BY INDY MAEALASIA

Minister of Education and Human Resource Development (MEHRD), Tozen Leokana says government has recognized the need to strengthen school leadership.  

Speaking at the national Principal Conference yesterday, he assured that the government is committed to investing strategically in leadership training, teacher qualifications and professional development.

Leokana also took the opportunity to acknowledge the immense support of stakeholders.

He said he is encouraged to know that successive governments through the education ministry with the support of development partners have continued to make significant strides in strengthening school leadership.

Leokana stressed that in the past, an estimated 1,000 teachers have completed the IOE or the USP General Certificate in Educational Leadership Qualifications.

He added that this is a milestone and one in equipping our educators with the competence needed to lead and manage our schools effectively.

The education minister further acknowledged the critical role the University of the South Pacific (USP) and Solomon Islands National University (SINU) played in training previously unqualified and uncertified teachers.

“As a result, there has been a notable increase in the number of qualified and certified teachers that are currently now entering our workforce.”

Minister Leokana also emphasized the importance of continuing professional development, supported by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE).

He said GPE is further driving this agenda by focusing on the professionalization of school management.

“This includes setting a clearer expectation for school leadership, strengthening accountability systems and supporting principals with structured learning pathways and performance-based development.”

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