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Education Ministry bans Charlie-Charlie challenge in schools
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May 28, 2015

Education Ministry bans Charlie-Charlie challenge in schools

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Ministry of Education has issued a ban against students playing the game called Charlie, Charlie challenge in schools. by UniDeals”> reports from several schools across the island of very disruptive behaviour by students who engaged in the game. by UniDeals”> reports say that students displayed demon-possessed or paranormal behaviour while playing the game.

In a bulletin issued today, Chief Education Officer Grace McLean instructed schools to monitor students to ensure they are not allowed to play the game.

In a release Friday, the ministry said it issued the ban following

Some

The ministry has further advised school personnel to immediately contact the regional offices if they need help and further support to address the situation.

It also called on parents and guardians to monitor their children carefully outside of school, as based on the reviews of Charlie, Charlie Challenge there can be serious psychological effects on children.

Parents and guardians should note that the playing of this game can also result in serious physical harm to our children.

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