Minister says sorry to teachers

The Minister for Education publicly apologised to head teachers for any shortcom­ings by the ministry in meeting their needs and expectations.

Addressing the Fiji Head Teach­ers Association's conference at the Sheraton Hotel in Denarau, Nadi, yesterday, Aseri Radrodro said the ministry recognised that requests and concerns from schools have not always been resolved in a timely manner.

He took the opportunity to extend an apology on behalf of the min­istry, assuring school leaders that their efforts and chal­lenges have not gone unnoticed.

"I wish to sincere­ly apologise if we have, in any way, failed to fully satisfy your expectations from the respective schools you lead and serve," Mr Radrodro said.

"Your requests may not always have been addressed on time, but today we gather to reaffirm our sup­port for you as leaders and innova­tors in education," he said.

He said Government was com­mitted to addressing these gaps by strengthening teacher training, up­grading facilities, improving access to digital learning, and ensuring fair career progression for teachers.

He reminded the conference that teachers played a central role in shaping communities and building national progress.

"You hold the power to transform schools and communities. Every decision you make as school leaders contributes to shaping the future of our nation," he said.

The minister reassured educators that their leadership and dedica­tion remain vital and pledged the government's continued support in ensuring no child is left behind.