In a significant move to improve educational access and foster stronger community ties, Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, inaugurated new libraries at Tuschen Primary School, Greenwich Park Primary School, and Parika Salem Primary School. The ribbon-cutting ceremonies were followed by public meetings where the Minister engaged directly with local residents, addressing both education-related issues and broader community concerns.
The new libraries are part of the Ministry of Education’s ongoing efforts to enhance educational resources for students across the country. These libraries aim to foster literacy, creativity, and independent learning, providing crucial spaces for children to develop essential academic skills. However, Minister Manickchand’s visit wasn’t just about cutting ribbons—it also marked an opportunity for meaningful dialogue with the public.
At each school, the Minister held in-depth discussions with local residents, who raised a wide range of concerns, including infrastructure quality, public health, safety, and social services. While some of the issues raised fell outside the scope of the Ministry of Education, Minister Manickchand assured residents that their concerns would be forwarded to the relevant government departments for further action.
At Tuschen Primary School, the Minister engaged in a lively exchange with the community, addressing issues such as road safety, public health, and infrastructure needs. Although some concerns were related to other ministries, the Minister emphasized that all issues would be taken seriously and included in future development plans.
In Greenwich Park, Minister Manickchand focused on the government’s ongoing education reforms, explaining how these would positively impact both teachers and students. She also addressed concerns raised by parents and teachers regarding infrastructure needs, student transportation, and broader community challenges. The Minister acknowledged that some of these issues would take time to resolve but assured the community that they would not be overlooked.
At Parika Salem Primary School, the discussion centered not only on education but also on pressing local concerns like road conditions and healthcare access. Minister Manickchand listened attentively to the challenges faced by both parents and teachers, reinforcing the government’s commitment to addressing these issues through coordinated efforts across different ministries.
Throughout her visits, Minister Manickchand reaffirmed that education remains a cornerstone of the government’s development strategy. She emphasized that quality education is not only about access to schools but also about addressing the broader needs of the community to ensure sustainable growth and a better future for all.
“Access to education is key to our national development, but so is ensuring that our communities have the necessary infrastructure and services to thrive,” said Minister Manickchand. “These libraries are just one step in our ongoing efforts to enhance educational outcomes. We are equally committed to ensuring that local concerns are heard and acted upon.”
The Minister also reaffirmed her full support for the Libraries in Primary Schools Initiative, stressing that access to books and educational materials is vital to the intellectual growth of children and plays a key role in developing well-rounded, informed citizens.
Today’s library inaugurations and public meetings are part of the Ministry of Education’s broader effort to engage with local communities and improve educational access across the country. The government plans to continue opening more school libraries in the coming months and will host additional public meetings to ensure that residents can voice their concerns and participate in decision-making processes.
Minister Manickchand concluded her visit by thanking the residents of Tuschen, Greenwich Park, and Parika Salem for their active participation, encouraging them to continue collaborating with the Ministry to drive meaningful change. She also promised that the concerns raised during her visits would be addressed promptly and followed up with relevant government agencies.
As the Ministry of Education continues to work towards enhancing educational infrastructure and resources, it remains committed to ensuring that the needs of all communities are heard, understood, and acted upon in a timely and effective manner.
The post Manickchand inaugurates new school libraries, engages with parents in Tuschen, Greenwich Park, and Parika appeared first on News Room Guyana.
