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Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks (right), shares a special moment with the 2024 JHUAN
Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks (right), shares a special moment with the 2024 JHUAN's IMPACT awarded Jamaican architect, Isiaa Madden (second right), who was recognised as an exemplary Howard Alumni for distinction in professional achievements, leadership qualities, and service to her community. Also sharing in the occasion are (from left) Chairman of the Jamaica Howard University Affinity Network (JHUAN), Don Christian, and JHUAN’s executive member, Dr Jacquelin Watson. Ms. Madden received her award at the organisation's sixth HUes of Blue fundraising event held on Saturday, September 21, at the Ambassador’s residence in Maryland.

Jamaican Students at Howard University Awarded US$102,000 In Scholarships

Twenty-five students of Jamaican heritage attending Howard University were, last Saturday, the recipients of scholarships valued at US$102,000 from the Jamaica Howard University Affinity Network (JHUAN). Each awardee received US$4,000 to assist in offsetting their requirements. In addition, two students,...
Education and Youth Minister, Hon Fayval Williams (centre), and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr. Kasan Troupe (left), interact with (from left) Overseas Examinations Commission (OEC) Chairman, Brian Bennett-Easy and Executive Director, Hector Stephenson; and Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby. The event was the recent ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of the OEC’s new state of the art multipurpose facility at the entity’s Manhattan Road complex in Kingston.
Education and Youth Minister, Hon Fayval Williams (centre), and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr. Kasan Troupe (left), interact with (from left) Overseas Examinations Commission (OEC) Chairman, Brian Bennett-Easy and Executive Director, Hector Stephenson; and Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby. The event was the recent ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of the OEC’s new state of the art multipurpose facility at the entity’s Manhattan Road complex in Kingston.

OEC Pursuing E-Testing Infrastructure Buildout
Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (left), delivers the keynote address during Thursday’s (September 26) Rotary Club of Kingston luncheon meeting held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. Looking on are members of the club’s executive (from second left) President, Sixto Coy; Secretary Sasha Innis; and Sergeant at Arms, Karsten Johnson.
Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (left), delivers the keynote address during Thursday’s (September 26) Rotary Club of Kingston luncheon meeting held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. Looking on are members of the club’s executive (from second left) President, Sixto Coy; Secretary Sasha Innis; and Sergeant at Arms, Karsten Johnson.

Education Minister Projects Improved Performance in CSEC Maths for 2025
Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (left), delivers the keynote address during Thursday’s (September 26) Rotary Club of Kingston luncheon meeting held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. Looking on are members of the club’s executive (from second left) President, Sixto Coy; Secretary Sasha Innis; and Sergeant at Arms, Karsten Johnson.
Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (left), delivers the keynote address during Thursday’s (September 26) Rotary Club of Kingston luncheon meeting held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. Looking on are members of the club’s executive (from second left) President, Sixto Coy; Secretary Sasha Innis; and Sergeant at Arms, Karsten Johnson.

USF to Assist with Restoring Computer Labs at Bustamante High School
Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (right, seated), engages with students at the Winston Jones High School in Manchester on September 24, during the ceremonial reopening of schools in the parish. At left is Custos of Manchester, Hon. Garfield Green.
Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (right, seated), engages with students at the Winston Jones High School in Manchester on September 24, during the ceremonial reopening of schools in the parish. At left is Custos of Manchester, Hon. Garfield Green.

