RAWALPINDI
\nThe Punjab School Education Department has formally issued an official notification announcing the new operating hours for all government schools across the province.
\nThe 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\u2019s affairs. Earlier, a one-week extensin of winter vacations was granted.
\nAccording 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.
\nOn Fridays, the school day will be shorter, with classes concluding at 12:30 noon.
\nFor double-shift schools, the morning shift will take place till 2:00 PM, while the afternoon shift will begin at 2:15 p.m. and continue until 4:45 p.m.
\nThe notification further elaborated that teachers are required to attend school on alternate Saturdays as well.
\nThese additional working days are dedicated to curriculum preparation, participation in training sessions, and engagement in Continuous Professional Development activities aimed at strengthening teaching practices.
\nAccording 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.
\nAt the same time, the changes provide teachers with structured opportunities to enhance their professional skills.
\nEducation authorities have called upon teachers, students, and parents to adhere strictly to the new timetable.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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