Protests Over Posting of New School Heads in Bomet County.
In a recent turn of events, teacher unions in Bomet County have raised their voices against the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). The bone of contention? The posting of 61 new school principals and head teachers to the region.
On April 29, 2024, officials from the Kenya Union Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) and the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) gathered in Bomet town to express their concerns. They vehemently protested the TSC’s decision to assign new school heads without confirming the existing acting administrators who have been running these institutions for an extended period.
The Key Issues
Delocalization Policy:
The unions questioned the TSC’s persistence in delocalizing teachers, even after the policy was supposedly removed during the Kenya Kwanza government’s tenure. They demanded transparency and clarity on this matter.
The move to post teachers from outside the county has raised eyebrows. Local teachers fear that this decision will demoralize them and hinder their growth opportunities.
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Fairness and Transparency:
The unions called for the TSC to produce a list of teachers being promoted in Bomet and posted in other areas. They want to ensure fairness and transparency in the process.
The new regional director’s actions have come under scrutiny. The unions expected adherence to the new law, but they feel disappointed by the lack of alignment.
Leadership Vacuum:
Contrary to the TSC’s claims, the unions argue that there is no leadership vacuum in these schools. The current acting administrators have efficiently managed the institutions without any issues.
They emphasize that local teachers are competitive and capable, deserving equal opportunities for growth and development.
The unions have made their stance clear: they will not accept the posting of new school heads without due consideration. If the TSC does not address their concerns, they are ready to take to the streets in protest. The situation remains tense, and the fate of these 61 school heads hangs in the balance.
Protests Over Posting of New School Heads in Bomet County.
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