JTA says teachers’ back-to-school preparations more challenging this year as many still reeling from Hurricane Beryl

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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UPDATE: Two persons involved in aircraft accident at Tinson Pen Aerodrome yesterday released from hospital

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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Goverment urges Jamaicans to be alert to Mpox threat

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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UWI pledges to dedicate research and expertise to fight mpox

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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Two people involved in plane crash at Tinson Pen Aerodrome still receiving medical care

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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DEVELOPING: Two people taken to hospital following mishap involving plane at Tinson Pen Aerodrome in Kingston

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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Completion date for Morant Bay Urban Centre in St. Thomas pushed to December this year

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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“No more learning loss”-JTA concerned over pace at which schools damaged in Hurricane Beryl are being repaired

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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Jamaica Teachers’ Association says Sunday’s brutal killing of 7-y-o in Clarendon indicates continued breach of children’s right to life

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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Labourer gunned down at Manchester home

The Jamaica Teachers Association (JTA) says teachers’ back-to-school preparations have been more challenging than previous years, as many of them are still reeling from the passage of hurricane beryl last month.

JTA President Leighton Johnson told IRIE FM News that several educators, especially those from Manchester, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland suffered severe loss during the Category 4 system.

Though noting that teachers are gearing up for the classroom next month, Mr. Johnson said it is understandable that some are prioritizing their recovery from the hurricane at this time.

Mr. Johnson is urging educators who need support to contact the Association.

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