Readers’ reactions | Government boosts funding to schools to improve operations

I had the opportunity to listen to the entire press conference. It is great that J$75 million more was added to the budget for education, with more funds given to special-needs schools. As a special-needs mother, let’s see how this plays out. ­– Keisha Haye

A 55 per cent average increase in funding for public schools is a significant investment in Jamaica’s education system. If managed transparently and effectively, giving school leaders greater flexibility can help address each school’s unique needs, improve teaching and learning, strengthen student support services, and enhance the overall learning environment. The key now is ensuring strong accountability so that every dollar delivers measurable improvements in educational outcomes for our children. – Isaac Onywere

News like this is impressive. The education sector needs more of that. – Mervin Campbell

It seems she’s living in a fantasy world. – David Simms

Let’s see if we can get two whiteboard markers and documents printed for students’ use when needed without complaints. – Andrea Gardner-Ross

That’s very commendable. Now go one step further  - improve the teachers’ salaries. – Algeon Sappleton

A step in the right direction. – Milton Amos

Let’s make the statistics more realistic for the average man. What does that equate to per child, per school? – Tee Bee

Mek sure it reaches the school early. – Antoinette Lewis

Everything sounds good but the reality is far different. – Shawn Pierre-Louis

They will still complain that it’s not enough. – Greyy Thompson

I’d love details of what that looks like. – @ajalisudayne_carter

Thanks for this improvement. Please raise our salaries toooooooo! – iriedawtadteacher

Readers’ reactions sourced from The Gleaner’s Facebook and Instagram pages. Compiled by Khanique McDaniel.