By: Poviet Kaurchandigarh: There is a slight increase in student voters at the UT government school on Wednesday compared to Monday when schools reopened.
On the 1st day, around 4,000 students from 40,000 have attended school directly.
Maintaining social distance and waiting for their turn, beaming students with excitement on the third day reopened.
At present, the city has 53 government high schools (up to class X) and 43 high school models (up to class XII).
Priya, a student in the 18th school sector, missed the first day of heavy rain.
He said, “I missed my first day at school because of heavy rain, but today I like it.
It was very refreshing for me to be taught directly that I had been answered during an online session.” Talking about their experiences about offline classes after a five-month gap, The students beamed with excitement.
However, some parents remain worried about the safety of their children.
Staff Some schools are sure to see an increase in present in the coming days.
“Our top priority is the security of students.
We follow all guidelines and protocols related to Covid-19 regulations,” said Government Staff Members 18 Government Schools.
Speaking with Toi, Rubljit Singh Brar, Director of School Education, “Compared to the opening day, the presence for the second day is a little improved and the same re-assessment will be carried out on Friday.” On the other hand, the principal of government schools is a different opinion.
He said, “The number of students who came to school on the second day fell compared to Day 1.
It might remain the same as some parents and children in fear of the third wave.” A Ministry of Education official said the presence tended to take from Monday.
Previously, the UT government had announced the closing of the school in the middle of the Covid-19 crisis in the city.
Now, with the number of active cases, school authorities feel that parents will sign the approval form to send their children.
According to administrative orders, the school will remain open from 8.30am to 13:00 for students and 8:00 to 14:00 for the staff.
Students need to bring an approval letter signed by their parents.
For them, who don’t want to be physically present, online class will continue.
All principals have been asked to ensure compliance with the Covid protocol and vaccination of all teaching and non-teaching staff.