High school educators dominate list as commission demands explanations.
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has issued show-cause letters to 34,000 teachers for failing to complete their Term 1 2025 Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development (TPAD) records.
Sources reveal that a majority of those flagged are from secondary schools, raising concerns over compliance in high schools compared to primary institutions. The TSC has given the educators 14 days to respond or risk disciplinary action, including possible dismissal.
Why TPAD Compliance Matters
TPAD is a mandatory tool used to evaluate teachers’ performance, track professional growth, and determine promotions. Failure to submit records suggests negligence, which the TSC says undermines quality education delivery.
Teachers React
Some educators claim technical hitches and heavy workloads hindered submissions, while others admit oversight. Unions urge the TSC to consider extending deadlines before taking punitive measures.
What Next?
If teachers fail to justify their lapse, the TSC may impose sanctions ranging from salary stoppages to termination. The move signals a crackdown on laxity as the commission tightens accountability.
Will affected teachers beat the deadline, or will mass suspensions follow? The education sector watches closely.
