MoET & DES Continue to Collaborate with RCIPS to Ensure School Safety Amid Investigation

The Ministry of Education & Training and the Department of Education Services (DES) continue to work closely with the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) as part of its ongoing investigation into reports that a student allegedly brought a weapon to the Clifton Hunter High School on 25 September.

“The safety and wellbeing of our students and staff are our top priorities, and we take a zero-tolerance approach to any threat to school safety,” said DES Director Mark Ray. “We understand this situation may be concerning for the school community, and we want to assure parents and the wider public that DES, together with the Ministry, is committed to supporting affected students and staff and keeping our schools safe and secure.”

The DES will continue to provide counselling support for students and staff where needed and partner with the RCIPS to safeguard staff and students.  Specifically, the RCIPS will continue their investigation into the matter, and continue to have an increased officer presence on the school campus.

In reaffirming its partnership and ongoing support for the education community, Chief Superintendent Brad Ebanks with the RCIPS stated “We would like to reaffirm that the police continue to investigate this matter and that the safety and well-being of our children remain our top priority. As such, we have put safety measures in place to support the security of the Clifton Hunter High School and we intend to leave no stone unturned to ensure that this situation is resolved so that the children, staff and parents of this school can feel confident that they are in a safe learning environment.”

The Ministry and DES thank parents, students, and staff for their continued trust, cooperation, and patience. Every effort remains focused on ensuring that Cayman’s schools are safe, supportive spaces where students can learn and thrive.