The population of Wum in Menchum Division, have started keeping their various school premises clean, ahead of the new school year that begins on Monday September 5 2022.
The population, both old and young came out as one man to clean both public and private institutions especially those that have been abandoned and whose campus have been invaded by wild grass.
Prior to the back to school, preparations have reached fever pitch. The Divisional Officer of Wum Subdivision, Ngoe Godfrey Nembi, brought together Headteachers, Principals, education stakeholders and traditional authorities to brainstorm on two major challenges affecting the smooth running of schools within Wum Subdivision; Insecurity and absenteeism of teachers.
From the various interventions of school heads and the Inspectorate of Basic Education of Wum subdivision, last academic year was better that the previous. Even if the schools are not functioning at 100%, at least 70% of the schools opened their doors last year. The Divisional Officer used the meeting to plead with the Elite of Wum to join forces so that we all can continue spreading this back to school message. Education is the only commodity that a parent can give to a child so lets all not relent our efforts of educating our children cause when you educate a child you are enriching the family" the D.O said.
Some lay private, missions and government schools have been tidied up and are set for an effective back to school 2022/2023 academic year.
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