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The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information (MoESYI) remains in constant communication with the Meteorological Service of Jamaica. According to the latest updates, Tropical Storm Melissa has slowed significantly, and a further decrease in forward speed is projected. School boards and principals have been urged to assess their local circumstances carefully and make informed decisions regarding school operations, under the guidance of their Regional Directors. There are no directives for school closures at this time. The Ministry will provide another update tomorrow, Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5 PM. “The safety of our students, teachers, and the entire school community remains our highest priority.” — Senator Dr. The Honourable Dana Morris Dixon, Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information. Minister Morris Dixon further added: “I am encouraging our boards and principals to stay in close contact with their Regional Directors for real-time guidance, and to maintain communication with parents and guardians. I am especially urging parents to be on alert for updates from their child’s institution. As a Ministry, we have maintained constant dialogue with the Meteorological Service of Jamaica to ensure timely, accurate information reaches our schools, their staff and our families. We will continue to provide more information as it becomes available from the relevant authorities.” The Ministry further encourages all stakeholders to remain vigilant and to take the necessary precautions to ensure personal safety as the system continues to be monitored. Continuous updates and additional guidance will be provided as new information becomes available from the Meteorological Service of Jamaica.