Education Minister Emphasises Significance of Civics in Schools

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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz.
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JUTC to Resume Transportation of CMU Students to Campus

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) will resume the transportation of Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) students to disembark on campus. Making the announcement at yesterday’s (September 24) sitting of the House of Representatives, Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, said the decision follows discussions with the JUTC amid safety concerns. “I received a message from a...
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Director of Arts Development and Training, Jamaica Cultural Development Commission, Andrew Brodber.
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Marcus Garvey Award for Excellence in Performing Arts to Be Announced Oct. 1

The winner of the Marcus Garvey Award for Excellence in the Performing Arts will be announced on Tuesday, October 1 at the Little Theatre, Arthur Wint Drive in Kingston. Five top institutions have been nominated for this year’s Award, including the Godfrey Stewart Performing Arts Society, Green Island High School, Port Antonio Theatre Group, Ardenne High School and St. Jago...
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Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams, converses with Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) President, Professor Andrew Spencer, during a Media Day press briefing at the institution’s main campus at Palisadoes Park in Kingston, on Monday (September 23).
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Caribbean Maritime University to Establish Campus in Suriname

The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) has announced a groundbreaking partnership to establish a campus in Suriname. This collaboration with the Maritime Authority of Suriname (MAS) and Suriname Foundation for Logistics Training (FLT), aims to bring world-class maritime and logistics education to the region and provide new training and career opportunities for Suriname’s workforce. The announcement was made during a Media...
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Executive Director of the Early Childhood Commission (ECC), Dr. Karlene DeGrasse-Deslandes (left) and Board Chair of the Digicel Foundation, Joy Clark, play with students in the ball pit in the sensory room, which adjoins the new inclusive classroom at the Salvation Army Arthur Wint Basic School in Lucea, Hanover. The classroom, which is part of the ECC’s Inclusive Legacy Project in collaboration was Digicel Foundation, was officially handed over on September 18.
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Salvation Army Arthur Wint Basic School Gets Inclusive Classroom

The Early Childhood Commission (ECC) has handed over a newly retrofitted inclusive classroom to the Salvation Army Arthur Wint Basic School in Lucea, Hanover. Done in partnership with the Digicel Foundation, the facility forms part of the ECC’s Inclusive Legacy Project. The classroom, which includes an adjoining sensory room, can accommodate some 20 students and is equipped with all the...
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Principal of Sam Sharpe Teachers’ College, Ricardo Bennett, delivers remarks during the recent 50th anniversary media launch at the institution’s campus in Granville, St. James.
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Sam Sharpe Teachers’ College to Mark 50th Anniversary with Year-Long Celebrations

Sam Sharpe Teachers’ College in St. James will host a year-long slate of activities to mark its 50th anniversary. The events, which, along with an anniversary logo, were unveiled during a recent media launch at the institution, will be held under the theme ‘Celebrating Excellence, Advancing the Legacy’. These engagements will commence on the anniversary date, September 29, 2024 and...
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Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams, greets Excelsior Community College Principal, Philmore McCarthy, during the institution’s 50th anniversary church service on Sunday (September 22). The service was held at Vineyard Town Methodist Church in Kingston. With them are: Member of Parliament for St. Andrew South Eastern, Julian Robinson (second right); and Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.
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PHOTOS: Excelsior Community College 50th Anniversary Church Service

Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams, greets Excelsior Community College Principal, Philmore McCarthy, during the institution’s 50th anniversary church service on Sunday (September 22). The service was held at Vineyard Town Methodist Church in Kingston. With them are: Member of Parliament for St. Andrew South Eastern, Julian Robinson (second right); and Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.
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State Minister in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn (third left), is assisted in planting a tree during Friday’s (September 20) launch of the Peace Gardens in Schools Competition, at Kingston High School. The initiative is a collaboration between the Ministry of Education and Youth and the Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA). Observing (from left) are Director of Safety and Security in Schools, Ministry of Education and Youth, Richard Troupe; Chair, Violence Prevention Alliance, Dr. Elizabeth Ward; and Kingston High School Principal, Jermaine Luten, and students, Amoy Gibbs and D
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Peace Gardens In Schools Competition Launched

KINGSTON, Sep. 21 (JIS): The Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Youth, on Friday (September 20), launched the Peace Gardens in Schools Competition. The initiative will target approximately 100 schools across seven of the Ministry’s Regions, focusing on institutions experiencing significant levels of violence and those located in vulnerable communities. Participating schools will complete...
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