The re-opening of several schools in Linden for the Easter Term have been delayed by one week to facilitate crucial rehabilitation works.
The affected schools include, MacKenzie High School. Wisburg Secondary School, Christianburg Wismar Secondary School, Wisburg Secondary School and Kwakwani Secondary School.
APNU+AFC Member of Parliament, Devin Sears, told Stabroek News that students, dressed in uniforms showed up at the schools yesterday morning and were promptly sent home, sparking confusion and concern among parents. A message was then circulated in a one school’s WhatsApp group, informing some parents that the school would remain closed for an additional week to facilitate essential rehabilitation works. Several parents expressed concerns over the delay, outlining that the term ushers in the Caribbean Secondary Examination Council (CSEC) Examinations and time was of importance. Sears said it poses the question as to why the works could not be completed during the Christmas season.
