Anambra state gives reason behind reopening school
Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State
After much anxiety over the reopening of schools in Anambra State, the ministry of Education has giving directives amidst the issue.
Among the issues discussed during the meeting held at the Board room of the Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board Awka, was the reasons for reopening of schools on Monday 4th May 2020 without students.
Addressing the meeting, the Commissioner for Basic Education, Prof.
Kate Omenugha stated that teachers alone have been directed to resume in order to prepare the schools in line the necessary COVID-19 protocols before the return of students.
The teachers are further directed to ensure the schools are disinfected and observe social distancing in arranging lockers and chairs to minimize person to person contacts.
The meeting resolved to adopt blended learning, using face to face and on line teaching methods.
It also made clear that the online teaching applications sent in by the Federal Ministry of Education were free, warning private schools who collect money for it to stop forthwith.
It reminded all teachers coming to school on Monday to wear face mask, or risk not being allowed entry into the school.
