Education Ministry reports successful first week of school

On Saturday, following an award ceremony at The Alexandra School, Chief Education Officer Dr Ramona Archer-Bradshaw said it was smooth sailing.

“Things went very well. For the first week the student seemed very excited to be back at school. The teachers also were happy to be at school and I want to thank the principals for the work that they have done in ensuring that the teachers and other members of staff as well as the students were ready,” Archer-Bradshaw said.

“I have high hopes for all of our students as we go through this academic year. And as we continue to work with our partners, I’m sure that all of the students will be able to fulfil their potential.”

Last Thursday during a press conference, Acting Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw announced that wearing masks was optional effective the following day.

However, she said masks must be worn on public transportation, in schools, medical facilities and in daycare institutions.

Archer-Bradshaw reminded parents that the ministry would be reviewing the mask mandate in school.

“The students are required to wear their masks indoors. Outdoors, the mask wearing is optional. As we had said at the press conference, there will be a review after two weeks, and I’m sure that at that time we will get back to the members of the public to let them know exactly what the position will be moving forward,” she said. (SZB)