The two, Ogamba and Machogu, were vying on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party ticket but lost to ODM's Simba Arati.
CS Machogu said the ministry had allocated funds to the renovation of flood-damaged schools and the relocation of others to ensure uninterrupted learning.
Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu said the system will be a single source of truth and a one-stop shop for all information about learners and other critical aspects of education.
According to CS Machogu, the new directive classifies schools as independent audit units accountable to Parliament.
Machogu noted that the ministry has prescribed the maximum allowable fees to charge at each level so schools must "strictly adhere to prevailing policies and guidelines regarding illegal levies."
Machogu stated that the decision was made by the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms.
The ministry reiterated its May 24, 2024, memo, which instructed all county directors of education to communicate that the mid-term break would be on June 26–28.
The heavy rains and floods destroyed at least 62 primary schools nationwide, leaving over 15,000 children without a place to learn when schools reopened, according to an assessment by Save the Children and the Ministry of Education.
The ministry also plans to employ an additional 111,870 teachers to address the teacher shortage crisis.
Machogu said lack of funds poses a serious threat to the quality of education, particularly for students with severe disabilities
The lawmakers have urged the county chiefs to implement the tutor's scheme of service and provide additional budgets in what could be a windfall for the teachers.
Schools were to reopen for the second term on April 29 but the government put it off in the wake of heavy rainfall and devastating floods which have so far killed over 257 people.
For instance, Why Not Primary School in Mathare has reported that their toilets are submerged.
Machogu assured parents that transportation routes to schools are secure and learning materials lost to floods will be replaced.
CS Ezekiel Machogu directed parents to ensure that their children safely report to school on time.
At least 1,967 schools are reported to have been affected by the floods as reported by the Ministry of Interior on May 2, 2024.
Regular updates will be provided to keep the public informed on the progress and readiness of schools for the new term.
KPSA chairman Charles Ochome said the association is ready to work with the state to enhance educational opportunities.
With over 500 attendees expected, the event seeks to be a pivotal event in shaping the educational policies and initiatives.