“I want each head of school to outline challenges they are facing in
their schools that might be a stumbling block to better performance,
each should also give views on those problems and give out solutions,”
he directed.
The RC further said several issues have been cited in connection to poor
results of 2016 National Form Four Examinations in which six of the top
ten poorly performing schools were coming from the country’s commercial
capital.
He also promised to provide solutions for some of the problems including
building teachers offices, toilets and provide iron sheets.
Meanwhile, 11 ward education officers in the region have been stripped
of their responsibilities due to failure to provide accurate information
on the 250,000/- outstanding allowances they were receiving each month.
“It is ridiculous for one to receive such amount and yet complain that
they cannot reach to schools in the region due to lack of fund, what are
you using that money for?” he queried.
Makonda further gave 20 days to the heads of schools existing near the
bars and guesthouses to ensure they are planning to demolish the
premises that are not related to academics as they destruct learning
environment.
He also said education officers to make follow ups and make sure all
school places to obtain title deeds to legalize their ownership.
Earlier, Urafiki Primary School head teacher, Mr Abdallah Juma, said
among the factors that led to student to fail include bad study habits,
students are unable or unwilling to put effort into learning.
He further said motivation was also the leading cause behind students’
failure or success, motivation influences students’ attitudes, study
habits, academic readiness and so on.
“I think most students fail because of a lack in self-confidence often
the students that I see are bright but make failing grades due to their
not believing that they are smart enough, we try to work through this
and if there is some improvement in self-confidence, grades improve,” he
said
