Dear Editor,
We write in response to the letter to the editor appearing in your publication on 10/31/2023 criticizing the administration of Good Hope Secondary School.
Firstly, the administration of Good Hope Secondary School operates under established policies and guidelines set by the Ministry of Education- Guyana, ensuring a fair and inclusive teaching/ learning environment for all students and staff. Decisions are made collectively, considering the welfare and interests of the entire school community.
Indeed, everything is not glorious at Good Hope Secondary School, like any home, workplace and relationships which experiences disputes but guess what, at end of it all to make things work one has to ensure that unity is established in order to achieve success, that is what we do as a school family at GHSS. We want our students to become rounded and marketable individuals at the end of their secondary school life.
Regarding the allegation of long assemblies taking away registration time from teachers, it should be clarified that assemblies are held only on Mondays and last for less than 30 minutes from 08:15h. This allows for important announcements and fostering a sense of community among the students and staff. Any disruption to registration time is minimal and does not negatively impact the overall functioning of the school.
The allegation of a toxic environment is baseless, especially considering the fact that the school has only reopened its doors on September 04, 2023. It is unfair to make such judgments and assumptions about the school’s environment without sufficient evidence or experience within the institution. Editor, please note that author of the letter is NOT a member of staff or friend of the school.
Sincerely,
Anisah Woolford-Saunders
Head teacher
Staff of GHSS
