The Ghana Education Service has dismissed claims suggesting that student discipline in schools has weakened and that punitive measures against misconduct are no longer enforced.
In a detailed statement, the Service responded to remarks attributed to education advocate David Boakye, which alleged that students who engage in misconduct are not punished and that repetition has been abolished in schools. The GES described the claims as inaccurate and not reflective of current practices.
Management stressed that disciplinary measures continue to be applied in line with the GES Code of Conduct and existing school regulations. It cited several recent cases where students found guilty of misconduct were sanctioned, including withdrawals, suspensions, police referrals, and court convictions.
The Service also clarified that repetition still exists in schools, though it is implemented based on institutional recommendations and academic performance. It referenced examples of students in some senior high schools who were approved to repeat due to poor results.
According to the statement, school disciplinary committees remain active and continue to enforce rules aimed at maintaining order and discipline across second-cycle institutions.
The GES further disclosed that the Ministry of Education will soon convene a national stakeholder conference to address rising concerns about indiscipline in schools, while a committee has also been established to review the current Code of Conduct.
Management reaffirmed its commitment to producing students who are both academically competent and morally grounded, urging continued collaboration from parents, schools, and other stakeholders to sustain discipline in the education system.
By: Bernard Mensah |Planbfmonline.com
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