Bauchi Commissioner Tasks Principals On Excellent-driven EducationLA
Dr Lawal Mohammed, the Bauchi state Commissioner for Education has called on all the 222 Senior Secondary School principals in the state to support the government’s drive in building excellence-driven education systems.
He made the call in Bauchi on Friday at the maiden terminal meeting with the Principals and management of the ministry.
The commissioner also urged them to work closely with their teachers to build an inclusive and innovative education system that would prepare students for realities of the modern world.
According to him, for the government to achieve this feat, the principals must focus on improvement of infrastructure and resources, supporting teachers and school leaders through system strengthening and Enhancing student outcomes through character, creativity and critical thinking.
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“We will work to ensure that our schools are equipped with the necessary tools, technology, and environments that promote effective teaching and learning.
“You, our principals and teachers, deserve not only recognition but also the training, motivation, and support that enable you to thrive in your roles.
“Our success will be measured by the success of our students. We must nurture not only academic excellence but also character, creativity, and critical thinking,” he said.
While warning the principals against laxity and other forms of abuse of office, the Commissioner emphasised the need for collaboration and innovative approach among the school managers for better educational delivery.
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“I urge us all to embrace innovation, to be open to change, and to always put the best interests of our students first.
“Let us lead by example, let us build schools where discipline, dedication, and dignity reign,” said the commissioner.
In their separate contributions, the various Directors in the ministry advised the principals to always delegate responsibilities to assigned officers, process examination results before holidays and ensure safe and clean environments.
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Also, the Special Advisers to Gov. Bala Mohammed on Education and that of Technical, Science and Vocational Education, Alh. Adamu Zakari and Professor Madugu Yalams challenged parents to take responsibility for their children’s education.
They harped on the need to give more preference to technical and vocational education.
Responding on behalf of the Principals, Mr Rabiu Shehu, the state President, All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS) called for the domestication of the new teachers’ years of service, condition of service, and recruitment of more teachers for optimum service delivery.
The commissioner also distributed teaching and learning aids provided under the Accelerated Senior Secondary Education Programme (ASSEP) to some selected schools across the state.
