By Kamugisha Leonard Akira,
KAMPALA
With just a few days left until the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), the Board has once again cautioned Heads of PLE Centers to refrain from denying registered candidates the opportunity to write their examinations.
The Board, responsible for overseeing the PLE, has emphasized the importance of ensuring that all eligible learners are given a fair chance to be assessed. In a recent statement, they urged schools to find alternative solutions when parents are unable to clear school fees balances in time.
“We advise that the parents and the school administration agree on the method and mode of payment without obstructing the candidates,” the Board stated.
It is understood that the Board’s concern lies in the fact that withholding results due to unpaid fees can have a detrimental impact on the affected learners. Therefore, they have decided to take action to support schools in recovering the outstanding fees, while ensuring that no learner is left out of the assessment process.
“In the event that the parents do not clear the school fees dues by the time of releasing the results, the Board will withhold the results of the candidates until the said dues have been cleared,” the statement read.
This move aims to encourage parents to settle their outstanding fees promptly, as the results are crucial for the candidates’ future educational endeavors. By withholding the results, the Board hopes to motivate parents to fulfill their financial obligations to the schools.
The Board’s decision has received mixed reactions from parents and school administrators. While some argue that it is a necessary step to ensure accountability, others express concerns about the potential negative impact on the affected learners.
In response to these concerns, the Board has assured that they will work closely with schools and parents to find suitable payment arrangements. They emphasize that their primary goal is to support schools in recovering the money owed, while ensuring that no learner is unfairly excluded from the assessment process.
As the PLE examination draws near, parents are urged to communicate with their respective schools to settle any outstanding fees balances promptly. This will not only ensure that their children can participate in the examination but also prevent any potential.
