Earlier this year there were multiple reports of violent behaviour portrayed by students at secondary schools across the country, prompting the need for intervention by the Education Ministry.

The 60th edition of the National Schools Cycling, Swimming, and Track and Field Championships, commonly called ‘Nationals’, got underway in fine style with cycling and then the 10km open road race on Sunday.

The Caribbean Voice (TCV) applauds the decision of the Ministry of Education to finally place counsellors in high schools across Guyana. TCV has been lobbying for this since 2014.

Education Minister Priya Manickchand has warned teachers against abusing or beating students in the classrooms, as she urged them to find new and civilised disciplinary methods.