2 Corinthians 9:6-7 teaches us that, “He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly, and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.” The Junior Centre has made it a yearly …
Coming Soon! Summer Workshop 2012 Where? East Street and Greater Portmore Junior Centres When? July 2 – 27, 2012 This event will feature special activities such as presentations, tutelage in Visual and Performing arts – dance, music, art and craft and other child fulfilling activities. In addition there will be a field trip and a Summer Extravaganza …
THE INSTITUTE OF JAMAICA NATIONAL EXHIBITION FOR ART AND CRAFT IN SCHOOLS 2011 Exhibition Theme: “Interpretations of Jamaican Folklore” The National Exhibition for Art and Craft in All Age / High / Technical High and Junior High Schools for 2011 will be held in the Exhibition Gallery of the Institute of Jamaica. All …
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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 …
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.’ …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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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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! 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 …
