Schools Reopen Amid Repair Chaos | Trinidad and Tobago News

Seven hundred seventy-seven schools across Trinidad and Tobago reopened for the new academic year, but teachers’ union TTUTA is giving the start a dismal 6-7 out of 10—citing major infrastructure failures at three key schools. Gloster Lodge Moravian Primary couldn’t open Monday due to structural issues, St Hilda’s Government Primary stayed shut as teachers refused entry over bat infestations, and San Fernando Seventh-day Adventist Primary reopened after cleaning—but only after staff demanded written proof of safety. TTUTA president Crystal Ashe slammed the Ministry of Education for rushed, last-minute repairs and poor oversight, noting maintenance crews were still scrambling on opening day. He accused the ministry of ignoring warnings from principals weeks or months prior. Parents and teachers alike are frustrated by the slow pace this year compared to last, when nearly 270 schools were fixed ahead of schedule—this time, many remain in disrepair. 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/6e6bd70a8cb33da1