Some 400 students receive school supplies
Deputy Commander, Assistant Superintendent Edmond Cooper hands over school supplies to a student, as other students and police officers look on
Deputy Commander, Assistant Superintendent Edmond Cooper hands over school supplies to a student, as other students and police officers look on

— through efforts of Police B Division

CLOSE to 400 children were presented with bags and school supplies when the Number Two Sub-division of the Guyana Police Force, B Division, hosted a `Back to School’ donation on Saturday.

The donation held at the Kildonan Community Centre, Corentyne, Berbice, and targeting students from Albion to Moleson Creek, was spearheaded by Officer-in-Charge of the Number Two Sub-Division, Kurleigh Simon, and ranks from Albion, Rose Hall, Whim, Mibicuri, Number 51 Village and Springlands Police Stations.

Speaking at the simple ceremony, Deputy Commander, Assistant Superintendent
Edmond Cooper, who grew up in the community, reflected on his humble childhood days and the struggles of his family.

He said despite being from a poor family, persons can still achieve in life and reminded the children that self-respect, honesty, determination and discipline are the keys to a successful life.

Director of the New Amsterdam Hospital and a resident of Kildonan, Colin
Bynoe, who also gave brief remarks, said it takes a community to raise a child and that Kildonan was able to raise several stalwarts.

This, he said, is one of the reasons why the community centre, besides being a central location, was chosen for the handing-over ceremony.

“The police came to extend their love to you so we can raise more stalwarts. You do not want the police to come in your community and arrest people, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) is here today because they would like to work with you to make you better boys and girls so that we can have a better community,” he said.

Officer Simon said the new school supplies will contribute to the excitement of a new school year and allow each child an equal opportunity for success in the classroom.

This aside, he said, over 10 youth groups are active within the Number 2 Sub-division which has a membership of close to 200 youths. The youths are involved in various educational programmes and art, tie-dyeing, and skills training, among others. He noted the police will continue to work with youths from the communities to foster good community relations.

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