Education leaders in Bomet County are calling for sobriety and constructive dialogue as national conversations on the autonomy of Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers gain momentum.
Richard Cheruiyot, widely known as “RC”, and the head of Kapkilabei Comprehensive School in Konoin Sub-County, has urged JSS teachers not to allow emotions or misunderstandings to disrupt the collaborative environment in schools.
Speaking in Mugango area of Bomet Central Sub County after paying a visit to KNUT Bomet Branch Assistant Executive Secretary Geff Bett, who was recently injured in a road accident, Cheruiyot emphasized that the primary duty of all educators remains unchanged — to serve learners with dedication and professionalism.
“Let us love the work of teaching the children,” he said, reminding teachers that the success and wellbeing of students should remain the central focus amid policy debates.
Cheruiyot clarified that heads of institutions are currently implementing the directives and proposals issued by the Presidential Working Group on Education Reforms, a body mandated by the government to guide changes within the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) framework. He noted that school heads have no authority to alter national policy independently.
“If changes will happen, they will be from the government. We have nothing against JSS teachers. We are working together, and we always safeguard your interests,” he explained.
As calls for autonomy intensify in various regions, he urged teachers to approach the matter calmly and avoid assigning blame to school administrators.
“Let’s go slow on the autonomy issue. Don’t blame us this is not our fault,” he appealed, stressing that heads of institutions are simply following government guidelines.
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He added that administrators fully recognize the value of JSS teachers and continue to support their professional needs.
Cheruiyot also encouraged open communication as a means of resolving emerging concerns. He assured teachers that their voices are welcome and should be expressed through respectful dialogue.
“If there is an issue, bring it on the table. We are human beings just like you,” he said. “We should always engage each other openly and respectfully.”
His remarks come at a time when the education sector is awaiting further government direction on the structure, staffing, and management of Junior Secondary Schools.
As the national debate continues, Cheruiyot urged all educators to remain united; reaffirming that collaboration and patience will help ensure a smooth and learner-centered transition within the evolving CBC system.
His remarks come at a time when JSS teachers across the country have pushing for autonomy saying it enable quality education.
By Philip Koech
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