Kerala schools likely to commence regular classes from February 21

The government of Kerala allowed the reopening of schools and colleges in the state for offline classes from February 7, 2022.

Kerala School Reopening: Kerala is likely to reopen schools for offline classes soon. So far the reopening of the schools in the state, the offline classes are being conducted in a staggered manner. It is expected that the schools will commence regular classes until the evening from February 21, 2022. Reports suggest that the order to resume regular classes is expected to be applicable to all the schools and even the ones affiliated with the CBSE and CISCE.

The government of Kerala allowed the reopening of schools and colleges in the state for offline classes from February 7, 2022. Currently, the state Education Minister has stated that classes for students until class 9 will be conducted in the offline mode only until noon. In order to curb academic loss, the government has also made all Saturdays in February and March (except for public holidays) to be working days for all.

The schools have also received directions from the government to conduct extra classes for students in case they feel that teachers need extra time to complete the syllabus especially for students appearing for SSLC and Plus 2 Board exams in the coming months.

The government has also placed rules to minimize academic loss and familiarise the students again with the offline teaching environment. Reports also suggest that Educational officers have been instructed to visit the schools in the state to check their preparation regarding the conduct of offline classes and also to check for the timely completion of the syllabus.

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