Building Back Stronger After Hurricane Melissa | Jamaica News

After Hurricane Melissa, the Ministry of Education is not just rebuilding schools—it’s building them smarter, tougher, and more resilient against future storms and droughts. Solar power, rainwater harvesting, and upgraded infrastructure are being rolled out across impacted areas. Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon is personally overseeing the process with surprise inspections and strict contractor oversight to ensure accountability and speed. While some repairs take longer, the long-term payoff for student safety and learning is worth it. Schools are also getting new furniture and nearly $700 million in books—principals are now responsible for protecting these resources, especially in rental programs. The ministry has gained invaluable lessons in managing large-scale recovery efforts, setting the stage for faster, smarter responses to future crises. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/88d2a2a3f2a937e4