A section of Grade 10 parents at Ambira High School have raised formal objections to a Ksh 33,000 damage levy imposed following recent student unrest, questioning its fairness and transparency.
Through their advocate, J.C. Mwangi & Co. Advocates, the parents have written to the school’s chief principal, Boaz Adit, demanding accountability and a clear justification for the charges arising from incidents that occurred on May 18 and 19, 2026.
In the demand letter dated June 1, 2026, the parents argue that grade 10 learners were not involved in the unrest and should therefore not be subjected to what they term a “blanket penalty” applied across the entire student population.
They further cite assurances allegedly given during a parents’ meeting on May 21, where the administration is said to have indicated that grade 10 students would be exempted from any damage-related costs.
The parents are now seeking a detailed breakdown of the damages incurred, including itemized costs and the methodology used to arrive at the Ksh 33,000 figure.
They also want clarification on why the earlier exemption was reportedly reversed.
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Beyond the financial concerns, the group is calling for comprehensive reports on the causes of the unrest, student welfare conditions and security lapses that may have contributed to the incident.
They have also requested updates on investigations into the loss of students’ personal belongings and the school’s compliance with ministry of education safety guidelines.
The parents emphasize that the disruption has already affected learning, with Grade 10 students losing valuable instructional time due to the temporary closure of the school.
They are urging the administration to prioritize a safe and stable return to learning while engaging stakeholders more transparently.
The matter now places the school under scrutiny as parents push for clarity, accountability, and a more consultative approach in handling the aftermath of the unrest.
By Odoyo Miranda
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