As the curtains fall on the 2023 edition of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), a new chapter in the lives of thousands of young minds is about to unfold.
The eagerly anticipated Senior High School (SHS) Selection exercise is right around the corner, and it is an essential step in shaping the educational journey of our future leaders. The Ministry in charge of education has taken the initiative to ensure that this process is as smooth and transparent as possible.
In a bid to guide and enlighten both parents and candidates, the Ministry has meticulously crafted a comprehensive sensitization brochure. This invaluable resource serves as a beacon of light, illuminating the path towards making informed decisions during the school selection exercise.
With the 2023 SHS Selection season upon us, it is crucial to understand the do’s and don’ts that will pave the way for a successful and fulfilling educational journey.
In this post, we will take a look at the Ministry’s guidelines as outlined on pages 7 and 8 of the sensitization brochure. We will explore what it takes to make the right choices for your future, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure that you are well-prepared to embark on the next phase of your academic adventure.
Download the PDF of the Senior High School selection sensitization brochure HERE.
Do’s of 2023/2024 school selection
- Ensure you pay close attention to ALL of your school choices
- Ensure that the schools are in order of preference from your first priority to the least priority
- Ensure that your compulsory Day option is within your catchment area where you can conveniently commute.
- Ensure that as a parent/guardian you take active interest in your child/ward’s school choices.
- Ensure that you consult your child/ward’s teacher to obtain a realistic prospect of the child’s chances of gaining admission to a particular school.
- In the case of Technical Programmes, ensure that you consult the school register to verify that the schools you select offer your desired programmes.
Don’ts of 2023/2024 school selection
- Do not outsource school choices to someone without your express involvement.
- Do not leave school choices to an internet café attendant in the case of self-placement.
- Do not assume that you can choose a school as a Day Student and switch to Boarding upon admission
- Do not assume that you can choose a ‘less competitive’ Programme at a school and switch to a ‘more competitive’ one upon admission.
- Do not choose schools based on where your friends are going or what programmes they want to read.
Source: GESHub.org
