Ministry of Education has reaffirmed that schools across the country will proceed with the scheduled half-term break beginning June 24, despite a recent wave of student unrest that has affected several learning institutions.
Basic Education Principal Secretary, Julius Bitok, dismissed calls for an early closure of schools, maintaining that the academic calendar remains on course and that learning continues uninterrupted in the majority of institutions nationwide.
According to the ministry, only a small number of schools have experienced disruptions, and the incidents are not significant enough to warrant a nationwide alteration of the school calendar.
The government's position comes amid growing concern among parents, teachers, and education stakeholders following a series of student protests, dormitory fires, and cases of unrest reported in secondary schools.
Some schools have been temporarily closed after students staged demonstrations that resulted in property destruction and disruptions to learning.
Education officials have emphasized that stability has been maintained in most schools, with authorities working closely with school administrators to address emerging concerns before they escalate.
The ministry has also launched measures aimed at strengthening communication between school management and learners as part of efforts to reduce tensions and prevent further incidents.
In addition, the government has initiated a nationwide audit of school safety standards, particularly in boarding institutions, to ensure compliance with existing regulations.
The move follows concerns over student safety and the need to create a secure learning environment for all learners.
Education officials have indicated that quality assurance officers have been deployed to assess safety preparedness and recommend improvements where necessary.
The ministry has urged school principals, teachers, parents, and students to embrace dialogue as a means of resolving grievances.
Education authorities believe that open communication and timely intervention can help prevent conflicts and foster a positive school environment.
As schools continue with second-term learning activities, stakeholders are hopeful that ongoing interventions will restore calm and safeguard the academic calendar.
The government's decision to retain the June 24 half-term break underscores its confidence that the unrest remains manageable and that learning should continue without unnecessary interruption.
Government Maintains June 24 Half-Term Break Despite Rising Student Unrest