LETTER OF THE DAY: High-quality education is costly
The Editor, Sir: Currently, education at the primary level for government-run schools in Jamaica is relatively affordable, yet how many of these students perform well enough so that they can attend a 'name brand' school, for example Immaculate or Campion?...
Africa being raped again
The Editor, Sir: After reading the article titled 'Pentecostals buckle up Africa's Bible belt' published in your June 30 edition, all I could think was: I weep for Mother Africa. One of the most startling statements from that story said...
Senseless school fanfare
The Editor, Sir:I hasten to concur with your recent observations about graduations (Gleaner of July 1). Too often we rush to imitate aspects of North American culture which are senseless and ludicrous and holds no place in our culture and value systems.
Abstinence education needed
THE EDITOR, Sir: I strongly support Senator Donna Scott-Mottley with her move to reduce early sexual initiation with her proposed abstinence education campaign. The high rate of sexual activity among underage teenagers is quite alarming, and I believe that many...
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