November 15, 2016
Young People Take on Pivotal Issues
JIS: The National Youth Parliament of Jamaica (NYPJ) reconvened yesterday (November 14) with more than 70 young people debating issues that impact their development. The youngsters, drawn from various areas of national…
November 15, 2016
Cabinet to Consider Proposal For District Constables at Transport Centre
JIS: Cabinet is to consider a proposal to engage 25 District Constables for the maintenance of public order, particularly at the Half-Way-Tree Transport Centre. Director of Safety and Security in Schools, Assistant…
November 10, 2016
Education Ministry Explores Wellness Programme for Teachers
JIS: The Ministry of Education, Youth and Information is looking to start a Staff Wellness Programme for teachers and school administrators, following preliminary discussions with the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA). Portfolio Minister,…
November 8, 2016
Countries In Region Urged to Adopt Licensing System for Teachers
JIS: Countries in the region are being urged to adopt a licensing system for teachers as a means of branding education and making educators globally competitive. Making the call, Senior Advisor at…
November 7, 2016
Special bus service for students, increased patrols along targeted corridors
Minister of Education, Senator Ruel Reid has announced a number of safety and security initiatives as the nation tries to grapple with a spate of recent attacks on students. Starting today,…