Madhabpur:State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj has announced the government's new initiatives to enhance primary education through a revised monitoring policy and curriculum. The announcement was made during his visit to various government primary schools in Madhabpur upazila.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the new monitoring policy aims to ensure student attendance, assess learning outcomes, evaluate teaching quality, and gauge the overall effectiveness of school activities. The curriculum is being revised to facilitate scientific and enjoyable learning tailored to the age and abilities of students.
During his visit, the State Minister praised the dedication of school founders, local public representatives, and teachers, emphasizing that their collective efforts can transform the learning environment. He also distributed mid-day meals to second-grade students and interacted with the school's Mothers' Association, book captains, and members of the gardening programme and the 'Little Agriculturists Club.'
The minister highlighted the government's School Feeding Programme, currently in 100 upazilas, with plans to expand nationwide. He assessed the World Food Programme's (WFP) school feeding activities, implemented in over 100 schools in Madhabpur, to identify beneficial practices for integration into the government programme.
Hajjaj also visited Jagadishpur Tea Garden Government Primary School, where he observed examination activities and initiatives for children's healthcare and nutrition. The WFP's school feeding activities are part of the McGovern-Dole Food for Education Programme, supported by the USDA, with FAO, Room to Read, and CNRS as partners.
The revised primary education curriculum, developed by the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB), focuses on reducing disparities in learning hours, enhancing teaching materials, and integrating moral education, sports, and cultural activities. The minister emphasized that primary education development requires coordinated efforts across various domains, including school management and accountability.
Present during the inspection were Jesse Wood, Head of Programme of the WFP in Bangladesh, and Emma Lefu, Programme Policy Officer for School Feeding, along with local officials, teachers, and parents.