Kericho: Kericho County Director of Education (CDE) Julius Ngoneshi has underscored the importance of Competency-Based Education (CBE) in shaping responsible and all-rounded citizens. He said the education reform is central to building a united, value-driven society.
According to Kenya News Agency, Ngoneshi, speaking at the inaugural ACK Diocesan Education Day held at the Anglican Church Kericho, noted that CBE goes beyond academic instruction and places strong emphasis on national values, collaboration, and moral development. The event brought together teachers, students, parents, and education stakeholders from across the Anglican Diocese of Kericho, including Bomet and Narok counties.
Ngoneshi emphasized that the transition from the 8-4-4 system to CBE is aimed at producing citizens who are more responsive to the needs of the nation and society at large. He highlighted that the CBE approach is not just about content; it is about building a learner who is emotionally, socially, and intellectually competent. The model integrates curriculum, infrastructure, assessment, and human resources into a unified system that supports learner development.
He praised the Anglican Church, particularly the Kericho Diocese, for aligning its mission with the core principles of CBE, including moral integrity, service, collaboration, and patriotism. Ngoneshi commended ACK schools within Kericho, Bomet, and Narok counties for their commendable performances in co-curricular activities, particularly during the national music festivals, and urged school administrators to maintain professionalism and integrity.
On his part, ACK Kericho Diocese Bishop Ernest Ngeno reiterated the church's commitment to supporting the CBE vision, revealing that the diocese currently runs 18 schools and intends to expand its footprint in the region. Ngoneshi called on learners to internalize the knowledge and skills imparted through CBE and use them to shape their future positively, pledging the Ministry's continued cooperation with faith-based institutions in delivering transformative education.