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PRINCOF Announces Early Christmas Break for Colleges of Education. The National Conference of Principals of Colleges of Education, Ghana (PRINCOF), has announced a revised schedule for the Christmas break for all public Colleges of Education nationwide.  The break, previously set to begin on December 20th , will now commence from December 12th , reflecting a strategic adjustment to support academic planning and student admissions. This change is aimed at ensuring that colleges have sufficient time to complete the admission process for applicants awaiting their 2025 WASSCE results. By advancing the break, newly admitted students are afforded the necessary time to make preparations, settle personal arrangements, and report promptly when the academic calendar resumes in January. The revision underscores PRINCOF’s commitment to creating an environment that supports student success and smooth institutional operations. PRINCOF has called on all principals to take the required steps to en...

  GNAT Releases Key Resolutions Communiqué from 2025 Annual Statutory National Council Meeting. The National Council of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) held its 2025 Annual Statutory Meeting at the GNAT Institute for Research and Industrial Relations Studies (GNAT-IRIRS), Abankro, from 14th to 20th November 2025.  After extensive deliberations on matters affecting teachers, students, and the education sector, the Council has issued the following communique highlighting key resolutions and recommendations. Teacher Housing Policy The Council welcomed the government’s proposal to implement the “Teacher Dabre” housing policy, aimed at providing decent accommodation for teachers. GNAT called for swift action to ensure its successful implementation, emphasizing that adequate housing will motivate teachers to deliver their best for learners, thereby advancing national development. Peace and Security Recognizing the ongoing conflicts and insecurity in some communiti...

How to Check Your Teacher Licensure Examination Results (Step-by-Step Guide) This guide explains the process for candidates to access their Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE) results online through the National Teaching Council (NTC) portal.  Follow the steps below to view your results and, if eligible, download your licensure certificate. Step 1: Prepare Your Voucher Information To initiate the process, ensure you have the voucher used during registration, which contains your Serial Number and PIN. These details are essential for logging in and should be readily available. Step 2: Access the NTC Portal Open your internet browser and navigate to the official NTC results portal:  https://exams.ntc.gov.gh Enter your Serial Number and PIN accurately on the login page, then click Submit to avoid errors. Step 3: View Your Results and Certificate Upon successful login: - If you have passed all required papers, your results will be displayed, and you can download and print...

Pelpuo Urges Calm Dialogue as TUC Rejects New Utility Tariff Adjustments. A new wave of tension has emerged between government and organised labour following the announcement of fresh utility tariff adjustments. In the midst of the growing disagreement, the Minister for Employment and Labour Relations, Rashid Pelpuo, is calling for a renewed spirit of dialogue to prevent the situation from escalating. In an interview on Joy FM on Thursday, December 4, the minister underscored the importance of maintaining cooperative discussions between government and labour groups, especially on matters that directly affect national livelihoods. He cautioned against the use of ultimatums, stressing that such approaches do not support healthy negotiations. Pelpuo explained that government remains open to hearing workers’ concerns and working jointly toward a fair outcome. According to him, engagements should focus on identifying the real concerns of workers and finding a path that benefits both sides. ...

National Teaching Council must withhold licenses of teachers involved in sexual misconduct — IFEST Boss. Dr. Peter Anti Partey, Executive Director of the Institute for Education Studies (IFEST), has called on the National Teaching Council (NTC) to impose stricter professional sanctions on teachers implicated in misconduct, following the interdiction of Joshua Vidzro, headmaster of Dzodze-Penyi Senior High School. Speaking on Morning Starr with Naa Dedei Tettey on Monday, December 8, Dr. Partey emphasized the need for robust action to protect students, stating, "When a teacher goes contrary to professional ethics, the Teaching Council can initiate an investigation and withhold licenses to prevent them from teaching in another school." He stressed that simple measures such as demotion or transfers are insufficient, noting, "Relying solely on demotion or transfer… simply moves the problem to another school." Dr. Partey emphasized the trust and power teachers hold over ...

Over Half of Teachers Teach Without Lesson Plans — UCC Study Highlights Curriculum Challenges. A recent study conducted by the University of Cape Coast’s (UCC) Institute of Education has shed light on significant obstacles affecting the effective implementation of the Standards-Based Curriculum (SBC) in basic schools, raising questions about the quality of education delivery nationwide. The research revealed that 53% of teachers are delivering lessons without lesson plans or teaching materials, citing insufficient training, lack of resources, and structural shortcomings in the curriculum rollout as major factors. Introduced in the 2019/2020 academic year, the SBC seeks to move away from rote learning toward practical, globally relevant skills. Yet, the study found that many educators continue to rely on traditional teaching methods due to limited understanding of the curriculum’s philosophy and competencies. Led by Dr. Esinam Avenyo and Dr. Chris Kwaah, the study examined 24 basic scho...