Teachers throughout the country returned to school from yesterday (29) as part of the first phase of reopening schools that were shut for more than three months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Schools throughout the country were closed down from March 13 and given extended holidays due to the outbreak.
With the government notifying teachers and non-academic staff to report to work from June 29 in preparation to open schools for students, schools throughout the country, there was heightened activity at schools from last morning.
Teachers started off by marking their attendance after coming back to school. Principals then held meetings with the staff to brief them on what needs to be done to ensure a safe environment for students and staff alike once schools fully reopen.
Text and Pix by Hiran Priyankara Jayasinghe in Puttalam
Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte passed away today while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo, his family said. He was 57. Recently, he was admitted to hospital following an illness.
Among the top news stories reported today were the passing away of former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, questioning of NPP Leader Wimal Weerawansa by the CID over the remarks he made about the Easter Sunday attack investigations and a protest march held in Borella calling an end to Israel’s continued bombardment of Gaza.
Two persons reportedly involved in the murder of a resident in Peradeniya following a dispute over a chocolate worth 10 cents has been remanded by the Magistrate when Peradeniya Police produced them in court.
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