…says they use Facebook during working hoursThe President of the Guyana Teachers’ Union, Colin Bynoe,China Jerseys Cheap, has come down hard on teachers for unprofessionalism and what he termed ‘Cyber Misuse’. He was addressing the opening of the Third Biennial Conference of the union in New Amsterdam on Tuesday evening.Bynoe underscored the importance of teachers dressing appropriately to demonstrate professionalism in front of students but charged teachers not to distract students with their “plunging necklines and other forms of dress that are suggestive and distractive to our students”.He cautioned male teachers to “not display [their] chest hairs”.Lessons, he noted, should be properly prepared and planned “with all the necessary materials available that are needed for that lesson”.The union leader also cautioned educators not to get too emotional with students lest “we face charges of misconduct”. The union, he noted, has been plagued with “too many complaints of unprofessionalism on the part of some of our teachers”.Bynoe added that some of these complaints pointed to lack of respect for authority, poor deportment, “and alarming levels of unpunctuality and absenteeism”.“What is even more alarming is the large number of teachers involved in these practices”, he said.He flayed what he termed ‘Cyber Misuse’ by some teachers “whose names can be easily recognized by their former head teachers [and] who can be seen posting comments on Facebook and other social networks during working hours.”He said that what is even more alarming is that these teachers are not involved in educational discussions in their postings and that the evidence “reveals nude pictures are sometimes posted and even foul language written [on Facebook]”.“This type of behaviour,” he cautioned, is “very unacceptable and must cease immediately”.“Let us embrace such technology, [and] do so for the uplift of the teaching profession”.Bynoe then blasted the government and those in authority. He said that not all rehabilitations of schools have led to improvement of teachers’ working conditions. “Several thousands of our teachers are forced to work under sub human conditions: new schools are built but no provisions have been made for staff rooms.“Schools have been built without any electrical connection. Teachers are also saddled with insufficient seating accommodations and above all, poor construction of buildings by many contractors”.The union leader said that many teachers are affected by dusty concrete floors and poorly ventilated buildings with insufficient lighting.He urged the government to blacklist defaulting contractors entrusted with the maintenance and construction of schools, many of which were not done to standard.Bynoe then blasted the body which hires, fires and disciplines teachers, the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) for what he called “cake shop” approaches that are not in keeping with [the TSC] constitution mandate.He said that the TSC, which is responsible for disciplining errant teachers sometimes, executes this role “with great inconsistency”. “Rules are created to suit some cases and when this happens, several persons are disenfranchised”.He talked about Administrative Appointments of teachers whereby five teachers were blocked from being promoted because of their age. Also,NFL Jerseys Supply, he spoke about a few teacher vacancies in 2011 that were not advertised by the TSC but were mysteriously filled.“Senior vacancies were out for 2011,Wholesale Jerseys China, and vacancies were not advertised for certain positions in a few schools, but persons were promoted to these positions….these “cake shop” approaches by the TSC are not in keeping with their constitutional mandate” and he urged that all vacancies be advertised so that everyone will be aware of them.Bynoe reminded teachers that the TSC reported that 164 teachers were recommended for dismissal,Cheap NFL Jerseys China, among them several Head Teachers. “Some teachers had to be interdicted from duty and some dismissed for charges of child abuse and vulgar and inappropriate behaviour,Wholesale Jerseys China, as well as inappropriate relationships with students”.He urged teachers to desist from such practices immediately and exhibit a high level of accountability.The GTU president noted with concern that several parts of the April 2011 GTU/Ministry of Education multi- year agreement have not been implemented to date, including the debouching? of class sizes,cheap nfl jerseys china, the Housing Revolving Fund and the return fare for teachers serving in the hinterland.“The `Debouching Committee has already decided on the range for payment as per salary scale. It is now

“I will not succumb to the critics and blame the army and the police for everything”-President Jagdeo(By Mondale Smith)Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces President Bharrat Jagdeo serving some of the ordinary Ranks after announcing the one month Christmas bonus for the disciplined forcesCelebratory applauses and jubilation abounded yesterday when President Bharrat Jagdeo’s announced, “You are going to get your bonus this year” in the gymnasium of the Guyana Defence Force Base Camp Ayanganna.The occasion was the Guyana Defence Force’s annual Soldiers’ Day lunch,Discount NFL Jerseys, an occasion at which senior ranks served the other ranks and took orders from them for the day.