All Grade 9 Students Have Secured Classrooms, Says President Ruto.
President William Ruto has reassured parents that the initial challenges associated with implementing the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) have largely been resolved.
On Thursday, he emphasized that the government is addressing the remaining issues systematically to ensure uninterrupted learning.
Ruto sought to calm concerns regarding potential classroom shortages for Grade 9 learners, asserting that all students are currently accommodated.
He highlighted the construction of 13,000 new classrooms, aimed at achieving CBC objectives and aligning Kenya’s education system with job market demands. The President underscored that no child is out of Grade 9.
Speaking during the commissioning of the Kapcherop Technical and Vocational College in Elgeyo Marakwet County, Ruto mentioned that plans are underway to complete the remaining 3,000 classrooms. He affirmed that interim measures have been taken to ensure learning continues uninterrupted.
Teacher Recruitment and Infrastructure Development
The President reiterated the government’s efforts to improve the teacher-student ratio by recruiting 76,000 teachers. He assured parents that challenges in transitioning to Grade 9 are being tackled progressively through both teacher recruitment and infrastructure development.
Ruto also highlighted the positive outcomes of government interventions in education, as evidenced by improved performance in the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations.
Results announced by Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba showed enhanced performance in 17 out of 30 subjects, including Mathematics Alternative A and B, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Aviation Technology, and General Science.
The President lauded this progress as a testament to the success of ongoing reforms.
Addressing the role of parents, Ruto emphasized the importance of mentorship in shaping children’s character and preventing risky behaviors that could undermine educational reforms.
He urged parents, religious leaders, and other stakeholders to collaborate in fostering discipline and moral uprightness among children.
The President stressed the need for a “whole-of-society approach” to ensure that children remain focused on their studies and avoid vices such as drug abuse and immoral behavior. He warned that societal ills, including femicide, could be mitigated through proper mentorship and guidance.
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Significant Investment in Education Sector
Ruto reaffirmed the government’s commitment to investing over Sh650 billion in the education sector to ensure quality learning. He called on all stakeholders to fulfill their roles in safeguarding the future of Kenya’s youth.
He appealed to parents to dedicate time to instill discipline and strong moral values in their children, emphasizing that these efforts are critical for building an upright and prosperous society.
All Grade 9 Students Have Secured Classrooms, Says President Ruto
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