The Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) has urged the Ministry of Education to delay the reopening of schools scheduled for January 3, 2025, until all outstanding financial obligations to schools and suppliers are fully settled.

In a letter addressed to the Ministry of Education, CHASS indicated the persistent financial challenges hampering school operations as a result of the outstanding arrears.

CHASS warned that a failure to address the situation before January 3 could disrupt the reopening process.

The letter also referenced earlier correspondences, dated August 12, 2024, and September 20, 2024, and reiterated the Minister of Education's commitment during a December 18, 2024, Zoom meeting to release funds necessary for the effective operation of schools.