THE Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programme is a valuable tool designed to enhance educators` skills and methodologies, ultimately benefiting their students. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), unfortunately, CPD is generally dismissed by the teachers as mere time-wasting exercises. The fact is that CPD plays a crucial role in fostering effective teaching practices.

The provincial education department needs dedicated teachers committed to their professional growth. Unfortunately, some seasoned teachers cling to outdated methodologies, using them as an excuse to resist change and improvement. Such attitudes hinder not only their own development, but also the potential of the studentsthey teach.

The KP government is investing significantly in CPD programmes with the aim of elevating teaching standards.

Yet, there are teachers who continue tomake excuses instead of embracing the opportunity to learn so that they may help the learners. Such an approach is detrimental to the cause of professionalism and, indeed, to the future of their students.

To nurture future leaders, we must first commit to improving ourselves as educators. By actively engaging in CPD, we can cultivate an environment that fosters learning, adaptability, and excellence among our students. Only then can we expect them to thrive and lead in the future.

Asad Ali Khan Buner