JTA Demands Seat at School Closure Table | Jamaica News

Jamaica’s teachers are sounding the alarm as at least ten schools face closure or merger this term—with unions saying they’ve been left out of critical decisions. La Sonja Harrison, head of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association, warns that without proper consultation, educators are being sidelined, especially as students from rural schools like Cairn Curran and Chantilly are set to relocate. The National Education Trust had flagged these schools after hurricane damage, but now educators fear the changes will leave them worse off. Harrison also highlights the Hydel-Cumberland high school merger in St. Catherine, stressing the need for teacher input to protect their rights. While Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon admits repairs are lagging, she promises stronger schools ahead. Still, the JTA insists on meaningful dialogue—calling on decision-makers to include educators in shaping the future of Jamaican education. 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/a8623de1b93b2ac4