Minister Fonseca Responds Belmopan Baptist High School Sickout

A sickout by teachers at Belmopan Baptist High School has brought serious concerns over school leadership to the forefront. Minister of Education Francis Fonseca responded to the situation after it was reported that over half the teaching staff refused to show up for work today.

Fonseca stated that the ministry is aware of the issues unfolding at the school. “We are aware of the issues and the concerns that have been raised,” Fonseca said, and added that the ministry is actively addressing the matter with the school’s management and board.

The protest, which involved nine out of seventeen teachers, stems from long-standing grievances with the school’s administration. Teachers have expressed frustration over ‘constant disrespect,’ unlawful terminations, and intimidation.

One teacher told News 5 that the leadership under the current chairman is the cause of unresolved issues. The teachers allege unfair dismissals and staff manipulation have also surfaced.

They have demanded immediate changes to restore respect and fairness at the school.