Among those present and favouring the new development were representatives of the Kenya National Union of Teachers, the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers, the parents’ association, school heads, private schools, university representatives and the Teachers Service Commission. For them, the school shuttering means six more months of no pay, which does not sit well with the Kenya Private Schools Association. The extended closure also indicates the government’s plan to ensure the safety of learners and quality of learning in schools before January. He told the Star the government needs to consider a stimulus package for private schools and their teachers. Upon reopening, schools and learning institutions will be required to reduce physical contact by having fewer learners.

Source: The Star July 08, 2020 02:03 UTC