PTAs to be reinstated in public schools – Education Minister

Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu has announced the return of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) to the management framework of public schools.

The move aims to strengthen cooperation between parents and teachers, ultimately enhancing student learning outcomes.

Speaking at a public forum, the minister highlighted the importance of PTAs in fostering community involvement in schools.

“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 reintroduction of PTAs is expected to provide additional support to public schools, helping to address concerns such as infrastructure development, student discipline, and academic performance. Previously, PTAs played a key role in shaping policies at the school level, but their influence had been reduced in recent years.

With this policy shift, the government aims to create a more inclusive education system where parents, teachers, and administrators work together to ensure quality education for all students.

As the government moves forward with this decision, schools are expected to formally reintegrate PTAs into their administrative frameworks in the coming months.