05-05-2025
School certification begins in 422 govt schools across state
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Ranchi: The
Jharkhand Education Project Council
(JEPC) has initiated the first phase of the
school certification
process across 750 govt schools in a bid to strengthen the
quality of education
in the state.
On the first day of the process, 422 schools underwent a comprehensive qualitative survey while assessment tests were conducted for students of Class II and III in Hindi, English and mathematics.
Over 8,000 students participated in the first phase of the evaluation. The certification drive is being carried out in 80 CM Schools of Excellence, 325 block-level Adarsh Vidyalayas and 345 PM Shri Vidyalayas operating across the state.
Students were allotted 90 minutes for the assessment, followed by a 90-minute qualitative survey of the schools based on various educational and infrastructural standards.
Key focus areas for school certification included student learning outcomes, 75% attendance, functioning of libraries and laboratories, sports facilities, water and sanitation, teaching-learning processes, community participation, school management committee involvement, student leadership, school development plans, inclusivity, nutrition, safety and overall cleanliness.
The certification process will continue till May 7.
On May 6, students of Class IV to VIII will appear for assessments in Hindi, English and maths, while school surveys will also be conducted.
The final day will witness assessments for students of Class VIII, X and XII.
State project director of JEPC Shashi Ranjan said, "The initiative marks a significant move towards enhancing the quality of education in govt schools across the state. By systematically assessing both student performance and school infrastructure through school certification, the govt aims to identify strengths and areas for improvement."
