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Schools, policy, and learning on the island.
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Springer Memorial School will be closed for two days following a simulation exercise that caused panic among students and teachers. The school will resume classes on Monday.
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Ashley Lashley, founder of the Ashley Lashley Foundation, advocates for a multi-sector approach to climate change and encourages youth involvement in climate mitigation efforts.
The Combermere School has installed new controlled pedestrian traffic lights, set to activate on October 23. Motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to be aware and exercise caution in the area. This safety improvement initiative is led by the Electronic Unit of the Ministry of Transport Works and Water Resources.
The Barbados Association of Medical Practitioners (BAMP) has issued recommendations for schools to protect children during the current heatwave. Strategies include hydration, appropriate clothing, modified exercise routines, and recognizing signs of heat stress. Seek medical attention if symptoms worsen.
A medical practitioner calls for more anesthesiologists to be hired at Queen Elizabeth Hospital to meet the increasing demands and responsibilities of the role.
