Ghana's Education Ministry Promotes Inclusivity with New School Selection Guidelines

Ghana's Education Ministry Unveils New Inclusive School Selection Guidelines for SHS Students Ghana's Ministry of Education recently announced new guidelines for selecting secondary schools (SHS) for students completing their junior high school (JHS) education. These guidelines aim to create a more inclusive system and move away from practices that favored elite schools. The changes are significant. Previously, the selection process was seen as favoring students from certain backgrounds. The new guidelines aim to provide a more equitable process. Nana Tuffour Boateng, host of Channel One TV's Breakfast Daily program, explained the changes in a recent broadcast. "These new guidelines afford the country the opportunity to move away from elitism and toward accessibility," Boateng stated. He highlighted the increased number of school choices available to students, noting that the changes will benefit students from all backgrounds. The Ministry of Education is emphasizing the importance of schools adhering to these new guidelines. Parents and students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the new selection process to ensure a smooth transition into secondary education. The ministry's commitment to inclusivity is a positive step toward providing equal educational opportunities for all Ghanaian students.