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Why TSC blocks Some Degree-Holding Teachers From Secondary School Roles Teaching is one of the most prominent professions in Kenya, with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) estimating that the country has over 300,000 teachers. The Teachers Service Commission of Kenya is an independent commission established under the Constitution of Kenya to manage human resources within the education sector. In Kenya, teachers are categorized into three groups: Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE), Primary Education Teaching, and Diploma and Degree in education. Each group of these teachers has different responsibilities and required qualifications. This article, however, focuses on secondary school teachers…

TSC Sick Leave Protocol for Teachers: Entitlements and Guidelines Teachers who are unable to fulfill their teaching duties due to illness can now apply for sick leave through the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) online portal. This initiative aims to provide a streamlined process for teachers to seek leave and avoid any disciplinary actions from the commission. Here are the important details to consider about TSC sick leave: For Teachers: Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook For Head of Institution: Entitlements under Sick Leave: In Our Other News: English Notes – Free Download: Form 1, 2, 3, 4 Sick Leave for…

TSC School M&E Termly Performance Contract Targets Progress Report The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) plays a pivotal role in monitoring and evaluating the performance of schools across Kenya. As part of its oversight function, the commission requires schools to submit termly performance contract targets progress reports. These reports serve as critical tools for assessing the achievement of set objectives and identifying areas for improvement. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook Download TSC School M&E Termly Performance Contract Targets Progress Report Overview Each term, schools are required to outline specific targets and activities aimed at enhancing educational outcomes. These targets are documented alongside the actual achievements,…

5 Key Criteria for TSC’s Quick Teacher Transfer Approvals The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) considers several important factors before approving a teacher’s transfer request. These factors are crucial in maintaining a balanced distribution of teachers across various sub-counties, particularly for those who have been delocalized. 1. Age of the Teacher Previously, teachers aged 56 and above were not eligible for transfer from their current workstations. However, following recent changes in TSC’s delocalization policy, transfer requests from teachers aged 50 and above are now approved immediately. Many school heads who were transferred out of their counties since 2018 fall within this…

KNUT Demands Ksh.10.1B TSC Budget Restoration for CBA, Threatens Action The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) is pressing the Kenya Kwanza government to reinstate the Ksh.10.1 billion that was cut from the Teachers Service Commission’s (TSC) budget for the 2024/25 financial year. This follows the withdrawal of the controversial Finance Bill 2024/25. Budget Cuts and Their Implications Collins Oyuu, the Secretary General of KNUT, expressed concerns in a statement that despite the TSC’s efforts to justify its Ksh.357,773,737,118 budget to both the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Education and Research and the Budget and Appropriation Committee, the Treasury reduced…

KICD Unveils New Financial Literacy Program for Teachers The Old Mutual Group, in partnership with the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), has introduced an innovative online program aimed at enhancing financial literacy among junior and senior school teachers in Kenya. This initiative addresses the growing need to integrate financial education into the current Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Financial literacy has been embedded in nearly all learning areas within the CBC, spanning from pre-primary to senior school levels. Various studies have indicated a significant gap in financial literacy among Kenyans, highlighting the necessity for early-stage financial education. Follow Teachers Updates Page…

KSSSA Revised Dates for National Secondary Schools Term Two Games The Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Term Two games will now take place from August 4 to 9, following the revised dates. These games were originally scheduled for July 29 to August 7. KSSSA Secretary General David Ngugi indicated that a referees’ clinic would be conducted at Kisii School on August 1, with teams expected to arrive in Kisii on August 2. On August 3, students, coaches, teachers, and other officials are set to participate in a tree-growing exercise. The competition will include football, netball, rugby 7s, volleyball, and…

MPs Probe Controversial Transfer of Sh3bn School Feeding Funds Members of Parliament (MPs) have taken steps to address a conflict between two state agencies over the administration of a Sh3 billion school feeding programme. This initiative, aimed at reducing school dropouts in Arid and Semi-Arid areas, has been controversially shifted from the Ministry of Education to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). Originally, the project was under the management of the National Council for Nomadic Education in Kenya. The school feeding programme targets specific poverty-stricken counties, including learners in informal settlements, by providing meals to encourage retention and curb school…

TSC to Receive Sh17.6 Billion to Confirm 46,000 Intern Teachers in Latest Budget Adjustment The National Assembly has reinstated vital funding for essential education sectors that were previously subjected to a significant Sh23.1 billion reduction because of proposed austerity measures. The proposed reduction in recurrent expenditure includes Sh10 billion from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) meant for the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) implementation, Sh5 billion for the examination waiver for primary and secondary school national examinations, and Sh1.7 billion for sponsorships to students in private universities. Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook The TSC will receive an additional Sh29.5 billion…

MPs Restore Free Primary Education, Free Secondary and JSS Budget The National Assembly has reinstated critical funding for key education sectors that had initially faced a severe reduction of Sh23.1 billion due to proposed austerity measures. Chaired by Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, the Budget and Appropriations Committee revised the overall budget, reducing it by Sh10.1 billion from Sh156.4 billion to Sh146.3 billion for the fiscal year 2024/25. Join Our WhatsApp Channel Despite the overall cuts, essential areas such as free day secondary education, free primary education, and Junior Secondary School (JSS) have been preserved from rationalization, as highlighted in a…