Roger Marvin Bent is from Top Hill in the parish of St. Elizabeth. He was educated at During his active undergraduate years at The UWI, Mr. Bent served in several key leadership positions including External Affairs Chairman for Chancellor Hall and the Guild of Students; as well as Vice- President of the Guild, and Guild President from 2008 to 2009. Commuting Student Advisor and Assistant Coordinator of the UWI Debating Society are also areas in which he served as a post-graduate student. The impact of his student involvement and activism extended beyond the university campus, as he was instrumental in initiating several student-based outreach programmes, which benefited residents in communities of Wildman Street, Mountain View and Windward Road, in the Corporate Area. The Wildman Street Educational Programme, Peace Management Initiative and Help Our People Excel programmes in which Mr. Bent was involved, inspired and motivated residents in the respective communities to be the architects of their own destinies. Young people and adults from these communities were prepared for the CXC examinations, free of cost, by students of The UWI. Mr. Bent was also involved in the Roots to Haiti Regionalism and Academic Exchange Programme, which was designed to bridge the gap and increase understanding between Jamaican and Haitian universities. He is an assistant Pastor at the Mr. Roger Bent, it is with pride and confidence that the members of the Governor-General’s Achievement Awards Committee of St. Elizabeth have selected you as a worthy recipient of the Governor-General’s Youth Award for Excellence for 2010.
Janell Wright has lived her life by the mantra that “a young girl from humble beginnings can be whatever she wants to be.” This is reflected in her many academic achievements and social involvement through community service. Born in A goal-oriented and dynamic student leader, she has served as Prefect, Student Council representative and Head Girl at She was awarded a five-year scholarship from the South Florida Chapter of the St. Elizabeth Technical High School Alumni for her outstanding academic performance from Grade 7 through to Grade 11. After sixth form, she received a scholarship from the Miss Wright has participated in the National Youth Parliament Debate; and was rated most outstanding Public Speaker for the parish of St. Elizabeth by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission. In addition, she holds the enviable position of having been selected to represent She is unequivocally a hardworking, dedicated, intelligent, focused and organised individual who with confidence, has achieved much, and is undoubtedly a role model for other young people. Miss Janell Wright, it is with pride and confidence that the members of the Governor-General’s Achievement Awards Committee of St. Elizabeth have selected you as a worthy recipient of the Governor-General’s Youth Award for Excellence for 2010.
The Reverend Father Dr. Barrington Cromwell Buchanan was born in Sandy Bank, St. Elizabeth in April 1951. Rev. Buchanan’s life has been one of triumph over adversity and is an inspiration to many, especially those affected by disability. At age three he suffered permanent disability after contracting poliomyelitis, but this did not deter him from achieving his professional and academic goals. He enrolled in the Sandy Bay Primary School in 1960 and was transported to school on a handcart each morning by his father. He attended Mico Teachers’ College, now The Mico University College, from 1970 to 1973; and simultaneously received a Certificate in Drama from the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts. His quest for higher education and achievements also took him to the United Theological College of the West Indies, The University of the West Indies, and Birmingham University in the United Kingdom. He attained the pinnacle of his academic pursuit when he successfully completed doctoral studies in Educational Leadership at the University of Bath in the United Kingdom. The high-point of his professional career was his appointment as Principal of the Reverend Buchanan’s involvement in outreach activities spans communities and organisations in Jamaica and the United Kingdom. He was an Assistant Priest at St. Mary Hampton in Arden Birmingham and preached at several churches in the United States, Ireland and the Channel Islands. A member of the Combined Disabilities Association since 1981, Reverend Buchanan has represented Jamaica at the World Conference on Disabilities in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and at the Regional Conference of Disabilities in Uruguay in 1988 and 1990 respectively. He has also served as a Board Member of the Manchester Parents’ Association of Disabled Children and Vice-President of the Mandeville School of Hope. He is the recipient of several awards for his outstanding contribution to education and community service. Reverend Father Dr. Barrington Cromwell Buchanan, it is with pride and confidence that your colleagues and the members of the Governor-General’s Achievement Awards Committee of St. Elizabeth have selected you as a worthy recipient of the Governor-General’s Achievement Award for 2010.
