Safety Concerns: JKR Declares Tamparuli School Unsafe

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Post on Oct 24, 2024

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JKR Declares Tamparuli School Unsafe: Is It Time to Sound the Alarm?

It's a parent's worst nightmare: sending your child to school and worrying about their safety. Sadly, this nightmare became a reality for parents in Tamparuli recently when the Jabatan Kerja Raya (JKR), Malaysia's public works department, declared the local school unsafe.

What happened?

The school, which has been standing for over 50 years, is showing its age. JKR inspectors found that the school building had serious structural issues, including cracked walls, leaking roofs, and crumbling foundations. These issues pose a real and present danger to students, teachers, and staff.

Why is this a big deal?

This declaration is a serious blow to the Tamparuli community. It means that the school will have to be shut down until repairs are made. This will disrupt the education of hundreds of children, forcing them to find alternative learning spaces.

Is this a one-off?

Unfortunately, this isn't an isolated incident. Across Malaysia, many schools are facing similar issues. The government has allocated funds for school repairs, but it seems like the problem is bigger than anyone anticipated.

What can be done?

This situation highlights the urgent need for better infrastructure planning and investment in schools across the country. It's time to stop treating school repairs as a band-aid solution and focus on creating safe and sustainable learning environments for all children.

We need to act now!

This isn't just about bricks and mortar. It's about the safety and wellbeing of our children. Let's raise our voices and demand that the authorities prioritize school infrastructure improvements. It's the least we can do for the future generation.

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