The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced the reintroduction of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) as part of the management structure in public schools, a move aimed at strengthening collaboration between parents and educators to enhance learning outcomes.
Speaking at a public forum, the minister emphasized the crucial role PTAs play in shaping the country’s educational system and fostering a stronger partnership between schools and families.
“I am particularly happy to announce that PTAs will be introduced back into the management of education under the presidency of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, to work for parents and teachers to work together to improve learning outcomes in our educational institutions and for PTAs to support our educational institutions to produce quality human capital for the country,” he stated.
The decision marks a significant policy shift, as PTAs were previously sidelined in certain aspects of school administration.
Their return is expected to provide schools with additional support, especially in addressing infrastructural needs, student discipline, and overall academic performance.
Following the development, schools across the country are expected to begin reintegrating PTAs into their management structures in the coming months.
