Twenty-four sixth-form students from Harrison College in Barbados, accompanied by six staff members will be in Jamaica to participate in a Student Exchange program.
The program will be held the Ardenne High School from October 24 to October 31.
Ardenne High: A beacon of excellence and cultural richness
Founded in 1927 by American Church of God missionaries George and Nellie Olson, Ardenne High School holds a legacy of brilliance, producing numerous Jamaica and Rhodes scholars over the decades.
A cultivator of talent in the Caribbean, its alumni radiate success in various realms, notably the creative orange economy, with prominent figures like Koffee, Freddie McGregor, and Alkaline among its distinguished past students.
Cultivating multi-dimensional growth in students
Former Sixth Form Year Head, Carl Applewhaite, who will be accompanying the students, shared that the aim of the program, which is the second of its kind in Barbados, is to improve learning and teaching methodologies while further improving overall student achievement.
Aligning with national visions for active citizenship
Reflecting on Barbados’ Prime Minister’s vision of cultivating more active citizens, Applewhaite explained that the exchange program is crafted to resonate with various aspects of student development.
He said that it strives to build a comprehensive worldview among students, sensitizing them to regional challenges and widening their perspectives, thus preparing them to be more adaptive, innovative, and creative in their future endeavors.
Strengthening regional ties through diplomatic interactions
Supported enthusiastically by Barbados’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, the program also holds the promise of fostering deeper regional relationships.
With plans for facilitated interactions with Jamaican government dignitaries, including Prime Minister Andrew Holness, the exchange is set to be a crucible for enhanced diplomatic ties, as per the Memorandum of Understanding between Barbados and Jamaica, signed earlier this year on May 19.
