Maranda High School Resumes with Tough New Rules
Maranda High School in Siaya County is set to welcome back its Form Four students this weekend after weeks of uncertainty triggered by disruptive unrest.
The institution, known for its strong academic reputation, had been closed indefinitely as authorities worked to restore calm and address the underlying tensions. School leaders have emphasized that the return will not be business as usual, introducing firm measures designed to promote accountability and prevent future disturbances while allowing candidates to prepare for their critical national examinations.
The reopening will follow a carefully structured two-day schedule on June 5 and 6, with all students expected to arrive by 10 a.m. accompanied by a parent or guardian. This requirement aims to ensure direct parental involvement and reinforce a sense of shared responsibility between families and the school. Officials hope this supervised process will help reestablish order and allow students to settle back into their studies smoothly after the disruption.
Financial obligations form a core part of the readmission conditions. Parents must settle any outstanding school fees in full and contribute a mandatory restitution fee of Ksh 2,695 per student to help cover damages from the unrest. These steps underscore the administration’s commitment to repairing both the physical infrastructure and the disciplinary standards that define the school’s environment.
Special arrangements have been made for the 192 Form Four students whose dormitory, Owino B, suffered significant destruction. The school will provide replacement uniforms, shoes, mattresses, blankets, and bedsheets, while parents only need to bring basic personal items and any destroyed metal boxes. This support package reflects a balanced approach—holding students accountable while offering practical help to those most affected by the chaos.
