Why have we normalised the idea that children must leave home in order to succeed academically?
By Liankor Jairus
Public Relations Associate Consultant
P&L Consulting Group
What you need to know:
In Kenya, boarding schools are often treated as symbols of discipline, seriousness, prestige, and academic success.
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We must ensure that day schools are seen as a strong first option, not a second choice.
We will not ban boarding schools because doing so would inconvenience everyone except the children.
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Kenyan lawmakers and education stakeholders call for reform of the country's education system following a surge in student unrest…
