THE top performers at the National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) from Region Six(East Berbice/ Corentyne), assigned placed at Queen’s College and other top-performing secondary schools, are eager to move to their new schools as they gear up for the challenges of moving away from home.

At the Port Mourant Primary School, we met the ecstatic 11-year-old Omesh Dyal, who is the region’s top student with 555 marks.
Speaking with the Guyana Chronicle, Dyal, an aspiring medical doctor, said he was not surprised at the results since put in a lot of work and has always been a high achiever throughout his school life.
“I was in class when the teachers came and told me I topped the school and the region; I was excited and happy to hear that! I sacrificed all my games and television for my books, so I’m happy the hard work paid off.” Dyal will be attending Queen’s College come September.
The second of three siblings, Dyal said he has always received the support of his family and they have been very instrumental in his academic achievements. He also

attributed his success to his teachers.
His advice to others who will be sitting the exams in 2017 is to “pay attention in class, listen to your teachers and sacrifice the games.”
Sharing the same Grade 6 A classroom with Dyal was Rachel Williams, who lives in the neighbouring village of Tain. The outspoken young woman, who is also an aspiring medical doctor, said she was excited to be among the region’s top performers.
“This is a dream come through for me – to make my parents proud.
“They always encourage me to put my best foot forward and even stayed up with me at nights.

“I had some challenges with math, but my dad was very patient in explaining in detail to me so I could have overcome that hurdle.
“I wish to thank God, my teachers and parents for helping me to achieve this and I will try my best to achieve even higher goals.”
Williams and Dyal have been classmates since Grade 1 and have always enjoyed a friendly competition. They were both happy for each other and their school. Their

teacher, Anita, was moved to tears to see two of her students making it amongst the country’s best and is motivated to have a repeat come next year.

Over at Rose Hall Town, the beaming Faria Hafiz of Rose Hall Primary School secured the second highest marks in Region Six with 550 marks, missing out on the top spot by five marks. Hafiz, who wants to become a teacher, said she was very happy with her success.
“ I am very happy and want to thank God, my teachers and parents for helping me achieve this goal.
“I am a bit disappointed though, as I had some challenges with Science and felt I could have done better. Nevertheless, I will continue to push forward and do the best I can.” Hafiz said she will be opting to go to a school in Region Six, even though she has earned a place at Queen’s College.

Angelina Tahal, of All Saints Primary, gained 541, which also earned her a place at Queen’s College. She told this publication she was extremely pleased with the results. She said preparation for the examinations was hard work, but she still managed to balance work and leisure, since she believed they go hand in hand.
Farad Alibaksh, 11, of Skeldon Primary, earned 541 marks and was offered a place at Queen’s College.

Jonathan Raghobar, of  Corriverton Primary, gained 546 marks, earning him a spot at Queen’s College. He was elated to top his school and expressed gratitude to his parents and teachers for their dedication and support. He said he will continue to work hard to fulfil his dream of becoming a doctor.
Other top performers were assigned Bishops High School. They are Nathalie Schultz of St Therese’s Primary, who gained 540

marks; Vettorie Lathman of Massiah Primary, who gained 537 marks; Beyonce France of All Saints Primary, who gained 534 marks; and Sadiyya Chinnapen, who gained 531 marks.