EASTER came early for children of the Harold B. Davis Special School of the Ptolemy Reid Rehabilitation Centre (PRRC), when Mrs Sita Nagamootoo, wife of Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo distributed kites to them.The children went kite-flying at the Everest Cricket Ground with Mrs Nagamootoo. Mrs Nagamootoo, who donated the kites and meals for the children, explained that the collaboration is not new, as she had the privilege of being with the children on two previous occasions. She praised their capabilities, especially with handicraft and food arrangements, pointing out that there are many things they can achieve. She said society can help to ensure that no child is truly left behind.

“Guyana still has a lot more to do when it comes to integrating the differently-abled person into society, and based on my experiences, persons, especially parents are often ashamed of this fact. My advice to them is, do not feel that it is something bad or see it as a trial, but see it as your role to make the world better and to help that individual to become someone in society.” Mrs Nagamootoo urged.

The Harold B Davis Special School which is within the PRRC accommodates 62 students, resident and non-resident, seven teachers and two aides. The school offers the four core subjects (English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies), as well as Information Technology, Arts & Craft, Agricultural Science and Music and Movement. The delivery of the subjects is tailored to meet the special needs of the students.

Extra-curricular activities such as hydrotherapy (swimming), horseback-riding, tours, among other outdoor activities and games are also included. Last Monday, Mrs Nagamootoo visited the Rockstone Community in Region 10, where she had the opportunity to tour the community, engage the children and share gifts. (OPM)