Gov’t exploring e-schooling, voucher system for private schools in light of strike – Jagdeo

Bharrat Jagdeo

Vice President (VP) Bharrat Jagdeo announced on Thursday that the government is exploring the options of e-schooling and a voucher system to allow parents to enroll their children in private schools, to ensure that they receive a quality education.

The announcement of these alternative models comes as teachers continue with their industrial action for better wages.

During his weekly press conference on Thursday at the Office of the President, Jagdeo explained that the e-school system would allow parents to choose between physical and online schooling.