Story by Peter Chivhima
SCHOOLS across Zimbabwe reopen for the second term this Tuesday, with parents, guardians and learners expressing optimism over improved academic performance and discipline.
Robert Mugabe Square was busy on Monday as boarding school pupils travelled to different parts of the country ahead of the start of lessons.
Learners interviewed by ZBC News said they were eager to return to class after the holiday break and were determined to improve their results.
“I am happy to be back at school for the second term, and this time I am going to work harder so that I can bring better results and make my parents proud,” one learner said.
Another learner added: “During the holidays, I had enough time to rest, and now I am ready to focus on my studies. I promise to improve my performance and achieve better results this term.”
Parents and guardians said they expect learners to remain disciplined and committed to their studies throughout the term.
“We are expecting our child to work harder this term and bring better results. As parents, we will continue supporting and encouraging them to focus on their studies,” a parent said.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police has meanwhile urged motorists to exercise caution as schools reopen, amid rising road traffic accidents.
Officer Commanding ZRP Harare Province, Commissioner Maxwell Chikunguru said police officers have been deployed on major routes to enhance road safety.
“We are encouraging drivers to exercise caution and respect road rules, especially at a time when road traffic accidents are on the increase. We urge motorists to avoid speeding, dangerous overtaking and driving under the influence of alcohol,” he said.
Commissioner Chikunguru also encouraged children to report reckless driving to the police.
The new school term begins as Government continues implementing programmes aimed at improving the education sector, including the construction of new schools and the recruitment of additional teachers to reduce the pupil-to-teacher ratio.
