{"id":16420,"date":"2024-02-12T19:52:54","date_gmt":"2024-02-12T19:52:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/?p=16420"},"modified":"2024-02-12T19:52:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-12T19:52:55","slug":"ministry-of-education-improves-school-supplies-cash-grant-distribution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/ministry-of-education-improves-school-supplies-cash-grant-distribution\/","title":{"rendered":"Ministry of Education Improves School Supplies Cash Grant Distribution"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"fb-root\"><\/div>\n\n<p><strong><em>By Tracy Ramalho<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In an effort to enhance the effectiveness of the school supplies cash grant program, the Ministry of Education has implemented several improvements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Distribution of the cash grant commenced as scheduled, with detailed plans for disbursement across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, a total of $1.8 billion will be disbursed to schools nationwide to cover expenses for the Easter and May\/June Terms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the program, teachers on the coastland will receive $4,500 per student per term, while those in the hinterland will receive $5,500 per student per term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Minister Manickchand provided a breakdown of the disbursement, explaining that for nursery and primary schools along the coast, teachers will receive $3,500 per student, with $1,000 allocated to the school\u2019s administrative department for common area expenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Tracy-MOE-Cash-Grant-1.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Monies for secondary schools will be given to Heads of Department, who will consult with their teachers to determine the required items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One significant improvement made to the program&#8217;s implementation is the flexibility in purchasing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now operating under the line of subvention and grants, the program allows for more flexibility in what teachers can purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Tracy-MOE-Cash-Grant-2.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Minister Manickchand highlighted these changes, emphasizing the need for transparency. Teachers are still required to present receipts for their purchases to ensure accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Distribution of the grant began at the Anna Regina Secondary School and Abram Zuil Secondary School, with auditors present to ensure transparency and accountability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Minister Manickchand noted challenges with school bank accounts, expressing hope for improvement by September to streamline the grant transfer process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This initiative underscores the government&#8217;s commitment to supporting education and providing resources to enhance learning environments across the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With these enhancements, the Ministry of Education aims to facilitate a more efficient and transparent distribution process for the benefit of educators and students alike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Tracy Ramalho In an effort to enhance the effectiveness of the school supplies cash grant program, the Ministry of Education has implemented several improvements. 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