The Acting Permanent Secretary for Education, Timoci Bure, expresses his concern over the recent incidents of misconduct by students in hired buses during the zone meets.

He consequently, sounds a warning to all schools concerned that such behaviour shall not be condoned in future and necessary actions will be taken if students are found misbehaving in the buses, jeopardizing their safety and of other passengers.

Bure has stressed on the need for schools to be proactive and debrief the students prior to any trips to the games’ venue.

“While games are a time for students to cheer for their schools and enjoy themselves, the Heads of Schools must address all students about how they are expected to conduct themselves both whilst travelling to and from the games’ venue and during the events,” he emphasizes.

He further states that it is mandatory for teachers to accompany students in the hired buses for any event.

“No students are to be left unsupervised in public transportation hired by the school,” advises the Acting PS.

He warns the schools that if there are any further incidents of misconduct by students inside the buses, including the students rocking the bus, actions will be taken to address this issue.

“Ministry is working with the Police and the bus companies to ensure that no further incidents of this nature transpires. If students are found misbehaving in a way that creates nuisance and risks the lives of others, the buses will be directed straight to the nearest Police Station,” he warns.

Bure further urges the parents to support the schools and the Ministry in ensuring the safety of their children by talking to them on the expected forms of behaviour during such events.

The Ministry hopes that participating schools will take note of this reminder so that the Coke Games are concluded on a high note and without any mishaps.

The Ministry wishes all the schools the very best for the upcoming Coke Games.