Jamaica News » Kingston News Jamaica » Kingston » Education: Education Ministry probing reports that students exposed to sex by people in school shelters
The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information says it is investigating reports that students are being exposed to sex by Hurricane Melissa victims who are still sheltering in some schools.
News Jamaica » Kingston » Education: Jamaica education minister proposes giving teachers limited police powers
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Faced with rising violence in schools, Jamaica's education chief is suggesting an unusual approach: turn teachers into cops. Teachers would be invited to become district constables ...
News Jamaica » Kingston » Education: Commentary: Structural inequality undermines Jamaica’s schools
Despite strong teacher appraisals, Jamaica’s education system remains crippled by deep structural failures. According to the Jamaica Teachers’ Association, 93 percent of the nation’s teachers are ...
News Jamaica » Kingston » Education: Faith, football, and education unite in youth camp in Jamaica
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A youth football camp in Kingston, Jamaica, brought together faith, football, and education last weekend. The camp was hosted by the NFL Players Association, among others. The ...