Rawalpindi: The Punjab School Education Department has formally issued an official notification announcing the new operating hours for all government schools across the province.
The revised schedule will come into effect from January 19 and will continue to apply until April 15. The important step has been taken to counter prevailing severe cold weather and prolonged fog, which have collectively hampered the school’s affairs.
Earlier, a one-week extension of winter vacations was granted. According to the notification, for schools operating on a single shift, classes will run from 10:00 in the morning until 2:15 in the afternoon from Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, the school day will be shorter, with classes concluding at 12:30 noon.
For double-shift schools, the morning shift will take place till 2:00 p.m., while the afternoon shift will begin at 2:15 p.m. and continue until 4:45 p.m. The notification further elaborated that teachers are required to attend school on alternate Saturdays as well.
These additional working days are dedicated to curriculum preparation, participation in training sessions, and engagement in Continuous Professional Development activities aimed at strengthening teaching practices.
According to the School Education Department, the primary purpose behind introducing these adjusted timings is to create a more balanced and effective learning environment for students, particularly considering the winter weather conditions.
