Key Takeaways
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Elementary and Secondary Education Department has issued a clarification.
- A social media post claiming schools would close on Fridays and Saturdays is fake.
- The department advises students, parents, and teachers to disregard the false information.
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department has issued a statement to clarify a false notification that has been circulating on social media. The document, which claims that all public and private educational institutions under the department would close on Fridays and Saturdays for two months due to fuel conservation measures, is fake, according to the department.
The department shared the clarification after the document appeared on social media, causing confusion among students, parents, and teachers about potential changes to the weekly school schedule. The fake notification also suggests that school heads could continue with home schooling and online teaching where possible.
In a statement, the department has rejected the circulating document and advised all concerned to disregard the false information. The department emphasized that the regular school schedule remains unchanged and that students should continue their studies as usual.
The department has urged the public to verify information through official channels and to avoid spreading unverified information on social media. This clarification comes at a time when many parents and students are concerned about the impact of potential changes on their academic progress.
The Elementary and Secondary Education Department has taken steps to ensure that the public is not misled by such false notifications. The department has advised that any changes to the school schedule will be communicated through official channels and will be subject to approval by the relevant authorities.
The department has also highlighted the importance of maintaining a consistent and reliable school schedule to ensure that students can continue their education without disruption. The department has assured that any measures to conserve fuel will be implemented in a manner that does not affect the academic calendar.
The fake notification has caused unnecessary panic among students and parents, leading to questions about the reliability of information available on social media. The department has emphasized the need for the public to rely on official sources for accurate information.
The department has also provided guidance on how to verify information. It has advised the public to check official websites and social media accounts of the department for any updates or announcements. The department has also encouraged the public to report any false information to the relevant authorities.
