CS George Magoha Changes School Reopening Date

Education Minister George Magoha announced that schools will reopen on Monday, August 15, 2022.

In a statement on Wednesday, August 10, Magoha urged parents to ignore previous communications suggesting schools will reopen on August 11.

CS said that after consultation with the IEBC, it was informed that the counting process would continue for several days and ballots would be moved from the learning institutions used as polling stations.

“On August 1, 2022, I ordered the early closure of all basic education institutions to enable proper preparation and conduct of the general election.”

“We indicated that the reopening would be on August 11, 2022. However, we were informed that the vote tallying process may still be underway on the aforementioned date,” Magoha said. increase.

CS also apologized to parents and guardians for the inconvenience and informed education officials that the safety of all learners is a priority.

“We apologize for any inconvenience caused by these changes and ask for your patience as we work to ensure the safety and comfort of our learners during this period.

CS Magoha said on Monday 8 August that learners will only return to school from mid-term break if the environment is safe after the general election.

He said the initial Thursday, August 11 date could change depending on the outcome of the election.

However, CS assured that parents do not have to worry about their children’s safety as the government will monitor the election and make adjustments as necessary.

“Assuming all else remains constant, children should return to school on Thursday, August 11. However, the date may change depending on the political environment.”

“For the love of our children, if I feel they should stay home for an extra day or two, I will declare myself at that time. Because we are monitoring, the public is totally You shouldn’t worry,” he said. he said.