JTA concerned about safety in schools

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) is raising concerns about the safety and security of students and teachers amid ongoing construction activities at several schools while classes are in session.

According to a release from the JTA, the association conducted school tours, particularly in western Jamaica, and observed ongoing construction on campuses. It said the activities have raised significant concerns about the safety and security of students and teachers.

JTA President La Sonja Harrison said she believed some improvements may have been made, noting that the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information had dispatched safety and security education officers and building officers to conduct assessments.