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Drastic rise in teacher, student numbers-by Dinuli Francisco Source:Dailynews A higher principal, teacher and student turnout was reported with the reopening of the primary sections of all Government schools islandwide after several months of closure due to COVID-19. Education Ministry Secretary Professor Kapila Perera speaking to the Daily News, said that a higher percentage of principals, teachers and students was reported. Accordingly, 906 schools were reopened in the Northern Province, and the attendance of 97% of principals, 85% of teachers, and 56% of students was reported. In the Southern Province, 979 schools were reopened with 97% of principals,  89% of teachers, and 39% of students coming to schools. Additionally, 1,360 schools were reopened in the Central Province, and 77% of principals, 86% of teachers, and 46% of students were reported to have attended. In the Sabaragamuwa Province, 978 schools were reopened, and 97% of principals, 86% of teachers and 99.8% of ...