Egyptian Minister of Education and Technical Education, Mohamed Abdel Latif, recently convened a meeting with directors and deputy directors of educational directorates across the country via video conference. The meeting aimed to review the current state of the academic year, ensure the smooth operation of the educational process, and enhance performance within schools. Abdel Latif began the meeting by congratulating all educational leaders, teachers, and staff on Teacher's Day and the 6th of October celebrations.
The Minister expressed his appreciation for the significant efforts made by educational leaders, directors, teachers, and all staff within the education system. These efforts have contributed to high attendance rates and a smooth start to the academic year across various governorates. Abdel Latif emphasized that the achievements of the past period reflect the importance of fieldwork, continuous monitoring, and cooperation among all elements of the education system.
During the meeting, Abdel Latif stressed the need to continue plans to eliminate evening classes starting from the upcoming academic year. He emphasized that this issue is a priority for the Ministry of Education. The Minister also highlighted the responsibility of educational leaders to proactively identify and address challenges before they escalate into complaints. He encouraged a positive and swift response to any complaints received by any department or directorate.
Abdel Latif noted that the high attendance rates across the country impose greater responsibility on educational leaders to maintain this momentum. This can be achieved by providing a suitable school environment for students and teachers. He emphasized that students' regular attendance at schools is a crucial step, which is completed by providing an appropriate educational environment. This environment should enable students to learn and benefit from their school day.
The Minister highlighted that the ongoing field monitoring by directorates and educational departments includes continuing to improve the quality of the educational process. This involves dealing positively and swiftly with any challenges or complaints. Abdel Latif directed educational directorates to prepare well for monthly exams, reviewing them thoroughly before implementation. He stressed that disciplined exams are an essential part of the quality of the educational process.
Abdel Latif also emphasized that addressing the issue of students lacking reading and writing skills is a direct responsibility of educational leaders, departments, and schools. He stated that it is no longer acceptable for a student to be unable to read or write without being included in a clear and specific remedial program. The Minister directed all educational directorates to identify students with weak reading and writing skills, enroll them in remedial programs, and continuously monitor their progress.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Ahmed Al-Mohammadi, Assistant Minister for Strategic Planning and Follow-up, and Supervisor of the General Administration for the Minister's Office Affairs, as well as On Abdel Raouf, Head of the Central Administration for Educational Directorates Affairs. The Minister's directives aim to ensure a successful academic year, focusing on improving educational quality and addressing challenges proactively.
Key points
- The Egyptian Minister of Education, Mohamed Abdel Latif, held a meeting with directors of educational directorates to discuss preparations for monthly exams and the current state of the academic year.
- Abdel Latif emphasized the need to eliminate evening classes and address the issue of students lacking reading and writing skills.
- The Minister directed educational directorates to prepare well for monthly exams and provide a suitable school environment for students and teachers.
