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Contents

Message from Chief Education Officer...... 4

Education in : The Early Years...... 6

Education: A National Treasure...... 7

What is Education...... 9

The Governor General...... 10

The Importance of Education...... 12

Shaping Our Future: The Role of Teachers...... 13

Amalgamations...... 14

Pelican Island...... 15

Through The Years Pictorial...... 17

Facts about the Brown Pelican...... 21

National Pledge...... 22

National Anthem...... 23

School and Discipline...... 24

Words of Advice...... 25

Activities Page...... 26 6 7

Message from Mr. Laurie King Chief Education Officer he year 2012 represents a significant level. This meant that there were well as interest groups who all have a role to play in processes must be put in place to address this diversity. Tlandmark in the history of the several children who might have had the this process. In order to ensure that we continue to Continued emphasis must be placed on democratizing development of . intellectual capacity to be successful in produce citizens who are knowledgeable and skilled, the delivery of education. It is the year in which we celebrate secondary school, but whose families did who are conscious of their responsibilities and who the 50th anniversary of universal free not have the financial resources which are committed to making a contribution to national Cost effectiveness is going to be critical and Institutions education. This major milestone allows would allow them to benefit from such development, we must create an enabling environment will be required to learn better how to leverage the us to pay tribute to all citizens who have an opportunity. The most significant step that fosters and promotes lifelong learning and self- technological resources, particularly in curriculum helped to craft and refine the educational in the field of education in Barbados was actualisation. Hence, our educational policies must and course design, student access and support, library landscape in this country. These stalwarts however made in 1962 when school fees consider and cater to the needs of all, especially the and IT, and consortia and partnerships. Creating recognized the transformational power of were abolished in all secondary schools. more vulnerable groups in society who are often frameworks for analysing costs, identifying distinctive education from very early and created The introduction of free secondary neglected. To affect this, we must continue to pool our and key institutional goals, and linking course outcomes the environment for our students to self- Mr. Laurie King education by the state provided an avenue collective efforts to provide the necessary resources with costs will help institutions meet their respective actualize and to move on to make a positive through which many individuals benefited and be committed to providing a nurturing, safe and missions. contribution to national development. and were able to advance themselves and their families. secure environment for students, where they can In the , the advent of free education receive optimum opportunities to learn, thrive and This publication by the Media Resource Department Education, as you are aware has been an undergirding was the single most significant social re-engineering succeed. Our legacy must serve as a catalyst to spur us provides a forum for educators to make a contribution principle of the ideology of this country for decades. strategy generated by education. As a result of this onto excellence. We must however, be mindful of the to the intellectual discourse on a wide range of Barbados’ longstanding emphasis on the education of development, universal access to fact that education is not a static entity, hence as the educational issues which impacted the quality and its human capital has served it well and allowed for has served to provide equal opportunities for every needs of society change, so will the demands placed delivery of education over the years. I hope that this the growth and development of a population with a Barbadian regardless of colour, ethnicity or economic on it. Indeed, more needs to be done to capture a wider publication will be widely circulated and read as a high rate of literacy. Having one of the oldest and most circumstance. cross-section of students in the certification drag-net at useful educational tool. advanced education systems in the region, successive the end of formal education and every effort must be governments have invested heavily in education in an The establishment of free secondary education in made to broaden the certification framework. attempt to provide equal opportunities for all citizens, Barbados has been the avenue through which the poor Laurie O. King and to unlock the potential of all our people. When and underprivileged could improve themselves and As we move into the future there is a need to evaluate Chief Education Officer examined from a historical perspective, there have reach a higher standard of living. As a result, today where we are and where we need to go. Measures been several initiatives through the years which were we can boast of an education system which caters to designed and implemented thus far have proven to be introduced to provide both equity and equality for the approximately 28,000 students at the primary level, successful in developing literate citizens capable of citizenry of this country as a consequence of ideals, 21,000 at the secondary level and 16,000 at tertiary a meaningful and productive existence. The creation discourses and strategies. As education has always level and one which is the envy of most countries of a technology savvy and competent workforce in been associated with success and upward mobility, across the world. an era of widespread information and communication a strong focus on the education of the populace was technology will be desirable. Therefore, schools deemed necessary and important to pursue. However, if we are to adequately prepare persons to must aim at preparing students for matriculation, function efficiently in a modern society there must be self-managed and assisted learning, to be responsible Prior to 1960, only those who could afford it had the collaboration among all entities; public and private and morally sound as they move to further education. opportunity to access education beyond the primary sector agencies, non-governmental organisations as We must be mindful of the fact that the needs of all students must be met. All students are unique and 8 9

