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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Shahine Robinson (right), presents mother of five, Sara Lemonious, with a cheque. Occasion was the handover of cheques under the Ministry’s Back-to-School grant for the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) beneficiaries on Friday (August 16) at the Ministry, in Kingston. The Ministry will be disbursing $569.289 million to 162,654 children registered under PATH.

162,654 PATH Children to Get Back-to-School Grant

A total of 162,654 children who are registered with the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) will benefit from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s Back-to-School grant programme. The Ministry will be disbursing $569.289 million to several...

A student having her weight checked by Community Health Aides, Latoya Murray (left) and Ardett Vernon, during the St. James Public Health Services staging of the second annual ‘Food Safety and Back-to-School Fair’, held at Pier One in Montego Bay on Friday, August 16.

Children From Montego Bay Benefit From Free Medical Checks

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green, receives a gift basket from former scholarship recipient, Shannaia McDowell, following his keynote address at the Gateway Co-operative Credit Union sponsored Enid Gonzales Primary Exit Profile (PEP) Scholarship luncheon and awards Ceremony, in Montego Bay, on August 15.

Students Entering High School Better Prepared in Critical Thinking – State Minister

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (standing right), looks on as Executive Director, Council of Community Colleges of Jamaica, Dr. Donna Powell Wilson (seated left), signs one of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to provide training and work experience for young people across the island. The signing took place on Thursday (August 15) at Terra Nova Hotel in St. Andrew. Also observing are Country Representative, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Jamaica, Jason Fraser (seated right); Executive Director, Bureau of Standards Jamaica, Hopeton Heron (standing left); and Country Programme Director, Advance Programme, Ruth Chisholm.

Young People to Benefit From Training to Boost Employment

Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Dr. Grace McLean (right), makes a presentation to Abrianna Greaves (centre) from Servite Primary in Brown’s Town, St. Ann, who was named the top performing girl at the Noranda Jamaica Bauxite Partners' Primary Exit Profile (PEP) awards ceremony at the Port Rhoades Sports Club, Discovery Bay, St. Ann, on Thursday, August 15. Sharing in the moment is Vice President and General Manager at the company, Delroy Dell.

All in Place for Smooth Start to School Year – Dr. McLean

Chairperson of the Caribbean Scout Secretariat, Zaida Joaquin, addresses the the opening ceremony for the 15th Caribbean Cuboree, held recently at the Ocho Rios High School in St. Ann.

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Adults Urged to “Discipline With Love”

Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, is imploring adults to desist from using corporal punishment as a means of discipline. “Some adults believe that children cannot learn unless you beat them. I want to say to all adults that those days are behind us. It is time we stop maltreating our youngsters,...

Minister without Portfolio with responsibility for the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Karl Samuda (second right), greets Chairman of the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) Children’s Advisory Panel (CAP), Matthew McHayle (right), at the opening ceremony of the fourth staging of the biennial National Children’s Summit (NCS), held at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston, on Thursday (August 15). Others (from left) are: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Jamaica Representative, Mariko Kagoshima, and Chief Executive Officer, CPFSA, Rosalee Gage Grey. The Summit, organised by the CPFSA, brings together children between 12 and 17 years of age from across the island (mainly wards of the State) and different interest groups. It creates an atmosphere for learning, exchange of ideas, developing and strengthening social skills.

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Children in State Care Participate in National Summit

Children from several private and Government-owned residential child care facilities received valuable life skills training and career advice, at the fourth staging of the biennial National Children’s Summit (NCS) 2019, organised by the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA). The event, held Thursday (August 15), at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston, featured several concurrent sessions and presentations which...

Members of the Tivoli Gardens Dance Troupe perform at the opening of the fourth staging of the biennial National Children’s Summit (NCS), held at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston, on Thursday (August 15). The Summit, organised by the CPFSA, brings together children between 12 and 17 years of age from across the island (mainly wards of the State) and different interest groups. It creates an atmosphere for learning, exchange of ideas, developing and strengthening social skills.

7 years ago Youth

CEO Says CPFSA Remains Steadfast in Mandate to Protect Children

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA), Rosalee Gage-Grey, says the agency remains steadfast in its mandate of protecting children from harm and ensuring their well-being. “We ensure that their voices are heard and they are never silenced or forced to live in fear. We guarantee you our children, that the policies impacting your...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the Jamaica National Commission-United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (JNC-UNESCO) Youth Advisory Committee speed mentorship session at the Hotel Four Seasons in St. Andrew on August 14. Seated at right is Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., who is Chairman of the Youth Advisory Committee.

7 years ago Youth

New Youth Leaders Benefit from Mentoring Session

The new cohort of youth ambassadors and volunteers under the Jamaica National Commission-United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (JNC-UNESCO) have benefited from a speed mentoring session aimed at better equipping them to carry out their roles. The activity, held at the Hotel Four Seasons in St. Andrew, was organised by the Youth Advisory Committee of the JNC-UNESCO, which falls...

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No Child Should Be Denied Education Due To Fees – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says no child should be denied access to an education due to obligatory prohibitive fees being charged by schools. “I’m not saying that the parents must not contribute, but sometimes, we miss the bigger picture (which) is to make sure that no child, regardless of the income status of your household is in...

Mayor of Kingston, Senator Councillor Delroy Williams (back row, 8th left), and members of the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC), share a moment with the 2018-2019 KSAMC Junior Council members following the completion of their orientation in November 2018. The Junior Council will be hosting an expo and back-to-school treat for the residents of the Rollington Town community in Kingston on August 22, as their major project for the year.

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KSAMC Junior Council to Host Back-to-School Treat

The Junior Council of the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) will be hosting an expo and back-to-school treat for the residents of the Rollington Town community in Kingston. The event, under the theme: ‘Protecting the Vulnerable: Establishing Hope through Local Government’, will take place on Thursday (August 22) at the Rollington Town Primary School from 11:00 a.m. to...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, interacts with children taking part in a Ministry-sponsored summer camp at the Whitfield Town Primary School, in Kingston, recently. The stress management camp focused on music, sports, technology and parenting.

7 years ago Youth

More Than 180 Children Benefit From Stress Management Camps

More than 180 children from Kingston and St. James benefitted from a summer programme in the HeartMath pilot project, organised by the Ministry of National Security, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information. HeartMath is a stress management system that helps persons synchronise their brain and heart for optimal stress resistance and mental performance. According to the...