Cherargei Urges TSC to Reinstate Sacked JSS Teachers or Face Parliamentary Censure.
In a bold move, Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has called out the Teacher Service Commission (TSC) for dismissing 7,357 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers nationwide. Cherargei, alongside other Members of Parliament, has demanded an immediate reversal of this decision, warning the TSC of potential censure by Parliament if they fail to comply.
Addressing the media at Parliament Buildings, Cherargei emphasized the urgency of reinstating these teachers, pointing out that the measure taken by the TSC is excessively punitive and unacceptable. He urged the commission, led by CEO Nancy Macharia, to prioritize employing over 46,000 intern teachers on permanent and pensionable terms.
Transitioning into the commission’s response, TSC clarified that they had terminated contracts for 742 JSS teachers, not 7,357 as initially reported. The dismissals were attributed to mass protests and absences from work, with 10,348 teachers receiving show cause letters to explain their absence.
Despite TSC’s explanation, Cherargei labeled the decision as unjust and a violation of human rights, emphasizing the dedication of these teachers to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) despite challenges. He accused the TSC of hypocrisy for terminating contracts of teachers who had already ended their strike, advocating for improved terms.
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The termination letters cited professional misconduct as the grounds for dismissal, stating that teachers had deserted duty starting from May 13, 2024. TSC’s review of responses deemed some explanations unsatisfactory, leading to the termination of teachers unable to justify their actions.
Cherargei condemned the impact of these terminations on both Junior Secondary School and intern teachers, highlighting their demoralization and mental distress due to what he called “blackmail and intimidation” by TSC and education authorities.
The senator urged swift action from TSC to rescind the terminations before facing parliamentary scrutiny next week. He reiterated the teachers’ contributions to CBC implementation and stressed the necessity of fair treatment and permanent employment for educators.
In conclusion, the call to reinstate sacked JSS teachers echoes across parliamentary chambers, demanding accountability and fair treatment within the education sector. The looming threat of parliamentary censure adds pressure on TSC to address the concerns promptly.
Cherargei Urges TSC to Reinstate Sacked JSS Teachers or Face Parliamentary Censure.
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