Mrs. Marsha Imghard Smalling has always been motivated to become active in nation-building. She became involved in the teaching profession and has found this the best way to make her contribution. Believing that holistic development is critical to personal empowerment, this patriotic young lady works closely with young men in her community to encourage literacy, while acting as a project manager for the construction of a two-bedroom home for a family in need. Mrs. Smalling has always demonstrated a positive attitude and strong work ethic in both her professional and personal life. She has pursued her educational qualifications with a view to becoming a better teacher and administrator. She has volunteered in and around her community to uplift others. Born on March 10, 1976 in Richmond Park, Clarendon, Mrs. Smalling attended the Richmond Park Primary, then moved on to Glenmuir High School. She attained a Diploma in Business Studies, Bachelors of Education Degree in Business Studies and a Masters Degree in Educational Administration and she is now a candidate for her PhD. Marsha Imghard Smalling, it is with pride and confidence that your colleagues and the members of the Governor-General’s Achievement Award Committee of St. Elizabeth have selected you as a worthy recipient of the Governor-General’s Youth Award for Excellence for the parish of St. Elizabeth in the year 2009.
Noel Forbes Matherson is a young man in pursuit of excellence and whose methodology for life includes persistence and consistency in his academics. He is also committed to being a well-rounded student and has gained the respect of his peers and the staff members at his high school Munro College. Mr. Forbes is very involved in his school and holds many positions of responsibility and is also active in community service. He is described by his Vice Principal as multi-faceted and an impressive student leader. His academic achievements include two distinctions and four credits at the CSEC level. He has also spearheaded philanthropic activities, including a canned food drive for the Santa Cruz Infirmary and a toy drive for the children at the Black River Hospital. Born in Kingston on October 12, 1989, Mr. Forbes has an intrinsic drive to serve his fellow man and hopes to pursue a career in the medical field. His education at Munro College has facilitated a holistic approach to his life view by encouraging his charitable nature, academic pursuits and involvement in Christian fellowship. Noel Forbes Matherson, it is with pride and confidence that the members of the Governor-General’s Achievement Award Committee of St. Elizabeth have selected you as a worthy recipient of the Governor-General’s Youth Award for Excellence for the parish of St. Elizabeth in the year 2009.
Mrs. Rudge Russell is by training a teacher, but she is also a leader in her community, one who is respected and sought after for advice. Her extensive involvement in community service through the Kiwanis Club and the Sharon Baptist Church in Santa Cruz is complemented by her position as a Justice of the Peace. Mrs. Russell became the first female member of the Kiwanis Club of Santa Cruz and held the post of President. She has received several awards from the Kiwanis Club including Outstanding Leadership Service from 1996 to 1997. Mrs. Russell has been involved in voluntary service for many years and was presented with a certificate by the Jamaica Council of Voluntary Social Service for her work. Although a successful Mathematics teacher, Mrs. Russell decided to explore a new career in Real Estate. She was awarded for being the Outstanding Agent for 2008 by Thompson, Forbes and Associates of Mandeville. For her contribution to Education and Community Development, Mrs. Russell was presented with an award by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission. It is no surprise that her colleagues have nominated her for yet another distinguished award. Rudge Russell, it is with pride and confidence that your colleagues and the members of the Governor-General’s Achievement Award Committee of St. Elizabeth have selected you as a worthy recipient of the Governor-General’s Achievement Award for the parish of St. Elizabeth in the year 2009.
Mrs. Beryl Rochester’s first award was a Kaiser Scholarship valued at Fifty Pounds Sterling, which contributed to financing her high school education. This retired financial professional’s fount of knowledge and driving ambition to manage money have perpetually grown throughout her career. The daughter of a single mother, who championed the challenging role of parenting with limited resources, is from a family of 12 who understood and appreciated the benefits of remittances from the This daughter of St. Elizabeth, who was born on January 10, 1951, lived with her maternal grandmother during her formative years. Miss Rochester learned to bake bammies, which her mother sold to supplement their budget. As good a change agent as she is a humanitarian, Mrs. Rochester, with the help of her husband, has coordinated several relief projects for indigent persons in St. Elizabeth. She represents the parish on the Board of the Southern Regional Health Authority, and is past Chair of the BB Coke High School Board. She also serves as Treasurer of the Bull Savannah Past Students’ Association Alumni. “Miss Beryl”, as she is affectionately called in her hometown, works with groups of citizens who oversee fund-raising activities for the Friends of the Junction Women’s Centre, a second-chance project for delinquent young women. She also serves as Secretary of a Bi-partisan Committee, which helped to build a Trade Training Centre in Junction, St. Elizabeth. “Miss Beryl” cares for the needy in her community and is highly respected by the St. Elizabeth Care Committee, an organisation that serves the needs of homeless people in that parish. From her own resources, Mrs. Rochester contributes to the welfare of the needy, and travels many miles to ensure that medical, nutritional and social services are provided for the homeless and mentally challenged. Beryl Rochester, the members of the GGAA committee, have selected you as a worthy recipient of the Governor General’s Achievement Award for the parish of St. Elizabeth in the year 2008.
