Brown Burke backs making summer school voluntary for students

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Brown Burke backs making summer school voluntary for students

Opposition Spokesperson on Education Dr Angela Brown Burke says she is heartened by news that summer school will be voluntary for students. Brown Burke believes that this is the sensible move given the challenges faced by parents and students over...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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