BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
ONGOING bad weather conditions have forced schools in Gizo to postpone the official opening of the 2026 academic year.
Gizo primary and secondary schools were scheduled to begin classes this week; however, persistent bad weather has disrupted preparations and delayed the start of lessons.
Principal of Gizo Secondary School, Richard Hiva said school registration was supposed to be completed last week, but only a few parents were able to turn up due to the unfavourable weather.
He said late registration will continue throughout this week to allow other parents the opportunity to register their children.
“Like many schools in Western Province, the ongoing bad weather continues to disturb our academic year.
“We hope the weather will get better in the coming days,” Hiva said.
He said classes are now expected to begin next week and urged students to make every effort to attend school from Monday.
Hiva also called on teachers to report to their schools as soon as possible to ensure a smooth start to the academic year once weather conditions improve.
