Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, yesterday commissioned the newly reconstructed Western Hogg Island Primary School.
According to a release from the ministry, the $54 million reconstruction project has transformed the facility into a modern environment, specifically designed to accommodate 50 pupils from Liberty, Hog Island, and neighbouring villages on the Essequibo River island. This development ensures that students from these communities now have access to education closer to home, fostering inclusivity and reducing the need for lengthy and often challenging commutes. It was pointed out that over the years, the previous structure had fallen into a state of disrepair, making it unsuitable for effective teaching and learning, prompting the Ministry of Education to prioritise the reconstruction of the building.
