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Education ministry renews call for violence-free schools

From Jamaica Observer · () English

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  • Jamaica’s Education Ministry urged schools to prevent violence and bullying as the 2026/27 academic year began.
  • Parliamentary Secretary Marlon Morgan told students to resolve disputes peacefully and report bullying to teachers or administrators.
  • The ministry said it continues to invest in school safety measures, including metal detectors and support for behavior change.

Jamaica’s Education Ministry has urged students, parents and school administrators to help keep schools free of violence and bullying as the 2026/27 academic year begins.

My wish for the school year is for there to be no loss of lives or incidents along those lines as it relates to school-related violence.

· Marlon MorganThe parliamentary secretary stated his priority for the new academic year.

Parliamentary Secretary Marlon Morgan made the appeal during a ceremony at Edward Seaga Primary School in Kingston. He urged students and staff to use conflict-resolution techniques and report bullying or disputes to an adult rather than taking matters into their own hands.

No parent throughout this school year should have to bury their child as a result of school-related violence.

· Marlon MorganHe stressed the human cost of violence in schools.

Morgan said the ministry continues to devote resources to school safety, including metal detectors intended to keep potentially offensive weapons off school compounds. He also called on guidance counsellors and deans of discipline to remain vigilant and support behavior change among students.

If somebody troubles you or bullies you, bring it to the attention of an adult, either a teacher or school administrator. Do not take matters into your own hands.

· Marlon MorganHe advised students on how to respond to bullying and disputes.
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