Garfield Rowe, Principal of Accompong Primary and Infant School, is exploring unconventional methods to resume education in the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s destruction. With the school’s infrastructure severely damaged, Rowe is considering hosting classes under tents and implementing a rotation system to minimize learning loss for the approximately 100 students. “We could have grades four to six on some days and grades one to three on others. I want to prevent learning loss as best as possible,” Rowe explained during an interview with the Jamaica Observer. The hurricane, which struck Jamaica on October 28 with winds exceeding 185 miles per hour, left the school roofless and destroyed much of its furniture and equipment. Despite the devastation, important documents and school records were saved in the library, which remained intact. Rowe emphasized the need for external assistance, including tents, learning resources, and water tanks, to support the school and the traumatized community. Many teachers and students remain marooned, and families have lost homes and essential supplies. Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon reported that over 600 educational institutions across Jamaica sustained damage, with repair costs described as “humongous.” The ministry is prioritizing students preparing for exams and considering temporary structures to facilitate learning. Rowe’s efforts highlight the resilience of the Accompong community as they strive to rebuild and restore education amidst the crisis.