In response to the widespread disruption caused by Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica’s education sector is implementing significant adjustments to mitigate the impact on students. Senator Dr. Dana Morris Dixon, Minister of Education, Skills, Youth, and Information, announced on November 21 in the Senate that the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) has agreed to extend the examination timetable for Jamaica. This extension will allow students additional preparation time, with exams scheduled later than in other regions. Additionally, the Ministry is considering extending the dates for the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) examinations, though a final decision has yet to be made. Senator Morris Dixon also revealed that negotiations for reduced CXC fees are nearing completion, with an announcement expected soon. To address the challenges faced by students preparing for external examinations, the Ministry is collaborating with the CXC to introduce flexible measures, including adjusted deadlines for School-Based Assessments (SBAs) and practical examinations, as well as options for reduced exam sittings based on individual circumstances. Furthermore, the National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica (NVQ-J) November sitting has been postponed, with rescheduled examinations tentatively set for February and June 2026. City & Guilds has also proposed a two-cohort examination model for 2026, offering increased flexibility for schools in severely impacted areas. These measures aim to alleviate the burden on students and institutions, particularly after more than 600 educational institutions sustained damage during the category five hurricane, which struck on October 28.