Buliisa District Deputy Speaker, Hon. Florence Acen, has called on parents to take an active role in guiding their children during the second-term school holidays. Speaking in Alur Sub-county, she emphasized the importance of parental involvement in counseling children on the value of education and warned against allowing them to succumb to peer pressure, which could negatively affect their future.
Acen on parents in ALur
Hon. Acen urged parents to ensure that children participate in appropriate home activities and avoid engaging in unsuitable labor. She further encouraged parents to support their children in creating revision timetables to maintain their studies during the holiday period.
Acen on Children in ALur
Her remarks underline the critical role of parents in shaping responsible and focused students, ensuring that the break is both safe and productive.