https://milegullyhigh.edupage.org/ News en Sun, 24 May 2026 06:56:18 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 06:56:18 GMT https://milegullyhigh.edupage.org/rss/pics/rss.png https://milegullyhigh.edupage.org/ https://milegullyhigh.edupage.org/news/?newid=22#news-22 National Career Awareness Week Jamaica observes National Career Awareness Week, typically in February, organized by the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information in collaboration with HEART/NSTA Trust, Junior Achievement Jamaica, and CHOICES. The week-long event aims to empower students to make informed career choices and develop skills for future success. Activities include school displays, career talks, workshops, and a career expo, with a focus on STEAM-related careers and emerging global job trends. The HEART/NSTA Trust Youth Career Conference is a highlight, featuring presentations from growth sectors such as ICT, agriculture, sports, and entertainment, providing students with practical insights into career pathways, (National Career Awareness Week Slated for February 9-14 – Jamaica Information Service, 2023). Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:50:06 GMT https://milegullyhigh.edupage.org/news/?newid=23#news-23 Math Day in Jamaica is celebrated with various activities aimed at promoting the importance of mathematics education. The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information organizes National Mathematics Week, which includes activities such as Mathematics quiz competitions, ring games, board games, pageants, comic strips, creative performances, Mathematics dominoes, chess, fairs, and problem-solving challenges. These activities are designed to engage students and teachers, fostering a vibrant Mathematics culture across the island. The highlight of the month is Mathematics Hat and Tie Day on March 13, where each education region showcases concepts in Algebra, Geometry, Measurement, Numbers, Statistics, and Probability through innovative hat and tie designs. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:57:15 GMT https://milegullyhigh.edupage.org/news/?newid=21#news-21 Play Day Jamaica is an annual national observance, typically held in early February that promotes unstructured play fostering creativity, social skills and learning in children. Championed by UNISEF Jamaica and the Ministry of Education, it encourages schools and parents to embrace play time for healthy development. Play Day 2026 kick started with a 'Pop the Balloon' relay competition lead and organized by our school nurse, Mrs. Burke and our MC, Ms. Reid. Fun games filled the air, and the day concluded with a renewed body and mind as the body had time to have fun. As our common proverb says, "All work without play makes Jack a dull boy" by James Howell, 1659 which means work without break and fun will lead to boredom. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:29:30 GMT