The Ghana Education Service (GES) has addressed public discussions surrounding its internal circular titled “Management Reinforces Respect for Administrative Structures and Professional Conduct” (Ref: GES/DD-G/Q&A/26/134), issued to all Regional Directors of Education.

In a post shared on Facebook on Friday, March 13, GES management emphasised that the circular does not restrict teachers from expressing their views or concerns, nor does it undermine their constitutional rights, including the right to peaceful demonstrations.

“Teachers, like all citizens, are entitled to lawful expression, including engaging their unions and participating in legitimate advocacy,” the Service stated.

Purpose of the Circular

Management clarified that the circular was issued to reaffirm the long-standing administrative structure of the Service, which has guided its operations for decades.

According to the statement, the structure ensures that concerns raised at the school level are addressed through established channels.

“Under this established process, concerns originating at the school level are first addressed by the Head of School. Where necessary, such matters are escalated to the District Directorate, then to the Regional Directorate, and subsequently to the Headquarters,” the statement explained.

GES stressed that the hierarchical system is designed to ensure efficiency and fairness in addressing issues across the Service.

“This hierarchical structure exists to ensure that issues are handled efficiently, fairly, and with the appropriate context at each level of the Service,” it added.

Assurance to Staff and Stakeholders

The Service also reassured staff, unions and other stakeholders that concerns relating to arrears, salaries and recruitment are being addressed with urgency.

GES indicated that updates on these matters would be communicated in the coming days.

Management further called for calm and professionalism across the Service while encouraging constructive engagement through the appropriate administrative channels.

“In this light, Management calls for calm and continued professionalism across the Service, while constructive engagements through the appropriate channels remain encouraged,” the statement concluded