Author: Hezron Rooy

TSC Says Only 742 JSS Intern Teachers Sacked, Explains Why The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced that only 742 Junior Secondary School intern teachers have been dismissed in connection with mass protests demanding permanent employment. The protests began nationwide on May 13 when schools reopened for the second term. On May 22, TSC issued show-cause letters to the protesting teachers who had failed to report to their duties. The teachers were given a two-week deadline to respond to these letters. According to the Commission, 10,348 teachers who had absented themselves from work starting May 13, 2024, were required to…

JSS Teachers Confront TSC Over Unfair Termination Letters A group of JSS teachers, led by Secretary General Daniel Murithi K. and their Spokesperson Omari Omari, held a crucial meeting with officials from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) today. The meeting aimed to address grievances related to the issuance of termination letters without fair hearings, as required by TSC regulations. Key Concerns Raised During the meeting, the delegation raised several pressing concerns: Fair Hearing Rights The teachers questioned the TSC’s decision to send termination letters before granting them the opportunity for a fair hearing. They stressed that the TSC Code of…

Higher Education Students Face Increased Fees as Budget Cuts Loom Students enrolling in higher education institutions may face increased tuition fees following a proposal by the Budget and Appropriations Committee to reduce the funding budget. In the report released on Thursday, titled the Report on the Consideration of the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for the 2024/25 Financial Year, the committee suggested significant cuts to the Universities Funding Board’s budget. The Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro-led committee recommended a reduction of Ksh5.2 billion from the board’s recurrent budget, which would affect students joining universities in September 2024. This budget cut could…

TSC Disciplinary Procedures for Teachers and Case Determination The teaching profession carries significant responsibility and trust, necessitating that educators uphold the highest standards of conduct and ethics. To enforce this, regulatory bodies like the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) have established comprehensive rules, regulations, and a Code of Conduct and Ethics for teachers to follow. When these standards are breached, a structured disciplinary process is implemented to address the misconduct. This article will detail the disciplinary procedures for teachers, outlining the steps involved and the potential consequences of misconduct. TSC Disciplinary Process Overview Teachers violating the Code of Regulations for Teachers…

KUCCPS Opens KMTC Application Portal for September Intake: How to Apply The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened its portal for applications to the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) for the September 2024 intake. This opportunity is available to qualified Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) holders from 2014 to 2023, including those who previously applied but were unsuccessful. Application Process Applicants need to follow these steps to complete their application: Access the Portal: Visit the Student’s Portal via students.kuccps.net or the KUCCPS website www.kuccps.ac.ke. Log In: Click on the Login tab and enter your KCSE…

TSC Professional misconduct And Disciplinary Process for Teachers Teachers who breach the rules of the Code of Regulations for Teachers and the TSC Code of Conduct and Ethics will face disciplinary action, which may include a warning or suspension. Disciplinary Process A head of institution may initially offer a verbal warning or a written warning to the teacher for minor infractions. If the teacher persists in their wrongdoing, the institution may require them to explain why they should not face disciplinary action. Following the teacher’s response, the head of the institution may issue a warning or present the case to…

TSC Ends Contracts of JSS Intern Teachers Involved in Protests Junior Secondary School intern teachers who have been protesting for the past few weeks in pursuit of permanent employment terms have begun receiving termination letters from their employer. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) allegedly sent these letters, dated June 6, citing professional misconduct as the reason for their dismissal. The letters indicated that the interns’ employment was terminated due to deserting their duties from May 13, 2024, onward. “The Commission has decided to terminate your Internship engagement with effect from June 6, 2024, on the grounds that you engaged in…

Schools Face Sh20 Billion Loss as Form One Enrollment Closes Next Year Secondary schools across the country are preparing for significant restructuring, which will lead to smaller institutions and possible staff reductions due to a funding cut. With only six months until this year’s Form Four class exits and no Form One class next year, teachers will face an unfamiliar learning environment. This marks the first major impact of phasing out the 8-4-4 system as the country transitions to the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC). From January, secondary schools will only have Form Two, Form Three, and Form Four classes as…

TSC Updated Salary and Allowances for Grade D1 Teachers The Grade D1 category of teachers under the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) includes several roles such as Senior Master II, Deputy Principal III, Senior Head Teacher, Senior Lecturer II, and Curriculum Support Officer I. These professionals are pivotal in their leadership and expertise, significantly contributing to educational growth and development. In terms of salary, the TSC Grading System places D1 teachers on a basic structure with seven salary points, each corresponding to specific salary amounts. For example, those at salary point 1 earn a basic salary of approximately sh.78,625, while those…

TSC Promotions Set to Boost C4 and C5 Teachers In a recent development, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) reached an agreement with the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) aimed at addressing the long-standing issue of stagnation among teachers in the C4 and C5 categories. This agreement focuses on promoting 30,000 teachers who have been in these categories for over ten years. KUPPET had expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of promotions affecting over 50,000 teachers across various job categories, especially those in C5 and C4. During a meeting held in Naivasha in April 2024, KUPPET submitted a petition urging…