Gov’t advances back-to-school support for children affected by Cooper’s Pen demolitions

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Government of Jamaica has advanced its back-to-school support for children affected by the demolitions at Cooper’s Pen, Trelawny, as efforts continue to ensure that they are prepared for the reopening of school on Monday, September 7. In a release, the government shared that following the directive of Prime Minister Andrew Holness, the Ministry of Labour and Social Security and the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information have provided the necessary assistance. All impacted children have been provided with backpacks and other stationery supplies to assist with their return to school. Uniforms and books from book lists shared by the children’s schools will be provided in short order. The Government of Jamaica will continue to engage the affected families and schools and coordinate support to residents of Cooper’s Pen, the release said.