Ministry Responds to Belmopan Baptist Sickout

This morning, at least seven teachers at Belmopan Baptist High School called in sick as part of a protest. They’re upset over what they describe as unethical and disrespectful actions by the school’s administration. The teachers are also demanding an audit to investigate potential mismanagement of funds. Minister of Education Francis Fonseca has acknowledged the situation, stating that the Ministry is aware of the teachers’ concerns and is taking steps to address them.

 

Francis Fonseca, Minister of Education

“ Yes, I’m aware of it. It was brought to my attention, I think on Monday and yesterday I asked the Deputy Chief Education Officer, Mrs. Cecilia Smith Ramirez,  Ramirez Smith  to go to the school to engage with them to meet with them. So I think it’s something that , she is working on.  But we are aware of the issues  and the concerns that have been raised.  We are going to, of course, we have to as well work with the management and the board. You know,  it’s not a government school. So we have to engage with the managing authority and the board. But yes, the ministry is actively looking into that matter.”