Murang'a High School principal Willy Kuria is on the spot for asking parents for Ksh40,000 contribution for the construction of a swimming pool.
Most parents stated that the amount was more than they could afford and they were afraid that their children would be kicked out of school if they failed to pay.
They also revealed that the institution lacked proper accountability for the money which is paid to a separate account and had been asked to sign a commitment form
"We are often asked when we will settle the debt and it is a lot of money. We are given an account number where we deposit money but we never get receipts," stated one parent.
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Mr Kuria was, however, unfazed by the complains revealing that he would ensure the parents pay the cash as they had agreed.
"I will ensure they pay the Ksh40,000...they agreed during the AGM to have the cards printed, some collected money and did not bring," he was quoted by NTV.
The school is set to hold a fundraising event on April 6, 2018, and DP William Ruto is expected to be the guest of honour.
"I don't want to jeopardise the DP's harambee. They have the cards to borrow from the public," added the principal.
However, reports indicate that the administration rescinded the decision to force parents pay the money after public uproar.
The school's administration on Friday clarified that the April fundraiser will be voluntary.
It is alleged that in 2015 parents were also asked to give Ksh30,000 towards building a new tuition block.
Earlier this month, State House Girls, Nairobi, generated a buzz on social media after asking parents to sponsor their kids for a trip to Dubai.
A source from the school revealed that students who wished to participate would have to part with Sh100,000 for the trip to the United Arab Emirates later this year and that the amount will cater for air tickets, airport transfers and accommodation.
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