Private Schools Resist Ministry Directive .
Private Schools Resist Ministry Directive . Private Schools Resist Ministry Directive Despite Heavy Rainfall.
Introduction
Amidst persistent heavy rainfall, private schools defy the Ministry directive, urging students to return to class despite concerns for their safety. This has raised concerns among parents who fear of their children safety. There’s also a public outcry on why private school are allowing kids to go to school.
Rockfield Senior School’s Bold Move
Rockfield Senior School in Pipeline, Nairobi, stands firm in its decision, summoning KCSE candidates back to school on May 2, a day post the Labor Day holiday, citing syllabus completion urgency.
Safety Measures in Place
With a 10:00 a.m. start time, the school assures candidates of safety measures and offers transportation services for convenience.
Early Return for Lower Classes
Forms One, Two, and Three students are directed to resume on May 5, a day before the rescheduled opening date, emphasizing academic continuity.
Assurances Amidst Concerns
In an interview, a school spokesperson assures parents of safety protocols, emphasizing designated pick-up and drop-off points.
Shepherds Junior School Maintains Schedule
Shepherds Junior School in Nairobi sticks to its original resumption dates, highlighting its autonomy as a private institution in defiance of government advisories.
Commitment to Learning Environment
Asserting their autonomy, the school reaffirms its commitment to providing a stable learning environment, despite governmental recommendations.
Precautions Amidst Weather Challenges
Despite continuous rain, schools pledge to take necessary precautions, promising regular updates to parents amidst ongoing weather forecasts.
Questioning Safety Amidst Meteorological Warnings
Despite Meteorological Department warnings of prolonged heavy rains, schools’ decisions raise concerns about adequate safety measures. There are many concerns about when will schools open for the second term. This is after the delayed reopening of school by the government as a result of rain. There is a lot of rainfall in many parts of Kenya.