George Constantine Brown, a Justice of the Peace and dedicated founding member of the Kiwanis Club of Santa Cruz, has been a prime mover in the social development of people in his community. He became President of the Club in 1979, and presided over a highly successful regime during his tenure...
The 68-year-old husband and father, Alfred Farquaharson when told that he was this year’s recipient, said quietly that it was a pleasant surprise and that he was elated and honoured.
Albert Lawford Reynolds was born in Round Hill, St. Elizabeth some 70 years ago, the son of a small farmer and one of nine children. He attended Pedro Plains Elementary School and went on to Mico College in 1945, graduating with honours in 1947...
For Basil Hubert Bennett, the recipient of the Governor-General's Award for the parish of St. Elizabeth, service to the country is something that is dear to his heart...
Etla Josephine Sawyers has worked for 29 unbroken years in the health sector as mentor, counsellor, and adviser and yet has not grown weary...
Alma Tedema Chambers is this year’s winner of the Governor-General’s Achievement Award for St. Elizabeth...
Long gone are the days when little Marjorie Joyce Francis replaced her worn-out shoe soles with cardboard...
From a modest background young Locksley Beadle attended Leeds Elementary up to sixth standard...
Caswell Daley is the first of ten children born to the late Cyril & Ruth Daley of Kilmarnock, St. Elizabeth. During his early years, Caswell attended the Kilmarnock and Nightingale Grove Elementary Schools. He subsequently sat and passed the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Jamaica Local Examinations between 1949 and 1951. Then in 1952, he was successful in the 1st Year Teachers’ College examinations. ...
Wilfred Gifford Nembhard was born in St. Elizabeth on April 26, 1948, and is the youngest of six boys. Growing up was not easy as he and his brothers assumed the manly duties of the house due to the death of his father. Living on the farm, up early in the mornings to milk the cows and take the cattle to the pasture, were everyday chores. Walking another two miles back home to get prepared ...
Mr. Austin Levy was born on December 11, 1927 at Barbary Hall District in the parish of St. Elizabeth. He is one of six children. Estranged from his father until age 21, Austin experienced family life with his mother and paternal grandparents. At age 7, he started to contribute to the household completing daily chores, which began at 5 am-milking cows, and then walking them 1½ mile out to ...
The Malvern community in St. Elizabeth has benefited tremendously from the significant contribution made by Enid Hendriks through her unselfish involvement in the activities of a number of educational, civic and religious organizations. Born on October 8, 1930 she was the second of ten children born to housewife, Beatrice Green and railway track worker Cyril Green. Her attendance at elementary ...
The story of Wesley Albert McAdam tells of triumph over poverty and adversity, and a strong determination to succeed, supported by firm Christian principles. Wesley was born in Mulgrave, St. Elizabeth on October 7, 1930. His mother died when he was four years old and an aunt became his guardian. He attended the Mulgrave Elementary School to the fourth class standard. Thereafter, he began to learn ...
Vecas Emmanuel Wint, 68, rector of the St. Elizabeth circuit of Anglican churches, chose a life dedicated to helping others. And for his selfless commitment to his community, he has been selected as the 1999 recipient of the prestigious Governor-General Achievement Award for that parish. Born October 20, 1932 in St. Mary's district, St. Elizabeth, Rev. Wint was the first of 13 boys and three ...
Blessed with a sharp business acumen, the managing director of the Medallion Hall Hotel and Bloomfield Jamaica Ltd., Mr. Glen Bromfield, considers himself to be a self-made man and is proud of it. He enjoys reminiscing about the less-than-glorious boyhood days in the quiet community of Newton in St. Elizabeth, when things were hard to come by. He loves to regale a listener about how his mother - ...
'The Common Entrance Examinations must not be used to measure the ability of students`.
This comment was made by Mr. Dundee Hewitt, former president of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association and past principal of the Balaclava Secondary during an appreciation dinner in honour of himself and his wife for their 14 years of service to the school. Mr. Hewitt said the government should publish the ... |
