Learners’ Involvement in Preparation of School Rules and Regulations and its effect on Management of Discipline in Nyando Sub-County, Kisumu County Kenya

Omija Petronila Akech, Dr.George Areba Ngwacho & Dr. Benard Nyatuka
Kisii University
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Abstract: Discipline in Kenya has been a subject of concern due to frequent unrest, burning and closure of several schools. This research aimed to establish the influence of school rules and regulations on management of learners’ discipline in secondary schools in Nyando Sub County. The following objective steered this research; to examine the extent of learners’ involvement in preparation of school rules and regulations and its effect in management of discipline in Nyando Sub- County. This research adopted Bandura’s (1997) Social Learning Theory. Descriptive survey design was used. The study targeted 45 principals, 45 deputy principals, 372 class teachers, and 12784 learners. Taro Yamane’s formula was used to get a sample of 40 principals, 40 deputy principals, 193 class teachers, and 388 learners. Research instruments were questionnaires, interview schedules, and document analysis. Data was analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22 and thematically. Quantitative data was presented by use of percentages, frequencies, graphs, and pie charts. The study findings demonstrated that learners are involved in preparing rules and regulations to a low extent. However, learners are not involved during implementation stage. The study recommended that; school prefects be empowered to implement school rules and regulations on other students. The ministry of education should review guidelines that bound teachers in managing discipline of learners. The study will contribute to sound discipline strategies in management of discipline in schools.