The Deputy Minister of Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, has announced a series of government-led interventions aimed at curbing rising indiscipline in Senior High Schools (SHS) across the country.
Speaking in an interview, Dr. Apaak revealed that the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has granted school authorities the permission to search students—a practice previously prohibited under the former administration.
This, he said, is part of a broader strategy to restore order in schools and improve discipline among students.
“Management of SHSs now have the backing of the Ministry to conduct searches when necessary. This was never allowed in the past, but given the rising incidents of indiscipline, it has become essential,” Dr. Apaak stated.
He also confirmed the restoration of Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) meetings, enabling school staff and guardians to collectively deliberate on the best ways to instill discipline and support student development.
“These two interventions are only part of a broader set of policies being implemented,” he said, noting that more measures are expected to be introduced in the coming weeks.
Dr. Apaak, who also serves as the Member of Parliament for Builsa South, disclosed that Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has directed the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) to work closely with the GES Council to identify and implement further immediate solutions.
These efforts are aligned with the government’s commitment to holistic reforms, informed by recommendations from the recent National Education Forum.
“What we are witnessing in our secondary schools today affirms our campaign promise to review the implementation of the Free SHS policy,” Dr. Apaak said, reaffirming the government’s resolve to improve and sustain the programme.
Meanwhile, the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) has issued a strong warning to the Ghana Education Service, demanding immediate action to address the growing trend of violence and indiscipline in schools.
The association has set a deadline of May 31, 2025, for the announcement of concrete disciplinary measures, threatening to take action to protect its members if the GES fails to act.
