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Foreign Teachers in Bahamas Schools | Bahamas News
Deputy PM Chester Cooper defends the government’s move to recruit foreign teachers, arguing it’s a long-standing practice and that Bahamian educators always get priority. With a critical teacher shortage impacting the system, the Ministry of Education is partnering with Ghana to bring in up to 300 teachers and has formed a special task force to oversee the process. While the Bahamas Union of Teachers raises concerns over lack of consultation and vetting standards, Cooper insists local recruitment—including retired teachers—is the top priority. New union agreements are nearing finalization…
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