GES Announces Reopening Dates For Schools

Date: January 2, 2025
Source: Bukars.com

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially announced the reopening dates for the 2024/25 academic year. This crucial update is directed towards students, parents, teachers, and all educational stakeholders as the country returns to its pre-COVID-19 academic calendar.

Key Reopening Dates for Schools in Ghana

• Senior High Schools (SHS): Students are to report on January 3, 2025.

• Primary and Junior High Schools: Reopening begins on January 8, 2025.

These dates mark a return to the traditional academic calendar, running from September to July, reinstated to optimize teaching and learning hours.

Why the Academic Calendar Reset?

The GES had previously adopted a transitional calendar from 2021 to 2022, aligning the school year from January to December due to the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the restored calendar is expected to:

1. Facilitate better planning for schools.

2. Provide sufficient contact hours for students.

3. Align with global educational standards.

Ongoing Efforts in Ghana’s Education Sector

The GES has been proactive in engaging stakeholders, including the Ministry of Education, to address issues raised by the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS). These discussions aim to enhance educational delivery across the country.

Free SHS Policy: Transforming Ghana’s Education

Since its introduction in 2017, the Free SHS Policy has significantly improved access to secondary education in Ghana. By eliminating financial barriers, this initiative ensures that every student in public Senior High Schools can benefit from quality education.

What Parents and Students Should Do

To ensure a smooth transition:

• Parents: Make necessary arrangements to prepare your children for school reopening.

• Students: Utilize this time to finalize preparations for the new term.

• Teachers and Administrators: Plan ahead to ensure readiness for the academic year.

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