This morning, my team and I paid an impromptu visit to Friends School Binyenya, one of our senior schools in the ward, with the objective of acquainting ourselves with the happenings at the school.
In a tête-à-tête with the principal, Mr. Mundia, a dedicated educationist, we received a firsthand account of the school's current status.
Like many Sub-County (C4) schools, Binyenya faces a myriad of challenges. Chief among them is inadequate capitation, which also often arrives late.
This situation has been compounded by the CBC transition, which affected enrolment, as C1 and other categories admitted more students than they traditionally would due to the gap created by the absence of a transition last year.
Like many schools in this category, Binyenya is also struggling to meet its financial obligations, including paying suppliers and support staff. These challenges have been exacerbated by weaknesses in existing policy.
The recent wave of unrest that swept across the country did not spare the school. Fortunately, the situation was nipped in the bud before it could escalate. However, student indiscipline has become a major concern in many schools, and addressing it requires the concerted efforts of all stakeholders.
The community has a vital role to play in ensuring the smooth running of our educational institutions by engaging constructively with a view of improving the learning environment. This is a commitment we remain steadfast in upholding.
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