The Ghana Education Service (GES) Management has announced that it is in discussions with the Ministry of Education to expedite the resolution of issues brought forth by the leadership of the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS).

This development comes in response to CHASS’s request to the Ministry of Education for the prompt disbursement of pending funds, which is essential for the uninterrupted functioning of Senior High Schools across the country.

With schools scheduled to reopen for the 2025 academic year on January 3, CHASS warned that unresolved financial shortfalls could disrupt academic activities and compromise student welfare.

A communiqué signed by CHASS National Secretary, Primus Baro, highlighted the financial challenges faced by schools, which persist despite previous communications and verbal assurances from the Minister of Education during a Zoom meeting on December 18, 2024.

The communiqué expressed disappointment in the government’s failure to deliver on promised measures to address the financial crisis.

While CHASS acknowledged the partial release of some funds, it emphasized that this effort was insufficient to resolve critical issues.

But a statement on January 2, signed by the Public Relations Officer of GES, Cassandra Twum Ampofo, noted that “Management of GES is engaging the Ministry for a speedy resolution of concerns raised by the leadership of the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS).

“We kindly request that all stakeholders take note of these dates and make necessary arrangements accordingly.”

The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) reminded students, staff, parents, and the general public that the 2024/25 academic calendar has not changed as previously announced.

The GES said SHS students are expected to report back to school on January 3. 2025. while primary and Junior High schools will reopen on January 8. 2025.