Education Dept draws plans to re-enrol dropout students

In a step to re-engage school dropouts, the Education Department will focus on long-term dropout students and re-enrol them in the new academic session. As part of the initiative, volunteers have been trained to conduct special workshops for these students.

The authorities claim that after completing the bridge course, the students will be placed in age-appropriate classes, ensuring their smooth transition back into mainstream education.

The department had conducted a district-wise survey last month under the Right to Education Act, identifying 588 dropouts. Among them, 317 students had discontinued studies for a short duration or mid of the current academic session.

As many as 271 students were long-term dropouts. The department has taken proactive measures by reaching out to their families and encouraging their re-enrolment. “As a result of these efforts, 317 students have been re-enrolled. The long-term dropout students will be admitted in the next academic session through bridge courses conducted at special training centres," said Jyotsana Mishra, Deputy District Education Officer.

The students identified in the survey belong to different age groups and were studying in various classes. The primary reason for dropping out has been linked to migration, as a significant number of students belong to families of migrant labourers who frequently relocate within the district.

Special attention is being given to provide necessary support and resources to such students with bridge courses, for which the department has started eight centres across the district.

"Concerted efforts will continue to ensure that all students receive their right to education, with a focus on providing support and resources to migrant families to facilitate uninterrupted schooling for their children," she added.