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Technical Assistant in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Donaree Muirhead (right), and University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) President, Dr. Kevin Brown (left), converse with student representatives from the 2025 cohort of Huawei Technologies Jamaica’s Seeds for the Future Programme. They are from (second left): UTech students - Zaina Thompson and Christopher Banton; and University of the West Indies (UWI) Mona student, Demaria Walker. The occasion was the programme’s closing ceremony on Friday (August 22) at UTech in Kingston.
Technical Assistant in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Donaree Muirhead (right), and University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) President, Dr. Kevin Brown (left), converse with student representatives from the 2025 cohort of Huawei Technologies Jamaica’s Seeds for the Future Programme. They are from (second left): UTech students - Zaina Thompson and Christopher Banton; and University of the West Indies (UWI) Mona student, Demaria Walker. The occasion was the programme’s closing ceremony on Friday (August 22) at UTech in Kingston.

Eight Students Gain Global ICT Exposure in China Through Huawei’s Seeds for the Future Programme

Huawei Technologies Jamaica has concluded the 2025 edition of its flagship Seeds for the Future Programme, which provided eight Jamaican students with advanced exposure to information and communications technology (ICT) and cultural exchange in the People’s Republic of China. Each...
British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Judith Slater (front row, fifth left), shares a photo with recipients of the 2025/2026 Chevening Scholarships at a Farewell Reception held at the British High Commissioner’s Residence in Kingston on Tuesday (August 19).
British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Judith Slater (front row, fifth left), shares a photo with recipients of the 2025/2026 Chevening Scholarships at a Farewell Reception held at the British High Commissioner’s Residence in Kingston on Tuesday (August 19).

Increased Number of Jamaicans Awarded Chevening Scholarships
Educators participating in the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) 61st Annual Conference, held at the Princess Grand Hotel in Green Island, Hanover, on August 20.
Educators participating in the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) 61st Annual Conference, held at the Princess Grand Hotel in Green Island, Hanover, on August 20.

Shift System to Be Removed from All Public Schools by 2028/2029 Academic Year
Education Officers at the 2025 Jamaica Association of Education Officers (JAEO) Annual General Meeting and Research Symposium, at the Dreams Rose Hall Resort and Spa in St. James, on August 21.
Education Officers at the 2025 Jamaica Association of Education Officers (JAEO) Annual General Meeting and Research Symposium, at the Dreams Rose Hall Resort and Spa in St. James, on August 21.

Reforms to Improve Welfare of Education Officers and Teachers
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses day three of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) 61st Annual Conference at the Princess Grand Hotel in Green Island, Hanover, on August 20.
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses day three of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) 61st Annual Conference at the Princess Grand Hotel in Green Island, Hanover, on August 20.

Government to Spend $400 Million This Year to Upgrade Labs in Technical High Schools

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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, addresses a recent JIS Think Tank, where she gave an update on the preparedness of schools for the 2025/2026 academic year.
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Notable Decline in Teacher Resignations

The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information is reporting that there has been a notable decline in teacher resignations during the summer period, marking a positive shift from the trends observed in recent years. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr. Kasan Troupe, who was addressing a recent JIS Think Tank, spoke about the proactive strategies implemented to address staffing...
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Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security with responsibility for the Social Security Division, Audrey Deer-Williams.
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$535m in Back-to-School Grant Support for PATH Beneficiaries

Approximately $535 million will be disbursed to Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) beneficiaries ahead of the 2025/26 academic year. A total of 106,590 students enrolled under PATH will receive the back-to-school grant, which will be added to their regular payments. Payouts were scheduled to begin on August 19 and continue through September 2. Additional collection days are...
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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, provides an update on back-to-school preparations for the 2025/26 academic year during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.
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Ministry Unveils Strategic Initiatives to Transform Education and Strengthen Student Support

The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information has unveiled a series of strategic initiatives designed to transform the educational landscape and ensure that all students receive high-quality instruction and support. These measures include a more structured approach to curriculum delivery, strengthened planning frameworks, and the integration of innovative technologies to enhance student monitoring and support overall well-being. Speaking during...
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Custos of St. Catherine, Hon. Icylin M. Golding, emphasises a point while addressing yesterday’s (August 17) Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) Annual Church Service, held at the Phillippo Baptist Church in Spanish Town, St. Catherine.
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Custos Calls for Support for Parents

As efforts continue for children to learn, parents must be offered developmental support, says Custos of St. Catherine, Hon. Icylin M. Golding. Addressing Sunday’s (August 17) Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) Annual Church Service, held at the Phillippo Baptist Church in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, the Custos said “we have to draw the parents in and help to develop their capacity...
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Territorial Officer with the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Area 3, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Melecia Morrison.
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Parents Urged to Ensure That Students Attend Orientation and Registration Sessions

As the reopening of schools draws closer, parents are being called on to ensure that students attend orientation and registration sessions, as well as familiarize themselves with the school’s code. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Melecia Morrison, said at the sessions, students get a lot of information on what is expected of them, and the “different hours that your child...
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