Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): At a Kindsheid Jesu meeting, director Werner Nevels proposed four options for the Sint-Quintinus school community. Parents, led by Kristin Adriaensen, expressed disappointment and safety concerns. Another meeting is on 14th November.
On the 13th of November, the parent committee held a meeting for Kindsheid Jesu parents to discuss plans for the Sint-Quintinus school community. Werner Nevels, the school director, explained the school’s vision and shared four options for the future. These options include either bringing together the upper grades of different secondary schools at the Hast campus or creating separate schools for different subjects, which would divide the middle schools. The aim is to offer a better variety of study programs and help keep students from dropping out without finishing their education.
What concerns are parents raising about Sint-Quintinus school plans in Hasselt?
Parents who attended the meeting were unhappy with the school plans. Kristin Adriaensen, chair of the parent committee, said they feel disappointed and angry because they were involved too late. They believe the plans won’t improve education quality and are mostly about saving money. Parent Sam de Frene noted that focusing on size can make students feel lost. Adriaensen also expressed safety concerns, especially with traffic issues if all students are on one large campus at Hast.
The parent association organized a meeting to talk about plans for the Sint-Quintinus school group. This group includes parents, students, residents, and teachers, and they all need to share their opinions. Another meeting for parents is scheduled on the 14th of November at Virga Jessecollege. Some teachers attended the first meeting but felt it wasn’t the right time for them to speak. The Sint-Quintinus school group will make a decision based on the feedback they get on December 3, just before the exams begin.
