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JAM | Dec 13, 2024

Education ministry saddened by tragic passing of students

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The Meadowbrook High School in St Andrew is one of the schools plunged into mourning by the tragic loss of a student.

The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information has expressed profound sadness over the tragic passing of two students, Niquan Whitely of Meadowbrook High School and Jumain Henry of Oberlin High School, who lost their lives while travelling home from school on the evening of Thursday, December 12.

This devastating incident has sent shockwaves through the education sector and the wider community. The ministry condemns this senseless act of violence and extends heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and school communities of Niquan and Jumain.

Comprehensive support is being provided to the school communities during this challenging time. Counselling sessions are being conducted with students, staff, and the families of the deceased. Oberlin High has initiated home visits to provide direct support to Jumain’s family, while Meadowbrook High has invited Niquan’s family to participate in grief counselling sessions organised by the school.

The ministry said it is fully committed to supporting both schools and the affected families. Additional counselling resources have been mobilised and deployed to assist students and staff in coping with this traumatic event.

The ministry is urging anyone with information about this incident to come forward and assist the security forces.

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