Two examination centres have been blacklisted after revelations that students were allowed to cheat in exchange for money during matriculation exams.
Following special directives from the provincial minister for universities and boards, Chairman of the Board of Secondary Education Karachi, Ghulam Hussain Sohoo, took strict action against centres compromising exam transparency and blacklisted two private schools.
The action was taken on the instructions of Ismail Rahoo after serious allegations surfaced regarding organised cheating in examination centres.
The education department has also registered a case against corrupt teachers involved in the malpractice, considering the severity of the issue.
According to the Controller of Examinations, a video went viral on social media showing evidence of money being collected from students in exchange for facilitating cheating.
Taking immediate action, the board blacklisted National Grammar School and Grace Academy Learning School. The superintendents of both centres have also been suspended from their positions.
To ensure a transparent investigation, a five-member high-level committee has been formed under the supervision of the Deputy Secretary Board, which will submit its report.
For the convenience of students and to ensure continuity of exams, the centres have been relocated. Students from Grace Academy will now appear at Allied Secondary School, while those from National Grammar School have been shifted to Government Boys Secondary School.
The Controller of Examinations emphasised that no compromise will be made on educational standards, and strict action will be taken against those facilitating cheating practices.
Timetable issued for government schools
In a separate development, a new timetable was issued for government schools in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
According to the notification, primary schools will start at 7:30 am, while closing time will be 1:35 pm.
Morning assembly will now include moral training, student speeches on different topics, and practical activities. These have been made mandatory.
Students will receive moral education three days a week through speeches and three days through skits.
School heads have been directed to organise a weekly “Bazm-e-Adab” on the last working day.
After the literary session, the last three periods will be used for staff meetings and completion of registers.
In case of teacher shortages or long leave, headteachers and subject specialists will take classes.
All District Education Officers have been instructed to ensure strict implementation of the timetable in schools.
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