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In a heartfelt plea, pupils of Paul School for the Blind, the only institution of its kind in the Southern Region of Sierra Leone, have called upon concerned authorities to replace their Matron, citing allegations of maltreatment and negligence.
For a quarter of a century, the Paul School for the Blind has been a beacon of hope and learning for visually impaired children across the Southern Region. However, the recent complaints against the Matron have cast a shadow over their educational sanctuary.
Several students expressed their distress, with one student saying, “I don’t even want to hear her voice because it pains my heart due to her maltreatment. She doesn’t even perform her duties as a Matron.” The students allege that the Matron’s actions have created an uncomfortable environment, hindering their education and well-being.
Head of the School, Mohamed S. Conteh, affirmed the gravity of the situation, stating that he had alerted the relevant authorities about the issue. Despite efforts to contact the Matron for her response, all attempts have been in vain, leaving the students’ grievances unresolved.
Life within the school compound, which should be a nurturing environment for these visually impaired students, has become an uphill battle due to the alleged mistreatment. This hostile atmosphere has had a detrimental impact on their education, prompting them to call on civil society and other concerned authorities to intervene.
The students, who view the school as a home of hope and happiness, now wait with bated breath for the concerned authorities to address their concerns, ensuring that their education can continue in a supportive and caring environment.
The community and supporters of the school are hopeful that the necessary actions will be taken promptly, allowing these resilient students to regain their sense of security and focus on their studies without fear or discomfort.