“I will give instructions to the Minister of Finance to ensure that you get the money before Christmas,NFL Jerseys China,” and this evoked even more celebration and shouts of “money,Jerseys From China, money, money” from the excited soldiers however, the Commander-in-Chief said that as the Disciplined Forces continue to work to rebuild their public image some isolated acts committed earlier this year have left much tarnished on the institutions they represented but they do not reflect the total picture of the security forces.The President told soldiers that there were and will be transgressions in the Discipline Forces but warned that whenever these occur he will ensure that they are dealtwith.He also categorically stated, to rousing applause, “I will not succumb to the critics and blame the army and the police for everything.”Following the announcement the mood became even more festive.Standing up for the Disciplined Forces, the President expressed disappointment at the hasty generalization of all the institutions by some “smart” people and said that efforts will continue to rid the ranks of unsavoury elements.He advised ranks to individually and collectively bring back the pride of place and respect that the military and paramilitary uniforms once had through their dedication and commitment to standing orders and self-development.The Commander-in-chief also encouraged ranks to become au fait with current affairs and use all opportunities provided by the disciplined services to better the Forces’ image and at the same time develop themselves to contribute positively to life in the military and there after.As he had done over the past two years the President encouraged that there must be a linkage between performance and remuneration. President Jagdeo also reiterated his call for the security forces to professionally execute their duties with dignity,Cheap NFL Jerseys Authentic, character,NFL Jerseys Supply, strong values and respect for human rights and discipline.Chiding the naysayer who often criticise police and soldiers,Cheap Jerseys, the President said time should be taken to recognise that often times it’s these ranks who stand between the populace and the destructive forces that threaten national and civil security.Looking to 2010 the President told ranks that Commodore Gary Best, Chief-of-Staff would create opportunities for ranks to build on their knowledge base beyond the horizons of the military.

The curtain came down last evening on the dancing aspect of the annual Children’s Mashramani Competitions (Georgetown leg).The National Cultural Centre (NCC) was packed to capacity with screaming school children representing various schools across Georgetown. The costumes were dazzling, and the choreographies were brilliantly executed.Jasmine Callender during her winning performance in the ‘Interpretive’ categoryShortly after 10:00hrs, the day’s activities commenced with performances from students 11-13. This was a continuation of the previous day’s programme. It saw Latonyah Asim, representing North Georgetown Secondary, placing first prize with her individual piece under the ‘Social Commentary’ category.In the Legends and Traditions category for the 11-13 individual dances, St. Winefride’s Secondary School student,Discount NFL Jerseys, Tieanna Barker was the winner.The ‘Religious Beliefs’ category saw Ziya Rambarran,Wholesale Jerseys Online, representing St. Rose’s High School,Wholesale China Jerseys, copping the first position. Jasmine Callender gave the best performance in the ‘Interpretive’ category,Cheap Authentic Jerseys, representing Charlestown Secondary School.Each year, entries into the masquerade category are limited, and 2014 was no different. Yesterday’s competition saw only two masquerade bands performing in the 11-13 category. Lodge Secondary School gained first position over North Ruimveldt Secondary.Then there was more dancing. Declared the winning group in the 11-13 age category, was Tucville Secondary School with their ‘Legend and Tradition’ inspired dance. The group representing North Georgetown Secondary School was also able to convince the judges that they deserved the first position in the ‘Interpretive’ category.In the 11-13, a Christ Church Secondary group did justice to a much anticipated ‘Social Commentary’ piece titled- “Eight Period Tun Up,” followed by the second place group from St. Joseph High School with their “In de Streets” dance.There were many group entries into the ‘Religious Beliefs’ category,Wholesale NBA Jerseys, but securing the top position was North Georgetown Secondary School.In the 14-17 age group, Lisa Walcott from the South Ruimveldt Secondary School received the first place trophy for a piece titled- ‘African Tradition Lives.’In the Individual Interpretive category,Cheap NFL Jerseys Wholesale, Shanika Khan secured first position, while Khrista Christian of North Georgetown Secondary placed first in the Social Commentary dance.Karisma Charles of Richard Ishmael Secondary School gained first position for her performance in the ‘Religious Beliefs’ category. Her school also secured top positions in three categories of group dances. These include the area of social commentary, Interpretive, and Religious Beliefs.The Brickdam Secondary School group pulled off an entertaining Soca pieceSt. Joseph High was adjudged the top school in the Hip Hop category, with South Ruimveldt Secondary emerging victorious with its Legend and Tradition inspired dance. Lodge Secondary secured first position in the Masquerade group.Under the theme, “Cultural Folklore, Celebrating 44,” the Children’s Mashramani Competitions will continue today with the costume segment, which is booked for the Cliff Anderson’s Sports Hall.The children’s competitions are being organized by the Department of Education.