Community Updates and Exciting New Opportunities

This Week’s Highlights

Dear Readers,

This week, we are excited to bring you a series of updates and new opportunities within our community.

• School Garden Established at Redwood Primary School in St. Catherine by OFANA

• Honourary Consul Chris Chaplin Honored by St. George’s College

• The Simpson Restaurant Opens in Atlantic City. Chef Wenford Simpson takes his restaurant from Atlantic Avenue to Atlantic City.

• Still Time to Register for the Diaspora Conference

• Share the Joys of Jamaican Citizenship with Your Family

• Special offer for cricket lovers: Enjoy a 15% discount to attend the T20 World Cup matches in Nassau County for community members.

These and more happenings in our community.

Warm regards,

Chris Benjamin Community Relations Officer

Consulate General of Jamaica, New York

REDWOOD PRIMARY’S SCHOOL GARDEN BLOOMS WITH COMMUNITY SPIRIT AND AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION!

The School Garden at Redwood Primary School in St. Catherine, established by the Ole Farmers Association North America Inc. (OFANA), has quickly become a vibrant centerpiece of the community. This initiative, enthusiastically embraced by locals, promises sustainability and educational growth. The collaborative effort between OFANA, This is Jamaica, the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS), the Principal, students, and parents has transformed the school grounds into a thriving garden. The community’s support is evident in their dedication to maintaining and expanding this valuable project, ensuring that it continues to flourish.

The benefits of the School Garden extend far beyond its aesthetic appeal. Students at Redwood Primary are now actively involved in agricultural activities, gaining hands-on experience and learning vital skills at an early age. The produce harvested from the garden will be used in the school’s cafeteria, providing fresh and nutritious meals for the students. Any excess produce will be sold, potentially generating funds to further support the school’s initiatives. This project not only fosters a sense of responsibility and teamwork among the students but also instills in them an appreciation for sustainable farming practices.

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