Quality education makes a country to prosper. The importance of education to low income countries cannot be overemphasized. Most prosperous people are educated while most illiterate people are poor.
Education Minister Eases Concerns about Partnership Schools for Liberia
Education Minister George Werner’s latest move to partner with private institutions to improve the quality of Liberia’s education system has been met with intense resistance from many individuals and groups. In an exclusive interview with The Bush Chicken, the Minister clarified some of the misconceptions about his approach.
Amid Disagreement with Teachers’ Union, MOE Administers Test in Nimba
After several weeks of dialogue between the Ministry of Education and the National Teacher Association of Liberia over teacher testing in Nimba, the ministry said it finally administered the tests.
Ministry of Education Appeals to Nimba Teachers, as Vows to Boycott Tests Continue
A Ministry of Education representative, Avertus Wright, called on all teachers in the county to assemble in Sanniquellie for a test. The announcement came a few days after Samuel Johnson, the Secretary General of the National Teachers Association of Liberia, said teachers would not sit for the tests being administered by the Ministry.
Teachers in Nimba Vow to Boycott Education Ministry’s Tests
eachers in Nimba’s first educational district have threatened to stay away from additional testing being required by the Ministry of Education.
Nimba to Get New County Education Officer
After serving as Acting County Education Officer for 90 days, Moses Dologbay has been appointed by the Ministry of Education as permanent CEO for Nimba.
Zorzor Teacher Accused of Faking Academic Credentials
An instructor of the Zorzor Central High School has come under criticism from two educators for allegedly using fake academic documents to get on the government’s payroll as a teacher.
Liberian Youth Group Intensifies Awareness on WASH Commission Establishment
The United Youth for Peace, Education, Transparency and Development have stepped up their awareness programs in various communities for the establishment of the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Commission in Liberia.