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KINGSTON — Of the 2,600 Early Childhood Institutions (ECI) located across Jamaica, 31 of them are fully subsidized by the government, while the others are partially subsidized. The 32nd ECI to fall in that category for full subsidy was taken onboard on Friday September 9, when the Sandals Foundation handed over the Culloden Early Childhood Institute, located in Westmoreland, to...

KINGSTON — Minister of Education, Hon. Andrew Holness, says the 20011/2012 school year began on September 5 with few glitches. Mr. Holness pointed out that of the more than 1,000 schools; he was exposed to only 20 complaints. “Credit must be given to the hardworking principals, vice principals, teachers, ancillary staff, administrative staff and the staff at the Ministry of...

MONTEGO BAY — Trelawny, and its main town, Falmouth, got another boost Wednesday September 7, when the University of Technology (UTech) officially opened its western campus at the Greenfield Stadium. Speaking at the opening ceremony, President of UTech, Professor Errol Morrison, said that the university has entered into an agreement with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture for the...

KINGSTON — The Bethel Apostolic Basic School, located on South Camp Road, in Kingston, has received educational supplies, including books and pencils, from the Anti-Corruption Branch of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). Head of  the  Branch,  Assistant Commissioner of  Police (ACP), Justin Felice, who handed over  the supplies on September 7, at the school, told JIS News that the Bethel ...

KINGSTON — Health Minister, Hon. Rudyard Spencer, is appealing to parents to ensure that their children, particularly those five years and under, are fully immunised for the new school year. “The youngsters must be fully immunised as required by law. If you are not sure your child is fully immunised, bring him/her to the health centre, and a health worker...

KINGSTON — Minister of Education, Hon. Andrew Holness, says the spirit of volunteerism is critical to nation building and must be encouraged across all sectors of society. He was speaking on September 2 at the swearing-in ceremony for the 82nd batch of Peace Corps volunteers held at the United States (US) Embassy’s Old Hope Road headquarters in Kingston. He stated...

KINGSTON — The Ministry of Education is seeking to fast-track its efforts to partner with the private sector in the build-out of needed schools, even as budgetary constraints limit the government’s ability to satisfy demand for additional school places. This was stated by Minister of Education, Hon Andrew Holness, as he addressed Scotia Bank's scholarship awards luncheon, held at the...

KINGSTON — The Ministry of Education says that all systems are in an "advanced stage of readiness" for the start of the new school year on Monday September 5. Addressing a back-to-school press conference at his National Heroes Circle offices in Kingston yesterday, portfolio Minister, Hon. Andrew Holness said that the Ministry has done all it can, from the funds...

KINGSTON — Getting the new school year off to a good start can influence children's attitude, confidence and performance, both socially and academically. The transition from summer holidays to September is often difficult for both children and parents, because holidays are carefree, while back-to-school means a more structured environment. Although children may be eager to return to school, they must...

KINGSTON — As parents and guardians make final arrangements for the new academic year, which begins on Monday, September 5, the Road Safety Unit (RSU) is appealing for road safety rules to be incorporated into the preparations. Speaking with JIS News, Acting Education and Information Officer at the RSU, Da’Reon Sevanell, says it is important to educate children how to...

MONTEGO BAY — Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Audrey Sewell, has lauded the men and women, who volunteer their time and efforts to serve on school boards across the island. “You…have signaled to us in the Ministry of Education that the spirit of volunteerism and patriotism is still strong and alive in this country, because unlike your counterparts,...

MONTEGO BAY — Minister of Tourism and Member of Parliament for East Central St. James, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has allocated some $11.25 million for scholarships to teachers in training, books and uniforms for students in the area, and to assist the Spot Valley High School's sixth form computer programme. According to Mr. Bartlett, all these projects have been made possible...