Table 1: Revised Training Timeline
| Date | Venue | Activity | Mode | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th – 11th April | KISE | Training of Master Trainers | Face-to-Face | TSC, KICD, KNEC, KEMI, CEMASTEA, MOE, KISE, and TTC representatives. |
| 15th – 17th April | County-selected venues | Training of TOTs (Regular & SNE) | Face-to-Face | TOTs from CSOs, Teacher Educators (TTCs), QAS, TSC SCDs, and Junior School teachers. |
| 18th April | County | Compilation of TOTs Training Reports | Face-to-Face | Master Trainers |
| 19th April | County/Sub-County | Sub-County & Zonal Training Coordination | Face-to-Face | Master Trainers, TOTs, and County Directors |
| 22nd – 25th April | County-selected venues | Retooling of JS Teachers (Clustered by Subject) | Face-to-Face | Teachers of Languages, Science, Math, Humanities, and Technical Subjects. |
Key Takeaways for Teachers & Stakeholders
- Master Trainers Kick Off First (9th – 11th April)
- The training begins at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE).
- Participants include officials from TSC, KICD, KNEC, KEMI, CEMASTEA, MOE, and TTCs.
- TOTs Training (15th – 17th April)
- Conducted at county-selected venues.
- Targets Teacher Educators, Quality Assurance Officers (QAS), and TSC Sub-County Directors (SCDs).
- Easter Break Adjustment
- No training on 18th (Good Friday) and 21st April (Easter Monday).
- Instead, 18th April will be used for report compilation, while 19th April focuses on coordination meetings.
- JS Teacher Retooling (22nd – 25th April)
- Teachers will be grouped by subject clusters (Languages, Sciences, Math, etc.).
- Both Regular and Special Needs Education (SNE) teachers will participate.
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What This Means for Junior School Teachers
If you were employed in November or December 2024, this training is mandatory. The retooling ensures you’re fully equipped to deliver the CBC effectively.
Key Subjects Covered:
- Languages (English, Kiswahili, Indigenous Languages)
- Sciences (Integrated Science)
- Mathematics
- Humanities (Social Studies, Religious Education)
- Technical Subjects (Agriculture, Home Science, Computer Science)