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WITH schools opening for the third term last week, calls have been made for effective measures to be put in place to curb bullying in learning institutions as cases have become rampant.
Bullying at school involves physical, emotional, psychological and verbal aggression among learners and this negatively affects their academic performance.
In an interview, Manicaland Provincial Education Director Mr Edward Shumba said sustained and collective efforts are critical in the promotion of safe learning spaces at schools.
He said the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has trained teachers in guidance and counselling in order to help cultivate and promote the personal, social and educational development of learners.
“We have had reported cases of bullying as well as drug and substance abuse in schools. As the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, we have trained teachers in guidance and counselling to help prevent these vices from finding a place in our schools. We are also encouraging parents and guardians to monitor their children and ensure that they attend school and all lessons,” said Mr Shumba.
He said reporting all cases of bullying is one way of tackling and ending the scourge, urging stakeholders to play a role.
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