The Council of Heads of Supporting Secondary Schools in the North West Region (CHASS) has revealed that a significant number of high school students have not yet reported to their allocated schools.
Despite gaining admission to secondary school, more than 137,000 students in the West North region are still out of school.
This alarming statistic was shared by CHASS, which noted that the situation is a cause for concern.
According to CHASS, one of the main reasons why many students are still unable to attend school is because their parents, many of whom are cocoa farmers, are facing financial difficulties.
The Chairman of CHASS in the North West Region, Nana Amo Amankwa, expressed concern that a large number of students were still not attending school.
“As we speak, in many schools the number of people who have reported is just over half of their enrollment, and that is our concern.
“The Western Regional Director of Education has released an update stating that approximately 137,000 students are still not enrolled, and they say they are facing financial hardship.”
Nana Amo Amankwah acknowledged that some students may face difficulties in meeting the requirements listed in the prospectus.
However, he urged students to report to the school regardless of this assignment.
“Quite a few schools have mattresses, so we want them to come. As long as they get towels and sponges, they shouldn’t think about the prospectus item. They should come. They should get the prospectus before they come. You don’t have to get everything listed.”
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