Education in Barbados: Education: A National Treasure The Early Years - how it all began he establishment of institutions for learning Tin Barbados after the settlement of the island were originally intended for the education of white children even though the majority of them were sent to England to receive their education. However, records indicate that from as early as 1686 many wealthy planters contributed land and money to the construction of schools and the development of ree primary education began in Barbados in and gave hope to the people when he implemented education. These efforts enabled the establishment All Saints Boys’ Primary School 1928 and since then many strides have been a set of programmes aimed at creating employment of many of the first and second grade schools on the F Foundation School. made to ensure that Barbadians are given greater for hundreds of them to improve their quality of island some of which are still in existence today. 1733, merchant planter Thomas Harrison opportunities to gain knowledge and develop their life not only for themselves but for the people of a school system to accommodate the chil- purchased land in Bridgetown and built a grammar skills through the process of education. Barbados in general. These programmes included dren of the black population came much later as a school for boys which is now Harrison College a co- Throughout our history and especially road restoration and road building which provided result of the efforts of private individuals and the educational school. after emancipation, education of the masses has employment for many. Better wages and working humanitarian interest of the churches on the island 1745, The Codrington Grammar School been a source of pride for countless numbers of conditions for agricultural labourers, construction at that time. for boys was established, now called The Lodge Barbadians who have been able to enjoy a standard of industries and the abolition of fee payment The Anglican, Moravian and Methodist churches School. of life which would not have been possible if greater in grant-aided secondary schools. This was the can all be credited for the establishment of elemen- 1785, Sir John Gay Alleyne bequeathed £60 opportunities for education did not exist. beginning of free secondary education in Barbados tary schools which were intended to provide chris- to the St. Andrew’s Vestry for the education of poor Barbados boasts of having one of the best which is often lauded as the single most important tian education to the slaves prior to the abolition of whites. This is now called the Alleyne School. education systems in the world where education event for Barbadians since emancipation, and the slavery. 1818, the first school for coloured boys was is free, from nursery through tertiary and it is most meaningful way to reduce poverty, exclusion, after emancipation in 1834, greater effort built near St. Mary’s Church in Bridgetown. complimented with a cadre of trained, qualified ignorance and oppression. was made by the church to educate the masses and 1819, Lord Combermere established a central and dedicated teachers who have been loyal to the By September 6th, 1962, a wider path more schools were built in close proximity to the school for boys in Bridgetown called Combermere cause of educating the children of our nation for the to national development and economic growth churches. Evidence of this is still very obvious after School which is now co-educational. present and the future. began when free secondary education for all was so many years as some of those buildings are still in 1961, the Democratic Labour Party won implemented. This meant that all students who in existence especially within the vicinity of many the General election in Barbados and Errol Walton were privileged to attend secondary schools at Anglican churches across the island. Barrow became Premier until Independence 1966 that time because their parents had the monetary The following are some of the schools which Activity 01 when he became the country’s first Prime Minister. means no longer paid school fees. However, it was were first established and are still in existence today Christopher Codrington is known as a benefactor of education in prior to this important milestone in our of greater significance to a larger majority of less providing free education for Barbadian children Barbados. When he died in 1710 he left two estates in Barbados history, the wheels were in progress to empower all fortunate whose parents did not have the financial regardless of colour, class or creed. for the Society for Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts and children regardless of colour, class or creed through means to access this level of education, to expand 1695, proceeds from Colonel Henry Drax’s for the foundation of a college. Research this information and write all you can about the provision of free secondary education. This their knowledge and reach their fullest potential. will built a Girls’ Central School later called Queen’s the grammar school that was started in 1745 and effort was intended to provide equal and better By March 18, 1963, a nutrition scheme College. This school is now co-educational. the theological college for the training of clergy for opportunities, better living conditions and an overall to help provide a balanced diet for children was 1709, Captain Francis Williams gave one the Anglican Church. Be sure to include up to date improvement in the quality of life for Barbadians. implemented through the school meals programme hundred (100) acres of land for a charity school information on these two institutions. as a leader, Mr. Barrow felt strongly about which started in primary schools. Assistance was for white children which is now the Christ Church the unemployment problem that plagued the island provided by the World Food Programme and 10 11

