Schools Not Ready When Teachers Arrive | Barbados News

Teachers are stepping into classrooms still under construction — dust, fumes, and unfinished repairs forcing educators to move furniture and set up lessons amid hazards. The Barbados Union of Teachers is demanding earlier summer maintenance starts to ensure schools are truly ready for the new academic year, not just open. With reports of unfinished work at key schools like Wesley Hall Juniors, Hilda Skeene, and Arthur Smith — even including mysterious droppings in a cupboard — the union insists safety and preparation must come before the first bell rings. While praising government efforts, they’re calling for smarter scheduling to prevent rushed, unsafe fixes and guarantee every school is fully functional for learning. 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/64b133e7b8f8d3aa