Ghana’s Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced the return of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) to the management framework of public schools, in a move aimed at strengthening collaboration between parents and teachers to improve student learning outcomes.
Speaking at a public forum, Mr Iddrisu emphasised the role of PTAs in fostering community involvement in education.
“I am particularly happy to announce that PTAs will be introduced back into the management of education under the presidency of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, to work for parents and teachers to work together to improve learning outcomes in our educational institutions. And for PTAs to support our educational institutions to produce quality human capital for the country,” he said.
The reintroduction of PTAs is expected to provide additional support to public schools, addressing issues such as infrastructure development, student discipline, and academic performance.
PTAs previously played a significant role in shaping school policies, but their influence has diminished in recent years.
The latest policy shift is intended to create a more inclusive education system where parents, teachers, and administrators collaborate to enhance the quality of education.
