St Albert The Great Accuses Teachers’ Union Of ‘Recklessly Sabotaging’ Start Of Scholastic Year
St Albert The Great College is accusing the Malta Union of Teachers of “recklessly sabotaging” efforts to kick off the upcoming scholastic year.
This comes just moments after the Curia announced it is preparing a contingency plan in case the college is not in a position to function next week.
“Notwithstanding a conciliatory meeting held this afternoon, in an attempt to reach an amicable solution, the union is still unlawfully ordering two of its members to refrain from collaborating with the head of the secondary school in order to finalise the timetable for the next scholastic year for the secondary school,” it said in a statement.
“Furthermore, yesterday it ordered its members not to collaborate with the new head of the secondary school for trying to mediate with the said staff members in attempt to adequately prepare the Secondary School to welcome its students.”
“The college is holding MUT liable for any damages suffered due to its inordinate actions,” it said.
“Furthermore, it calls upon MUT to seek the best interests of the students and of its members so as to avoid further untimely disruptions with regard to the Secondary school, given that the Primary School is fully ready to welcome the students for the next scholastic year.”
The college outlined how it has made various efforts to move towards harmony, such as holding meetings with staff members and parents, a suspension of the college board, and the announcement of a new headmaster for the college.
It also expressed its belief in the secondary school operating without the need for any contingency plan, with the full collaboration of all stakeholders.
Over the last few weeks, more than eight educators have resigned from St Albert The Great College, following the dismissal of former headmaster Mario Mallia.
Parents have also spoken out about the situation, lamenting the lack of organisation and fearful of their childrens’ future.
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