Africa-Press – Liberia. Monrovia — The Kids Educational Engagement Project (KEEP) has announced the completion and approval of Liberia’s first National Student Handbook, a landmark policy that defines students’ rights and responsibilities across the country’s school system. The document—mandated by the Ministry of Education—will be officially launched in the first quarter of 2026.
KEEP Executive Director Brenda Brewer Moore disclosed the development on Wednesday, calling it “a pivotal moment for inclusive and responsive education reform in Liberia.”
Earlier this year, KEEP Liberia was tasked by the Ministry of Education to spearhead the development of three major national education policies: the National Student Handbook, the School Administrators Handbook, and the National Reading Strategy.
Moore said the completion of the Student Handbook followed months of intensive, multilevel consultations with education stakeholders, including school systems, student representatives, the National Teachers Association of Liberia, the National Principals Association, and other key actors.
“We engaged communities across Liberia — PTAs, students, and local leaders — to ensure the voices of end users were fully reflected in the policy,” she said. “For KEEP Liberia, this represents a full 360-degree process: listening, integrating feedback, and now returning the policy to the schools and communities.”
The National Student Handbook is the first policy of its kind in Liberia, explicitly outlining student rights and obligations. It tackles sensitive issues such as corporal punishment, dress codes, and the rules governing suspensions, expulsions, and transfers.
Moore expressed gratitude to all partners who contributed to the project, with specific appreciation for Sona T. Sesay, Assistant Minister for the Bureau of Student Personnel Services, who oversaw the process.
“She demonstrated tenacity and leadership in ensuring this critical national document was completed,” Moore said.
As the country anticipates the 2026 rollout, KEEP plans a nationwide awareness campaign to educate students about their rights and responsibilities and support school administrators in implementing the new standards.
Moore also acknowledged the support of the Liberia National Students Union (LINSU), FAWE Liberia, NAPTANOL, NALSP, NTAL, U-Movement, the Catholic Education Secretariat, and the Methodist School System.
Special recognition was given to Amos Doe, KEEP’s Programs Coordinator, described as “the driving force behind all of the multiple consultations.”
The Kids Educational Engagement Project continues to work with the Ministry of Education as it advances additional policies aimed at strengthening education governance and learning outcomes across Liberia.
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