National Heritage Week 2025
From October 13–20, 2025, Jamaican schools observed National Heritage Week, an annual week-long event which is aimed at preserving Jamaica’s cultural identity and which always culminates on the third Monday in October, (i.e. National Heroes Day). This year, schools celebrated under the theme “Celebrating a Proud and Bold Heritage”. As always, an iconic feature of […]
Embracing Our Culture: Mercy Schools stand out at JCDC Competitions
In April, Jessie Ripoll Primary, Alpha Primary and Alpha Infant competed in the 2024 National Festival of the Performing Arts competition. Hosted annually by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), the competition aims to “unearth, develop, and showcase the creative talents of Jamaicans from all walks of life.” Contestants participate in various art forms such […]