Selorm Avedetsi, a communicator for the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ningo-Prampram Constituency, has sparked a conversation with his strong opinions on the responsibilities of government in education and the relevance of Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) meetings.
Speaking on Plan B FM’s morning show Nkosuo Nsem, Avedetsi criticized the return of PTA meetings, describing them exploitative.
According to Avedetsi, the government—not parents—is ultimately responsible for ensuring children receive an education. He questioned the fairness of a system that compels all children to study subjects that may go against their families’ beliefs. “For example, based on my belief system, I don’t want my children to learn some moral subjects that talk about religion. But the school system requires all children to study all subjects. That means it’s the government that is in control of what our children study,” he explained.
On the issue of PTA meetings, Avedetsi was even more blunt. “I beg to differ. I am of the assertion that the reintroduction of PTA meetings is not necessary, and frankly, it doesn’t make sense,” he said. He alleged that these meetings have become platforms for financial demands rather than constructive dialogue. “The association is full of money extortion,” he added.
He also criticized what he described as repetitive and unproductive discussions during these meetings. “I don’t even know what exactly they talked about. Every time, it’s the same complaints from teachers about students not coming to school. But due to religious commitments, some students go to worship, and they complain about that too,” he said.
Instead of reviving PTA meetings, Avedetsi proposed a forward-thinking alternative: education councils that tackle deeper, more current challenges. “Formation of councils that go beyond just attendance issues—to discuss technological challenges among students—is way better than these meetings that often end up with financial burdens,” he asserted.
By:Kadan Daniel (Blutut Africa)/Planbfmonline.com
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