State Implements Multi-Agency Coordination for KCSE Exam Security: DCI, Police, Teachers, and Field Officers Mobilized.
Dr. Belio Kipsang, the Principal Secretary for the State Department of Basic Education, has assured students nationwide of robust security as they begin the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams.
Dr. Kipsang, alongside Teachers Service Commission (TSC) CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia, supervised the distribution of the examinations in Mombasa as the national KCSE exams commenced.
He noted that Regional Commissioners have made comprehensive security arrangements across the country, enabling a smooth start for the exams, even in historically challenging areas such as the North Rift.
Dr. Kipsang attributed this success to the collaborative efforts with the Ministry of Interior, which he stated had contributed to a stable environment, allowing exams to proceed uninterrupted.
Multi-Agency Coordination for Exam Credibility
To ensure exam integrity, Dr. Kipsang emphasized the use of a coordinated, multi-agency team. The team includes the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) for investigations, police for security, teachers to uphold professional standards, and field officers to support teachers.
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He highlighted that this approach leverages the unique strengths of each agency to guarantee credible examinations nationwide. Teachers, he added, have been briefed on maintaining vigilance to facilitate seamless examinations.
“We are going to continue using the multi-agency team because each member has their strength. We have DCI for investigations, Police to provide necessary security, our teachers to make sure professional practice is maintained and our Officers in the field to support the teachers,” said the PS.
Addressing Exam Irregularities and Security Incidents
Special arrangements have been made to accommodate students from Uasin Gishu County who were affected by a ‘fake’ KPSEA exam incident, ensuring they are not disadvantaged.
Dr. Kipsang confirmed that legal action has been taken against the school director and owner responsible for this lapse. Additionally, officials overseeing that region have been held accountable to prevent such issues from recurring.
Examinations are proceeding as planned in areas of Tana River County previously affected by inter-communal conflicts.
Dr. Kipsang urged the media to promote peace messages, emphasizing the importance of a supportive environment for children to perform at their best during exams.
He stressed that adults should avoid actions that could disrupt exam delivery, thereby allowing children to demonstrate their potential fully.
Teacher Vetting and Upcoming Appointments
All teachers involved in the KCSE administration have undergone a vetting process. Dr. Macharia stated that should any criminal issues arise involving teachers, the law will handle these cases accordingly.
“But in the unlikely event if something happens and it touches on our teachers of course the criminal aspect will take its place,” said TSC CEO Dr Nancy Macharia.
Furthermore, TSC plans to hire 20,000 additional teachers by January, transitioning current interns to Permanent and Pensionable positions.
In preparation for the upcoming grade nine and ten curriculum, teachers will receive additional training over the December holiday, with Sh1 billion allocated for this retooling effort.
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This collective effort, according to Dr. Kipsang and Dr. Macharia, is intended to secure a safe and well-regulated examination period, ultimately providing students a fair opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities in a peaceful environment.
State Implements Multi-Agency Coordination for KCSE Exam Security: DCI, Police, Teachers, and Field Officers Mobilized.
