Gregory Park Primary improves in numeracy and literacy
Principal of the school, Richard Williams, told JIS News that when he took over the leadership of the…
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Student Loan Bureau to fund short certification courses
She made the remarks during a Higher Education Summit, held at Mona Visitor’s Lodge, at the…
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230 schools to begin preparations for primary specialist model September
Speaking at a JIS Think Tank on Wednesday (June 5), Chair of the Primary Specialist Teacher Model…
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Sanjay Thompson becomes first Jamaican to receive Global Swede Award
The former St Jago High School alumnus was among 26 high-achieving international scholars to be given the coveted recognition at the annual…
- | Diaspora, Education
Improving Horizon Park Primary and Infant scores 91% on ECC standards rating
Chairperson of the ECC, Trisha Williams-Singh, says the school moved from a score of 31 per cent to 91 per cent, towards achieving all 12…
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Teacher of 38 years says job goes beyond the classroom
Principal of the St. Aloysius Primary School, Althea Palmer, notes that the job of a teacher goes beyond the classroom.
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Jamaican student from Old Harbour nominated for the Global Swede Award
His nomination came about after two years of excellent academic achievements, extracurricular engagements and utilising his natural gift to…
- | Diaspora, Education
JPS partners with Kiki Thombs to empower the next generation of female leaders
Speaking at a recent book signing that was hosted by JPS Foundation with girls from across Spanish Town and Kingston, KiKi spoke about…
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JPS Foundation announces US$10,000 scholarship for electrical engineering student
Since 2016, the JPS Foundation has been sponsoring the sitting of the CSEC Industrial Technology (Electrical) exam, and eligible students for…
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Campbell’s Castle Primary School community welcomes new $51m building
The two-storey building comprises four classrooms, a computer laboratory, principal’s office, staff room, bathrooms, a storeroom, and…
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Mathematics Teacher of the Year on mission to help underperforming students
In an interview with JIS News, Mrs. Mundell-Thomas says during her reign, she wants to impart to other teachers the non-traditional…
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New curriculum for intellectually challenged students
The document, which replaces the curriculum that was developed by the Jamaica Association on Intellectual Disabilities (JAID), focuses on…
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Rock River Primary outfitted with $10m modern learning centre
The $10-million facility houses a library and computer room outfitted with laptop and desktop computers, multimedia projector, teaching…
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PHOTOS: Jamaica Day
Here are some highlights from Marlie Mount Primary School situated here in Old Harbour.
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PHOTO: Monsignor Colin Bryan Prep representing at Junior Debate International
Thirty-four primary institutions – inclusive of prep and primary schools – will compete throughout…
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