Education authorities will convene with meteorological and disaster management officials to assess potential impacts of adverse weather conditions on upcoming Grade 5 Scholarship and Advanced Level examinations.
Amid persistent rainfall across the island, officials from the Department of Examinations, the Disaster Management Centre, and the Department of Meteorology are scheduled to meet on August 5 to discuss contingency measures for two major national examinations.
The Grade 5 Scholarship Examination and the G.C.E. Advanced Level examination face potential disruption from the current rainy conditions. Director General of Meteorology Ajith Wijemanna indicated that the discussion will primarily address weather preparedness strategies and operational adjustments needed to ensure the examinations proceed smoothly.
According to Wijemanna, the heavy rainfall experienced currently is temporary and linked to active monsoon activity, which is atypical for August. He projected that precipitation levels would decline after August 6-8, with examinations not commencing until after August 10. This timeline suggests the most severe weather impacts should subside before the tests begin, potentially minimizing disruption.
However, Wijemanna cautioned that tropical cyclone activity in the Pacific Ocean could cause a slight uptick in rainfall after August 6. The coordination between the three government agencies reflects efforts to balance public health and safety concerns with the importance of conducting these critical educational assessments on schedule.
