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Custos of Manchester, Garfield Green, addresses a function to launch the 2024/05 academic year in the parish and unveil a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education Programme, held recently at the Winston Jones High School.

Custos of Manchester Unveils STEM Education Programme

The Office of the Custos of Manchester has launched a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education Programme, aimed at fostering critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills among students in the parish. The objective is to prepare young minds for...

Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the opening of the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) World Congress at the Hilton Rose Hall Resort and Spa in Montego Bay, St. James, on September 25.

Minister Williams Commends CCCJ’s Role in Advancing Higher Education

Students of the Seaward Primary and Infant School display their project, ‘Farm and Solar’, during the Scientific Research Council’s Annual Science Fair at Hope Zoo in Kingston on Thursday (September 26).

PHOTOS: SRC Science Fair

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

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.

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Education Minister Projects Improved Performance in CSEC Maths for 2025

Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams, is projecting that the performance of Jamaican students in Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) Mathematics will return to pre-pandemic levels next year. Only 39 per cent of students received a passing grade in the May/June 2024 sitting. “That’s a very low number. It was low in the Caribbean as well, and as...

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USF to Assist with Restoring Computer Labs at Bustamante High School

The Universal Service Fund (USF) has committed to assist with restoring two computer labs at Bustamante High School in Clarendon, following a devastating early-morning fire on Tuesday (September 24). “They had 130 laptops in it, and they are gone, but we have to rebuild. When things like that happen, it makes you very sad because it is a step back....

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.

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Education Minister Emphasises Significance of Civics in Schools

The Government is placing a lot of emphasis on Civics education to tackle behavioural issues among students, says Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams. Addressing the ceremonial reopening of schools in Manchester, on September 24, at the Winston Jones High School, she said the country has witnessed sporadic episodes of violent and antisocial behaviour among a handful of...

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...

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...

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...

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...