Goa School Reopening News: Class 10 and 12 Schools may open after 2nd Oct, Final Decision Soon

Goa School Reopening News: As per the latest update, Goa State Government is considering partial reopening of schools for Class 10 and Class 12 students from 2nd October onwards, in line with Home Ministry’s Unlock 4.0 Guidelines. Goa CM Pramod Samant said that as of now a final decision with regards to reopening of schools in the state has not been taken, but soon a consultative review meeting will be held with all the stakeholders in which final decision will be taken.

Voluntary Visits for Doubt Solving Session Allowed

However, from 21^st Sept onwards, the state government is planning to allow students to visit schools on voluntary basis for doubt solving session with the teachers. However, in line with Unlock 4.0 Guidelines, students visiting schools for such sessions would need to adhere to COVID-19 guidelines and also ensure that they carry a consent letter duly signed by their parents.

Final Decision Regarding School Reopening Soon

Mr Samant who also holds the portfolio for Education Ministry, also conveyed that the final decision regarding reopening of schools in the state would be taken based on a critical review of the COVID-19 pandemic situation in the state. Recent, Mr Samant held a virtual meeting with ADEIs of all the talukas and representatives of different school associations to discuss the matter of reopening of schools and implementation of New Education Policy 2020. During this meeting, the need for reopening of schools was expressed by many stakeholders, especially considering internet connectivity issue for students from rural areas.

After the meeting, Mr Samant issued a statement saying “Decision regarding reopening of schools, especially Class X and XII will be taken only after October 2 in consultation with experts and considering the pandemic situation. Internet connectivity is still an issue for students in villages, the government will address this as soon as possible.”