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T.N. Tatem School To Reopen On February 20th
The Department of Education confirmed that yesterday [January 24] Acting Commissioner of Education,Dr. Freddie Evans issued a memo to the T. N. Tatem faculty, students and PTA and the Clearwater Middle School PTA confirming the Department’s plan to reopen T.N. Tatem on 20 February 2017. Dr. Freddie Evans stated in his memo: “Occasionally, through... Read more of this article
Department Issues Update On T.N. Tatem Repairs
The Department of Education [Dec 29] issued an update regarding the restoration and repairs work at T.N. Tatem Middle School. Acting Commissioner of Education Dr. Freddie Evans stated: “I am pleased to report that work T.N. Tatem is progressing at a very steady pace. Crews from the Department of Parks, the Ministry of Public Works, contracted industrial... Read more of this article
Thanks Offered After Transition From TN Tatem
The Department of Education today [Dec 9] gave special recognition to students, teachers, the Department of Public Transportation [PTB] and mini bus operators who all worked together to smoothly manage the first day of student transition from T.N. Tatem to Clearwater Middle school. Acting Commissioner of Education, Dr. Freddie Evans said, “This successful... Read more of this article
Tyrrell: Vital That Students Continue Their Studies
The plan to temporarily relocate T.N. Tatem students to Clearwater is “far from ideal, but getting the students back to a learning environment is the utmost priority” as “it is vital that the students continue their studies,” Neville Tyrrell said. Mr Tyrrell — the PLP candidate for the by-election in Constituency 26 Warwick... Read more of this article
Bus Transport Plan For T.N. Tatem Students
The Department of Education said that plans have been finalized for the temporary relocation of T.N. Tatem Middle School students to the Clearwater Middle School, and provided information on the bus transportation that has been arranged. A spokesperson said, “Thanks are extended to the TN Tatem PTA representatives, principals of both middle schools,... Read more of this article
Govt: Students To Begin Classes At Clearwater
T.N. Tatem students are scheduled to begin classes at Clearwater Middle School on Thursday [Dec 8], with buses to be provided by the Department of Education to transport students to and from Clearwater Middle School in St David’s each day, the Ministry of Education said this evening. The issues surrounding the condition of the TN Tatem Middle... Read more of this article
Berkeley Stands ‘In Solidarity’ With T.N. Tatem
Earlier today [Dec 6], the Berkeley Institute showed their solidarity with the students and parents of T.N. Tatem Middle School, with students standing on the school field spelling out “TNT.” The issues surrounding the condition of the TN Tatem Middle School building have been ongoing; last Monday and Friday it was closed, and the school... Read more of this article
Discussions Over Relocating T.N Tatem Students
The Department of Education said they met with PTSA executives from T.N. Tatem and Clearwater; the Bermuda Union of Teachers, and T.N. Tatem teachers, to discuss temporarily relocating to Clearwater Middle School, and the Department has confirmed that T.N. Tatem students will not be required to report to school tomorrow [Dec 6]. The issues surrounding... Read more of this article
TN Tatem Middle School Closed Again Today
T.N. Tatem Middle School will be closed again today, the Ministry has confirmed, adding that they have “created a plan for a temporary relocation of students and staff while the Ministry carries out cleaning and abatement of any mould issues.” The issues surrounding the condition of the TN Tatem Middle School building have been ongoing;... Read more of this article
TN Tatem PTA Says “Find An Alternative Facility”
The issues surrounding the condition of the TN Tatem Middle School building continue with the school’s PTA calling on the Minister to “find an alternative facility to house TN Tatem Middle School students and teachers until after the remediation work is completed.” T.N. Tatem Middle School PTA President Amin Smith said, “Most... Read more of this article
Govt Confirm T.N. Tatem School Closed For Day
[Updating] The issues surrounding the condition of the TN Tatem Middle School building continue this morning [Dec 2], with students and teachers gathered outside the school, and it appears they do not plan to enter the school building at this time. On Monday the school was closed as teachers did not report to work, and yesterday the Bermuda Union of... Read more of this article
Video: Teachers Union On T.N. Tatem Conditions
The Bermuda Union of Teachers held a press briefing this afternoon to address the conditions at the TN Tatem Middle School building; asking the Government to “stop politicizing this and make children their priority, and truly take care of the sick building.” Today’s press briefing follows after ongoing issues regarding the school’s... Read more of this article
Minister: ‘Building Is Safe To Be Occupied’
The Health and Safety Officer has advised that the T.N Tatem school building is “safe to be occupied and there are no imminent health and safety concerns,” however his report “underscores the need for thorough cleaning, electrical repairs, and repairing leaks and replace damaged ceiling tiles.” This is according to Minister of... Read more of this article
PLP: Lack Of Repair At School Is ‘Reprehensible’
“The PLP finds it reprehensible that the lack of repair and maintenance at T.N. Tatem Middle School has caused students to lose a day’s education today due to teachers taking necessary moves to protect their health,” the PLP said. The statement follows after the closure of the school yesterday, with teachers not reporting to work after... Read more of this article
TN Tatem Middle School Is Closed Today
[Updated] TN Tatem Middle School is closed today [Nov 28] as teachers are not expected to report to work, the Ministry of Education has confirmed. A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education has this morning closed T N Tatem Middle School. Teachers are not expected to report to work today and as a result the school will be closed. “Regrettably... Read more of this article
TN Tatem School Not Ready For Students Return
The Ministries of Public Works and Education this evening [Sept 5] advised that T.N. Tatem Middle School will not be ready to receive students tomorrow morning when public schools return from the summer. Following receipt of concerns from staff, joint representatives of the Ministries of Public Works and Education inspected the school and agreed that... Read more of this article
