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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point during his 2025/26 Budget Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Thursday (March 20).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point during his 2025/26 Budget Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Thursday (March 20).

Grants ‘BOOST’ for HEART/NSTA Trust STEM Graduates

Commencing April 2025, HEART/NSTA Trust graduates in level-four Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)-related courses will be eligible for grants of up to $300,000 to purchase specialised tools or software to kick-start their businesses. The grants will be provided under...
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The National College for Educational Leadership (NCEL) Logo.

NCEL Unveils Five New Programmes and Products to Empower Educators and School Leaders
Minister of Education, Youth, Skills and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (left), and Executive Director, American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Inc., Caron Chung, share a moment with Eltham High School student Romario Morrison (second left) and Waterford Primary School student Taneice Webster, during the launch of the Reskilling Teachers Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in STEM Education to Raise Students’ Maths Identity (RAISE) Initiative on Wednesday (March 19). The launch of the programme, which aims to improve mathematics performance across 20 schools, was held at the Education Ministry in Kingston.
Minister of Education, Youth, Skills and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (left), and Executive Director, American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Inc., Caron Chung, share a moment with Eltham High School student Romario Morrison (second left) and Waterford Primary School student Taneice Webster, during the launch of the Reskilling Teachers Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in STEM Education to Raise Students’ Maths Identity (RAISE) Initiative on Wednesday (March 19). The launch of the programme, which aims to improve mathematics performance across 20 schools, was held at the Education Ministry in Kingston.

Education Ministry Aims To ‘RAISE’ Students’ Performance In Mathematics
Students at the St. Catherine-based José Martí Technical High School, show off awards for achievement in academics, sports, and other areas. They are (from left) Chayanne Daley, Chevaughn Johnson, Sanique Roberts, Carlus Evans, and Ashawna Sibbles.
Students at the St. Catherine-based José Martí Technical High School, show off awards for achievement in academics, sports, and other areas. They are (from left) Chayanne Daley, Chevaughn Johnson, Sanique Roberts, Carlus Evans, and Ashawna Sibbles.

Hard Work Pays Off for José Martí Technical Students
Peta Gay Hodges (second right) from the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Public Relations and Marketing Department, shares tips and insights with members of the Edith Dalton James High School Media Club during a recent exposition at the institution in Kingston. At right is Shanna K. Salmon, also from the Public Relations and Marketing Department. The JIS team members spoke to the students about the variety of careers available in media and provided hands-on experience of working with some of the technology and equipment utilised in the field.
Peta Gay Hodges (second right) from the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Public Relations and Marketing Department, shares tips and insights with members of the Edith Dalton James High School Media Club during a recent exposition at the institution in Kingston. At right is Shanna K. Salmon, also from the Public Relations and Marketing Department. The JIS team members spoke to the students about the variety of careers available in media and provided hands-on experience of working with some of the technology and equipment utilised in the field.

PHOTO: JIS Public Relations and Marketing Team Visits Edith Dalton James High

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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (third left), interacts with participants during Wednesday’s (March 19) launch of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Education in Schools Programme at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston. From left are Micro:bit Educational Foundation Global Partnerships Director, Melanie Washington; British Council Country Director, Damion Campbell; British Council Caribbean Regional Director, Americas, Joanna Burke; Camperdown Primary and Infant School students, Daniel Walters and Ondrej McLeod; and Lister Mair Gilby High School student, Yashieka Wray.
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British Council Launches GB£1.7M Three-Year STEAM Education in Schools Programme

More than 800 primary and secondary institutions across Jamaica are set to benefit from a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Education in Schools Programme over the next three years. The GB£1.7-million programme is an initiative of the British Council, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, e-Learning Jamaica Limited, National Education Trust (NET) and...
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Boundbrook Primary School mounts an interesting display at the Portland 4-H Clubs Parish Achievement Expo 2025 at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) on March 11.
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Versatility of Breadfruit on Display at Portland 4-H Clubs Expo

From culinary delights to innovative pharmaceutical products, the versatility of the breadfruit was on display at this year’s Parish Achievement Expo of the Portland 4-H Clubs. The event, held at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) on March 11 focused on the theme ‘Youth in Agriculture: Shaping the New FACE of Food’. It was an exciting culmination of...
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University of the West Indies (UWI) Pro Vice-Chancellor, Graduate Studies and Research, Professor Aldrie Henry-Lee.
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UWI Professor Calls for Sustained Investment in Research and Development in Caribbean

There is a fundamental need for sustained investment in research and development in the Caribbean, says University of the West Indies (UWI) Pro Vice-Chancellor, Graduate Studies and Research, Professor Aldrie Henry-Lee. She noted that across the globe, leading universities dedicate significant resources to research and development, recognising it as a key driver for economic growth and societal development. Professor Henry-Lee...
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University of the West Indies (UWI) Pro Vice-Chancellor, Graduate Studies and Research, Professor Aldrie Henry-Lee.
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Jamaicans Encouraged to Pursue PhD Studies

Jamaicans are being encouraged to pursue PhD studies to tackle pressing Caribbean challenges. University of the West Indies (UWI) Pro Vice-Chancellor, Graduate Studies and Research, Professor Aldrie Henry-Lee, has advised that there has been a decline in the number of registered PhD students at the Mona Campus in St. Andrew. “In academic year 2019 to 2020, there were 217 registered...
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Members of the Girl Guides movement march to the Cathedral of St. Jago de la Vega in Spanish Town, St. Catherine on Sunday (March 16), for the National Church Service to launch the 110th anniversary of Girl Guiding in Jamaica. The service was held under the theme ‘Empowering Girls, Enriching Lives: 110 Years of Guiding’.
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PHOTOS: 110th Anniversary of Girl Guiding in Jamaica

Members of the Girl Guides movement march to the Cathedral of St. Jago de la Vega in Spanish Town, St. Catherine on Sunday (March 16), for the National Church Service to launch the 110th anniversary of Girl Guiding in Jamaica. The service was held under the theme ‘Empowering Girls, Enriching Lives: 110 Years of Guiding’.
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Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (seated, left) along with (seated from second left) Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International (SRI) Adam Stewart; Commissioner of Police, Dr. Kevin Blake; Senior Corporate Director of the Sandals Corporation University (SCU), Dr. Luz Longsworth; and Deputy Commissioner of Police, Warren Clarke, share a moment with the high-ranking officers of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Area One police division who were awarded certificates after participating in SCU’s Leadership Training Initiative. Occasion was the certificate presentation ceremony for the programme which was held on Thursday (March 13) at Sandals Montego Bay in St. James.
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210 Police Officers Receive Leadership Training From Sandals Corporate University

Some 210 high ranking members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) in the Area One police division, have received certificates after completing the pilot phase of Sandals Corporate University’s (SCU) Leadership Training Initiative. The Area One police division comprises Trelawny, St. James, Hanover, and Westmoreland. The course is a collaboration between the two entities and provided members of the force...
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Chief Executive Officer of e-Learning Jamaica Company Limited, Andrew Lee.
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E-Learning Jamaica Celebrates 20 Years

e-Learning Jamaica Company Limited (e-LJAM) will be celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, under the theme ‘20 Years of Transformation and Digital Innovation: Powering EdTech in Jamaica’. Since its inception, e-Learning Jamaica has played a pivotal role in revolutionizing education across the island by integrating cutting-edge technology into classrooms Chief Executive Officer of e-LJAM, Andrew Lee told JIS News that...
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