JAMMU, Oct 15: The J&K +2 Lecturers’ Forum, Jammu Division, has emphasised the need for revising school timings in the winter-zone areas of Jammu Division in view of the prevailing weather conditions and the onset of the winter season.
The Forum provincial Prediction, Jammu Division, Pardeep Koul has urged the School Education Department to issue a timely order regarding revised school timings for Government as well as recognised Private Schools falling in the winter-zone areas of Jammu Division, keeping in view the safety, convenience and well-being of students and staff.
The Forum has urged that the revised timings should be formulated in accordance with the local weather conditions, geographical realities and accessibility of educational institutions, particularly in far-flung, hilly and snow-prone areas. A uniform and practical schedule, with due consideration for the specific requirements of different areas, would help students and teachers attend schools safely and comfortably.
The Forum has further appealed to the concerned authorities to ensure that the revised schedule is communicated well in advance so that all educational institutions can implement the necessary arrangements without inconvenience to students, parents and staff.
Pardeep Koul, Provincial President, J&K +2 Lecturers’ Forum, Jammu Division, stated that the welfare of students and the smooth functioning of educational institutions must remain the foremost priorities while framing the winter school schedule. He expressed confidence that the School Education Department would take an appropriate decision in the larger interest of the student community and the teaching fraternity.
The Forum reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the interests of the teaching community and promoting a safe, conducive and student-friendly academic environment across Jammu Division.