Kabale Woman MP Atwakiire Calls for Vigilance in Parenting During School Holiday

Summary:

• MP Atwakiire cautioned that the long holiday often exposes children to risks such as peer pressure and drug abuse, which can have detrimental effects on their development.

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KABALE: The Kabale District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Catheline Atwakiire Ndamira, has called on parents to prioritize effective parenting during the long school holiday, urging them to ensure their children remain in safe and secure environments.

Hon. Atwakiire’s message was delivered by her Political Assistant, Alex Akampurira, during celebrations marking 17 years of Kigezi Bright Future Nursery and Primary School. The event was held on Friday at the school premises in Ryakarimira Town Council, Kabale District. During the ceremony, 27 pupils from the top class were awarded certificates for completing the nursery section.

In her message, Hon. Atwakiire cautioned that the long holiday often exposes children to risks such as peer pressure and drug abuse, which can have detrimental effects on their development.

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Meanwhile, Peace Ruzaza, the head teacher of Seseme Girls Secondary School in Kisoro Municipality, has warned Senior Six leavers against engaging in harmful activities such as consuming opium during their vacation.

Ruzaza emphasized the importance of both parents and community leaders in guiding and protecting children during this period. She encouraged parents to involve their children in domestic chores to foster responsibility and strengthen family bonds.

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