Minority community students needs academic support: DC
Mandya: Deputy commissioner Kumara has emphasised the need for increased academic support for students from minority communities, particularly those struggling with language subjects.
Speaking at a progress review meeting of the prime minister's new 15-point programme for the welfare of minorities for the year 2024–25 at the DC office on Tuesday, he called for targeted interventions, including special classes, to assist academically backward students.
Kumara expressed concern over the unsatisfactory academic performance of students in minority residential schools. He urged school heads to take proactive measures to improve student outcomes.
Highlighting attendance issues, Kumara directed officials to identify long-absent students, visit their homes, determine the reasons for their absence, and ensure their reintegration into the education system. For the academic year 2024–25, out of 1,216 minority students who appeared for the SSLC examination, only 651 passed—resulting in a pass percentage of just 53.5%.
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