Three team members from Sandals South Coast, who also serve as ambassadors for the Sandals Foundation, have been spreading hope and happiness to students in their home communities this back-to-school season.
With support from the resort, the trio’s efforts reached nearly 300 of the almost 600 children who benefited from this year’s back-to-school initiatives across Petersville, Beeston Spring, and Bluefields, demonstrating that the spirit of giving remains strong in Westmoreland.
The initiative began with Tiona Henry-Wynter, a spa therapist at Sandals South Coast, who hosted a back-to-school treat at Petersville Moravian Church. Children from the church and surrounding communities enjoyed games, fun rides, essential school supplies, and special prizes. “I know the back-to-school season can be stressful for many parents,” Henry-Wynter said. “If I can ease even a small part of that burden while putting smiles on the faces of these children, then it’s worth every ounce of effort.”
Sushonie Clarke from the resort’s front office department brought her event to the Beeston Spring community, offering school supplies, refreshments, and words of encouragement to help students approach the school year with confidence. “Growing up, I saw first-hand how a simple act of kindness could inspire a child to dream bigger. I want these students to know that their community believes in them and that their education is their ticket to a brighter future,” Clarke said.
Completing the trio, Mikada Brown from Sandals South Coast’s butler department focused on academic readiness. Her back-to-school treat provided supplies while emphasizing the importance of education. “By helping to equip our children for the classroom we’re investing in the leaders, innovators and change makers of tomorrow. As a mother, I know the difference little acts of kindness such as these make,” Brown said.
Beyond these community-led events, Sandals South Coast extended support to the Girls Do Good Foundation with clothing, sanitary products, and school supplies. The St. Elizabeth Health Department also received school supplies and toiletries to assist families in need. Additional outreach included treats for students in Bluefields and Whitehouse and donations to the Crawford Community Development Committee, ensuring even more children in the region start the school year prepared to succeed.
