WASSCE: Special Arrangements Have Been Made For COVID 19 Candidates - Deputy Education Minister
Deputy Education Minister and Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe, Hon Dr. Osei Yaw Adutwum has disclosed that special arrangements have already been put in place for candidates who have contracted COVID-19.
According to him, the arrangements will enable them to write their exams albeit, not immediately.
Speaking on Okay FM’s 'Ade Akye Abia' programme, he explained that nonetheless enough safety protocols especially social distancing have been activated to ensure the safety of the candidates whilst they write their exams.
The government has these students at heart since they also happen to be the first batch of students from the free SHS policy of the government writing their WASSCE during this pandemic.
"Invigilators and other stakeholders have been provided with enough PPEs to enable them carry out their duties in a safe environment," he added.
He noted that the government has also taken care of the registration fees of these candidates and this happens to be the first in the history of this country.
"In all, Three Hundred and Thirteen Thousand, Eight Hundred and Thirty-Seven (313, 837) youngsters are sitting for this year’s examinations, courtesy the Free SHS policy that created an accessible, equitable and quality education for every Ghanaian of Senior High school-going age, no matter one’s background."
"So we wish the students well and will continue to monitor the situation until they are done with their exams," he added.
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