Parents in Kwale County have been urged to take full responsibility in educating and uplifting their children’s lives and not shift their mandates to teachers.
Speaking during a community engagement forum at Kilole social hall in Msambweni, Kinondo Ward Representative Juma Maone expressed concern over the growing trend where parents are shifting the burden of educating their children to teachers and leaders.
Maone noted that it is worrying how some parents have abdicated their critical role in shaping their children’s future, leaving it to others adding that many even fail to attend important school meetings that are meant to discuss the progress and welfare of their children.
“Sometimes as a leader, you call a meeting at school expecting to meet parents, but they don’t show up. You end up being alone,” said Maone.
The MCA urged parents to be more present in their children’s education journey, not only by providing basic needs but also by participating in school activities and monitoring academic performance.
ALSO READ:
KUCCPS opens TVET application window, waives application fees for September intake
He said that the success of a child is a collective responsibility and parents must work closely with teachers and school administrations to ensure the right foundation is laid.
Maone also warned that neglect from parents could lead to poor performance, indiscipline, and even school dropouts, especially in rural areas where poverty and ignorance sometimes hinder educational progress.
“Taking care of a child is a collective responsibility; let’s embrace that and help raise a well-nurtured generation,” he said.
Maone said that for the community to prosper, all stakeholders must come together and support the education and moral upbringing of children, adding that strong families build strong societies, and the role of parenting cannot be delegated.
Maone encouraged parents to set positive examples at home, reminding them that children often mirror what they see from adults.
He urged them to create safe, supportive, and encouraging home environments that motivate learning and personal growth.
ALSO READ:
CSOs misses out on appraisal tool at TSC as other employees enjoy
“Let us not only blame the government or teachers. Let’s play our part at home. The child starts learning from home,” he said.
The MCA further urged parents to closely monitor their children’s behavior and the company they keep.
He said the lack of proper parental supervision has contributed to children fall into bad company and being exposed to harmful influences such as drugs, crime, and early pregnancies.
“Many of the challenges our children face today stem from the fact that parents are too busy or simply not paying enough attention. We must know who our children are spending time with and what kind of values they are being exposed to,” said Maone.
He advised parents to engage in open conversations with their children and build trust so that they can share their struggles and experiences without fear or judgment.
BY OMAR SHABAN
You can also follow our social media pages on Twitter: Education News KE and Facebook: Education News Newspaper for timely updates.
>>> Click here to stay up-to-date with trending regional stories
>>> Click here to read more informed opinions on the country’s education landscape
