Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has announced the return of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) to the management framework of public schools. Apexnewsgh reports
This decision is expected to enhance student learning outcomes and foster community involvement in schools.
Speaking at a public forum, Minister Iddrisu emphasized the importance of PTAs in improving learning outcomes and producing quality human capital for the country. “PTAs will be introduced back into the management of education to work with parents and teachers to improve learning outcomes in our educational institutions,” he stated.
The reintroduction of PTAs is expected to provide additional support to public schools, addressing concerns such as infrastructure development, student discipline, and academic performance. Previously, PTAs played a key role in shaping policies at the school level, but their influence had been reduced in recent years.
With this policy shift, the government aims to create a more inclusive education system where parents, teachers, and administrators work together to ensure quality education for all students. As the government moves forward with this decision, schools are expected to formally reintegrate PTAs into their administrative frameworks in the coming months.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has already developed guidelines for Parent Associations, outlining their roles, responsibilities, and operational framework.
These guidelines aim to ensure that Parent Associations operate effectively, transparently, and autonomously, while maintaining a collaborative relationship with school management.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
