When classrooms fall silent, the loss goes far beyond damaged infrastructure It disrupts learning, stability, and opportunity for thousands of children. In an era of escalating climate shocks, these disruptions are no longer isolated emergencies but a recurring national development challenge. As Jamaica moves forward after Hurricane Melissa, the priority is not only to reopen schools but to ensure that every child can fully return to learning and that in the medium term, they are supported by educational environments that are safer, stronger, and better prepared for the future.