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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), conserves with Deputy Executive Chairman of LASCO Affiliated Companies, Peter Chin, during the 2016/17 LASCO Teacher and Principal of the Year awards ceremony, held recently at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), conserves with Deputy Executive Chairman of LASCO Affiliated Companies, Peter Chin, during the 2016/17 LASCO Teacher and Principal of the Year awards ceremony, held recently at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.

Teachers to Play a Role in Maintaining Moral Standards

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says Jamaica’s teachers remain pivotal stakeholders in the national effort to preserve the nation’s moral standards. He contends that while segments of the society were becoming “more accepting” of dastardly acts and incidents...

Gov’t to Make Significant Investments in the Early Childhood Sector
Executive Director of the Jamaica 4-H Clubs, Dr. Ronald Blake (left) shakes hands with Director General in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Don McGlashan (right) during the handing over ceremony for the Rio Tinto Alcan Legacy Fund agriculture scholarship programme on December 2 at the Jamaica 4-H Clubs Headquarters in Kingston. Looking on is second year agricultural student at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education and scholarship beneficiary, Ayanna Creary.
Executive Director of the Jamaica 4-H Clubs, Dr. Ronald Blake (left) shakes hands with Director General in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Don McGlashan (right) during the handing over ceremony for the Rio Tinto Alcan Legacy Fund agriculture scholarship programme on December 2 at the Jamaica 4-H Clubs Headquarters in Kingston. Looking on is second year agricultural student at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education and scholarship beneficiary, Ayanna Creary.

164 Students Receive Scholarships Under the Rio Tinto Alcan Legacy Fund
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid (second left), with participants in the Kingston and St. Andrew Family Court Parenting School, during a parents exposition, held at 55A Duke Street in downtown Kingston, today (December 2). They are (from left) Anne Blake, Salomie Peterkin-Hall, Errol Hall and Nordia Strachan.
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid (second left), with participants in the Kingston and St. Andrew Family Court Parenting School, during a parents exposition, held at 55A Duke Street in downtown Kingston, today (December 2). They are (from left) Anne Blake, Salomie Peterkin-Hall, Errol Hall and Nordia Strachan.

Revamped Values and Attitude Campaign to Begin in 2017
Parent Mentors recite the Affirmation of Parent Mentor Pledge, at the National Parenting Support Commission’s (NPSC) inaugural Parent Mentor Awards ceremony held on November 30 at Waterfalls on Old Hope Road.
Parent Mentors recite the Affirmation of Parent Mentor Pledge, at the National Parenting Support Commission’s (NPSC) inaugural Parent Mentor Awards ceremony held on November 30 at Waterfalls on Old Hope Road.

20 Parent Mentors Honoured by NPSC

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Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid (left), presents the 2016 Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) Roll of Honour award to Juno Gayle (centre) at the award presentation ceremony held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on November 29. Sharing the moment is State Minster, Hon. Floyd Green.
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Senator Reid Hails JTA 2016 Roll of Honour Awardee

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, has hailed 2016 Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) Roll of Honour awardee Juno Gayle as a fine example of excellence, commitment, and integrity in the teaching profession. He noted that Mr. Gayle, who had a 40-year career as an educator, understands that teaching and educational administration require more than just...
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Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (2nd left), interacting with I Believe Initiative (IBI) ambassadors (from left) Daren Miller, Odayne Haughton and Tishawna Mullings, at a luncheon held on November 29 at the Spanish Court Hotel, in New Kingston. Ten young persons were installed as IBI ambassadors for 2016.
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10 Young Persons Selected as IBI Ambassadors

Ten young persons have been selected as ambassadors for positive social change under the Governor-General’s I Believe Initiative (IBI). The IBI is a service-oriented programme, which emphasises youth upliftment, positive family values and education. The 2016 IBI ambassadors were installed at a luncheon held on November 29 at Spanish Court Hotel, in New Kingston. In his address, Governor-General, His Excellency...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), is greeted by Education, Youth and Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid (2nd left), on arrival at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on November 29, for the 2016/17 LASCO Teacher and Principal of the Year awards ceremony. Mr. Holness was the guest speaker. Others (from left) are: LASCO Manufacturing Limited Managing Director, Robert Parkins; and Deputy Executive Chairman of LASCO Affiliated Companies, Peter Chin.
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Effective School Management Requires Principals with Leadership Skills – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says effective school management requires principals who are equipped with the requisite institutional leadership skills, rather than being adept at only instructional delivery. Citing the mandatory National College for Educational Leadership (NCEL) training and certification for teachers aspiring to become school principals, vice principals and middle managers, the Prime Minister said this move...
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The Ministry of Education’s main office, 2 National Heroes Circle.
Education

Education Minister Reiterates Position on School Fees

Education, Youth and information Minister, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, has reiterated the Government’s position that no student must be turned away from school because of non-payment of fees. Addressing the ninth annual conference of the National Parent-Teacher Association of Jamaica (NPAJ), held at St. Hilda’s High School in St. Ann on Saturday (November 26), Minister Reid said the Administration...
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Education, Youth and Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid addresses the 9th annual conference of the National Parent-Teacher Association of Jamaica (NPAJ), held at St. Hilda’s High School in St. Ann, on November 26.
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Every Child will be Given Appropriate Attention – Education Minister

Education, Youth and Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, says the Government will ensure that every child who enters the education system is given the kind of attention to maximise their potential. Addressing the ninth Annual Conference of the National Parent-Teacher Association of Jamaica (NPAJ), at St. Hilda’s High School in St. Ann on November 26, the Minister said...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Floyd Green, greets graduates of the Jamaica Foundation for Lifelong Learning’s (JFFL) High School Diploma Equivalency Programme held recently at the Mona Visitors’ Lodge, St. Andrew.
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Second Chance at Education for Majesty Gardens Residents

Majesty Gardens resident Chisena Campbell is a happy and proud woman. At age 38, the single mother of two has finally attained the academic qualification which eluded her 20 years ago, when she was in high school. She is now in a good job and is able to take care of her family, thanks to the Majesty Gardens Community Education...
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Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, addresses Thursday’s (Nov. 24) session of the 16th Annual Caribbean Bursars Conference at the Holiday Inn Resort in Montego Bay. The four-day event got underway on November 23 under the theme: ‘Accountability … our responsibility.’
Education

Bursars Urged to Uphold Principles of Transparency and Accountability

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, has called on school bursars to adhere to the principles of accountability and transparency in carrying out their work. “The reality is that your work as bursars is being assessed within the broader context of perceptions about corruption.  You must therefore do what you have to do based on...
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