The government has announced plans to expand the Free Senior High School (FSHS) policy to cover private schools, starting from the next academic year. This move aims to increase capacity and gradually phase out the double-track system.
The announcement was made during the release of revised guidelines for the selection of schools for candidates preparing to write the upcoming Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Under the new guidelines, candidates will now be allowed to select seven schools, up from the previous six choices. The selection process will run from May 27 to June 6.
Deputy Minister of Education, Dr. Clement Appak, explained that the inclusion of private schools in the FSHS policy is part of the government’s campaign promise. He stated that meetings have been held with private schools, and they are eager to participate in the program.
Dr. Appak believes that this move will help bring an end to the double-track system and increase access to quality education for more students.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
