KINGSTON, Jamaica, CMC – The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information (MOESYI) has ordered an “immediate investigation” after a disturbing video has emerged showing students in school uniform violently physically assaulting a fellow student at what appears to be a prominent corporate area high school.
“The Ministry categorically condemns this extremely violent action and reaffirms its zero-tolerance position on bullying and violence in all educational institutions across Jamaica. Student safety remains the Ministry’s paramount concern, and swift action is being taken to address this serious incident,” the Ministry said in a statement without naming the school or when the incident occurred.
It said it is deploying specialized teams to the school involved to meet with administration and students as part of the ongoing investigation.
The Ministry said it is also working diligently with the school’s leadership to identify all parties involved to ensure appropriate disciplinary and corrective measures are implemented.
“This disturbing incident represents everything we stand against in our education system,” said Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon, adding that “violence and bullying have no place in our schools, and we will use every resource at our disposal to ensure those responsible face appropriate consequences.
“We are committed to creating safe learning environments where every student can thrive without fear. The Ministry is calling on parents, guardians, and community members to join us in taking an active role in preventing such incidents by reporting any knowledge of bullying through the appropriate and responsible channels to seek redress and militate against this scourge. Early intervention and community cooperation are essential in maintaining safe school environments,” Morris Dixon added.
Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth, and Information, Marlon Morgan, along with Richard Troupe, Director for Safety and Security in Schools, and regional team members, will be visiting the affected school to assist with the matter and provide therapeutic support as needed.
“The Ministry assures the public that the matter will be dealt with and that all key stakeholders remain steadfast in our commitment to maintaining a safe and resilient education system that protects all students<‘ the statement said, promising further updates as the investigation progresses.
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