Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Government will consider to reopen the school gradually after the complete vaccination of children in the state but subject to the agreement of the Government of the Government and the Covid-19 experts concerned, said Minister of Education General V Sivankutty on Monday.
Sivankutty said the digital and online class is not a permanent solution and reopening of schools can be considered after vaccinating children in the state.
“We have seen reports of schools that are reopened in other states.
We need to provide a vaccine to children first and there are various protocols from the United States and the state government to be followed in this matter,” Sivakutty told the Assembly.
“Once we need the approval of the Trade Union and Committee and Covid-19 experts who care, the state government will consider the option to reopen the school in a gradual way,” he added.
He replied to the various questions raised by Ramachandran Kadannapy’s legislators in the steps taken by the government to reduce the stress faced by students in the state.
Sivankutty said the state government has initiated various programs including “our responsibilities to children” (ORC) to ensure mental health of school students.
“This program ensures the mental health and welfare of children in the state.
We also focus on ensuring the participation of parents in all of these initiatives.
Digital class with the help of experts has also been included,” Minister said to Theapsembly.
He also said that a tele counseling program entitled ‘Athijeevanam’ was being held by utilizing government doctor’s expertise.
“Our society has followed a routine where research is given more important than children.
However, now we need to give importance to children than their studies.
The elders must ensure more care for children, especially when even children Small.
Use cellphones and the internet, “he said.
He said the state government plans to arrange massive campaigns on children’s mental health and cyber security by coordinating with various institutions.
Kerala Govt will consider reopening the school gradually: Minister
