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According to a BCL media release, those receiving awards were Pricilla Jadoobeer of St. Joseph High, Sheranie Singh of Diamond Secondary,Muricia Durant of Berbice High School, Junneil Harris of Diamond Secondary, and Yogeshwar Shivmangal of Friendship Secondary School. Timothy Chand and Alesha Rahman, who respectively obtained places at Queen’s College and North Georgetown Secondary School, were also honoured for their outstanding performances.
Special invitee Mr. Marcel Hutson, Assistant Chief Education Officer (Primary), in his capacity as guest speaker, lauded the company’s initiatives in the promotion of literacy. He charged the students to take advantage of all that is being offered to them, and reminded that a sound education is a means of liberation.
He also highlighted the importance of the efforts made by teachers, and encouraged parents to ensure that their children achieve their highest potential and make an impact in the world.
Mr. Hutson also shared one of his favourite quotes from the renowned Chinese philosopher Confucius: “If you think in terms of a year, plant a seed; if in terms of ten years, plant trees; if in terms of a hundred years, teach the people.” This, he declared, has guided him in his accomplishments.
As per the release, the awardees and attendees also received sound advice from the company’s CEO, Mr. Clement Ooi, who reminded that learning is a lifelong process. “The day we stop learning is the day we stop growing ourselves,” he declared, emphasising the need to learn, unlearn and relearn as we progress throughout the journey of life.
He also remarked on the brilliance of the concept of ‘Education Month’, because it is reminiscent of the importance of education in moulding our future leaders, and for nation building as a whole.
In closing his address, Mr. Ooi highlighted the three important factors that separate winners from losers: the ‘desire’ to excel; the ‘decision’ to make the change; and ‘doing’ what is necessary.
The company also presented a quantity of books and a book shelf to Ms. Patricia Arjune, Headmistress of the neighbouring Supply Primary School, who expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the company on behalf of her school, and expressed her interest in continuing the partnership with the company.
This awards ceremony is the sixth the company has held as it continues its commitment to the development of Guyana.
