Art in Preparatory Schools
This year’s Art in School themed, “Nostalgia Pre-Independence Jamaica” was held in recognition of Jamaica’s fiftieth anniversary of independence. The students were encouraged, under the theme to depict in their various art works what independence meant to them. The results were amazing, students created 2d objects such as masks, coal pots and coal stoves. There were …
2012-A Year of Celebration!
JUNIOR CENTRE: Celebrating our children in 2012 Our agenda for 2012 is to celebrate our children concurrently as we celebrate our 50th year of Jamaican Independence. Our independence marks the achievements that our nation has made in the social, cultural and economic realm. However, our children are charged with the responsibility of promoting and preserving our …
Jahaila Harley
My time spent at the Institute of Jamaica Junior Centre was wonderful. I enjoyed being there and I looked forward to going there every evening after school “rain or shine”. I started at the Half Way Tree Junior Centre in summer 2005 when one of my mom’s friends told her about it. On the …
Tashana Blair
Confidently aspiring I am Tashana Angelete Blair, a studious, talented, intelligent, adventurous, determined thirteen (13) year old who attends Campion College. I am an aspiring business woman who has great interest in photography, enjoys reading motivational novels, singing, browsing the internet and socializing. My philosophy states ‘never limit your challenges but always challenge your limits.’ …
Javaughn Williams
The next Van Goh? Javaughn Williams, 11 years old, is a testament to the Centre’s motto of ‘unlocking potential…transforming lives’. He started attending the Greater Portmore Junior Centre approximately two years ago, and according to his grandparents, has shown an improvement in his school work, in his behaviour and in his socializing ability. Javaughn is …
Alessandra Abel
My Experience at the Junior Centre I attended the Half-Way-Tree Junior Centre for approximately two years, and would have to say that I enjoyed my time spent there I was Child of the Year for 2008. The programmes they have for the children include: dancing, music, sign language, art, needle crafts, reading and a …
Alessandra Abel
My Experience at the Junior Centre I attended the Half-Way-Tree Junior Centre for approximately two years, and would have to say that I enjoyed my time spent there I was Child of the Year for 2008. The programmes they have for the children include: dancing, music, sign language, art, needle crafts, reading and a …
Achievements
Entry in the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) visual and performing arts festival competitions has been one of the major benefits for students who attend the Junior Centres. Exposure to external competitions allows students the advantage of participating in an experience that builds courage and self esteem;developing confidence and increasing creative awareness in themselves and others. The Junior …
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Testimonials
Alessandra Abel shares… I attended the Half-Way-Tree Junior Centre for approximately two years, and would have to say that I enjoyed my time spent there. Read more>> The next Van Goh? Javaughn Williams, 11 years old, is a testament to the Centre’s motto of ‘unlocking potential…transforming lives’. He started attending the Greater Portmore Junior …
HUSH!
HUSH! In Jamaican colloquial the term ‘HUSH’ is one which expresses solace, meaning one is not to worry, but the term also bears the connotation ‘hush up!’, a term of reprimand to shut one’s mouth. In the words of the legendary reggae icon Bob Marley, “don’t worry about a thing, cause every little thing, is …
Fun Day & Craft Fair
Kaleidoscope – A Craft Fair and Fun Day for children, was held on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at the Greater Portmore Junior Centre. The day’s activities included various attractions and entertainment; for children it was the bounce – a – bout, face painting and water slide that provided the most fun. There was an interesting …
Junior Centre a Reality!
HOW DID THIS DREAM BECOME A REALITY? In 1939, the board of Governors opened its first Junior Centre for children. This was named, The East Street Junior Centre. The development of the Centre was maintained under the guidance of Robert Verity, who had similar experience studying at a Centre in England. The Junior Centre was …