leading teachers’ unions has accused the President and state ministers of taking a number of decisions that politicize the education system during a recent discussion.
According to the Ceylon Teachers’ Union, the President has said that politicians have the opportunity to involve in all activities that contribute to the development of the school system, except for the transfer of teachers and the inclusion of children in schools.
A statement issued by the Presidential Media Unit on the same day stated that the President had stated at a discussion held at the Presidential Secretariat on September 10 that it was a general objective and not a political interference.
Joseph Stalin, the leader of the teachers ‘union, said the announcement would also look into the appointment of acting principals to fill school principals’ vacancies.
A statement issued by the Ceylon Teachers’ Union on Sunday, September 13 stated that the appointment of acting principals to fill the vacancies of principals in schools was an illegal act.
The Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) further requests the President in writing to consult with educators and the trade unions in the field of education when making decisions regarding education.