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Students of Jamaica House Basic School performing at the launch of the Volunteer Project Competition on the grounds of Jamaica House Basic School on Tuesday (November 13).
Students of Jamaica House Basic School performing at the launch of the Volunteer Project Competition on the grounds of Jamaica House Basic School on Tuesday (November 13).

Youth Groups to Receive Funding for Refurbishing of Basic Schools

Three youth groups across the island will receive funding for the renovation of three basic schools under the Volunteer Project Competition. The 2018 staging of the competition, part of activities to mark Youth Month, was officially launched on Tuesday (November...
“From a Christian perspective, if we know and appreciate that education is so important and the poor cannot afford it, to the extent that God has prospered us, we should give to those who can’t afford it,” Senator Reid said.
“From a Christian perspective, if we know and appreciate that education is so important and the poor cannot afford it, to the extent that God has prospered us, we should give to those who can’t afford it,” Senator Reid said.

Education Minister Says NCU’s Rescue Programme Should be Emulated
Executive Director of the Economic Growth Council, Senator Aubyn Hill (standing), addresses The Mico University College Education Conversation Series, held at the institution’s Marescaux Road campus in St. Andrew yesterday (November 8). Listening (from left) are Investment Promotions Manager at JAMPRO, Ricardo Durrant; Chief Education Officer, Dr. Grace McLean; and Managing Director of the JN MSC Group, Onika Miller.
Executive Director of the Economic Growth Council, Senator Aubyn Hill (standing), addresses The Mico University College Education Conversation Series, held at the institution’s Marescaux Road campus in St. Andrew yesterday (November 8). Listening (from left) are Investment Promotions Manager at JAMPRO, Ricardo Durrant; Chief Education Officer, Dr. Grace McLean; and Managing Director of the JN MSC Group, Onika Miller.

Tertiary Students Facing Challenges with Fees Can Get Help
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid (centre) receives a plaque from Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) Chancellor, His Royal Highness Drolor Bosso Adamtey I (left) during the CMU’s 2018 graduation ceremony on Thursday (November 8) at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston. Sharing the moment is University President, Professor Fritz Pinnock. This year, approximately 350 students were conferred with master’s, bachelor’s and associate degrees and diplomas in a wide cross section of programmes.
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid (centre) receives a plaque from Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) Chancellor, His Royal Highness Drolor Bosso Adamtey I (left) during the CMU’s 2018 graduation ceremony on Thursday (November 8) at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston. Sharing the moment is University President, Professor Fritz Pinnock. This year, approximately 350 students were conferred with master’s, bachelor’s and associate degrees and diplomas in a wide cross section of programmes.

Minister Reid Hails CMU’s Commitment to Training Highly Skilled Workforce
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, addresses yesterday
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, addresses yesterday's (September 26) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.

Early Stimulation Strategy to Give Children ‘Best Start’ In Life

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CMU Develops Online Matriculation Programme

The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) has partnered with United Kingdom-based education publishing and assessment company, the Pearson Corporation, to develop an online matriculation pathway for students. The pilot for the programme commenced in September. It offers alternative entrance through the online matriculation programme, allowing students the opportunity to sit those subjects required for enrolment. The online platform provides students with...
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Schools Encouraged to Observe World’s Largest Lesson Week

The Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, in support of the United Nations focus on promoting the importance of sustainable development goals, is inviting schools across the island to observe the World’s Largest Lesson (WLL) Week from November 12 to 16. According to a bulletin issued by the Ministry, WLL is part of a global effort to promote the 17...
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Education

Students Receive Assistance from International Proxy Parents

Sixty-six students from 19 high schools are benefiting from scholarships donated by the International Proxy Parents (IPP), a charitable organisation whose members include representatives of the diplomatic corps. The organisation has also provided assistance to children in Places of Safety. Funds for the scholarships were raised at the IPP’s annual bazaar, held on Saturday (November 10) in the gardens of...
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Project Manager, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Partnership for Improved Safety and Security in Schools Programme, Ministry of Education, Youth and Information (MOEYI), Yvonne Brown, addresses recent JIS ‘Think Tank’.
DevelopmentEducationEnvironment

Education Ministry Partners with USAID to Promote Safe and Secure Environment

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has allocated US$625,000 to the youth component of its Partnership for Improved Safety and Security in Schools Programme, in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information (MOEYI). The two-year programme, which began in July 2017 and is slated to end in July 2019, is valued at US$3 million. Project Manager, USAID/MOEYI Partnership...
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Stakeholders attending the International Task Force on Teachers for Education forum, being held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James from November 5 to 9.
Education

Int’l Teacher Task Force Forum Opportunity to Share Ideas

Ministry of Education, Youth and Information Region 4 Director, Dr. Michelle Pinnock, is hailing the staging of the International Task Force (ITF) on Teachers for Education forum, noting that it presents an opportunity for countries to come together to exchange ideas. The TTF’s Annual Meeting and 11th Policy Dialogue Forum is being hosted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the sitting of the House of Representatives on Tuesday (November 6). Looking on is Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister, Hon. Mike Henry.
EducationGender Affairs

Education Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence Being Developed

The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport is collaborating with the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) to develop a ‘No Excuse for Abuse’ public education campaign. The campaign is part of a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), between the Government and the UN Women Multi-Country Office of the Caribbean, entered into...
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