Education: What is Education? A National Treasure cont’d dental, vision and medical treatments. It is with great pride that as we celebrate forty-six (46) years of Independence, we are also privileged to celebrate fifty years of universal free public education in Barbados as government continues to pay the cost of education for Barbadian students at he word education is derived from the Latin provision for formal education to take place from nursery, primary, secondary and tertiary levels. Tword ‘educatio’ meaning a bringing up, a nursery level to tertiary level using a curriculum This national treasure of free education, rearing. There are many definitions of education all which is a set of courses that specifies the subject allows you as a student the opportunity to choose of which seek to define the passing on of intellectual, areas to be taught. These include Science, History, your career and professional path. Cultivate a love of moral and social instruction. Education is also one Mathematics, Health and Family Life Education, learning, open your minds to new and constructive of the basic human rights of every individual in Social Studies, Moral and , ideas, make maximum use of opportunities to make most countries of the world. language Arts, Music, and other subjects. yourself a better person as it can lead to success education is viewed as a process of learning in addition, students participate in a variety Plaque commemorating 50 years of Free Universal Education in Barbados, 1962-2012 and a more rewarding future. and knowing. It is not confined to schools, colleges, of extra-curricular activities such as sports, Boy and text books or learning things by Scouts and Girl Guides, Brownies and Cubs which rote, though they all play a very important role in allows them to socialize with their peers. This students were required to pay a small fee of ten education. It is much deeper than that, as it has the teaches them how to adapt themselves in different cents to encourage them to value the meals they capacity to open our minds to learn new things and social situations which is all part of the learning were receiving and not view them as a hand-out by Factoid pursue different options throughout life. It serves process and empowers the mind to achieve its full many purposes as it transmits knowledge, skills, potential. government. The of the began as a college attitudes and values. It allows for rational thinking, another addition in the pursuit of free and its first campus was located at Mona in Jamaica and the ability to question, it provides opportunities higher education for all, came about when payment in 1948. The second campus was St. Augustine, Trini- Activity 02 to interact with people from different walks of of university fees by government for those who dad and opened on October 17, 1960. The third college life in meaningful ways, and it can lead to better qualified was also implemented. The establishment campus opened in Barbados on October 12, 1963 was Look up the meaning of education in your dictionary, understanding and exposure of the world in which of the College of Arts and Science which is now known as the College of Arts and Science and was situ- write your findings and compare the meaning with we live. called the Cave Hill Campus of the University of ated at the Deep Water Harbour before moving to its other students in your class. education is also lifelong learning since it the West Indies has provided this level of education present site at Cave Hill on August 26, 1967 and was does not begin and end in the classroom, but rather, for hundreds of Barbadians since that time. officially opened on February 6, 1968. Government has continued to pay the cost as we live and advance through different stages Factoid of tertiary education for Barbadians through and ages in life we are forever learning and being The Ministry of Education and Human Resource scholarships and exhibitions at a number of educated in one thing or another. Development is the policy-making body for education accredited universities worldwide. The future of social change takes place within communities Factoid in Barbados. our country, its growth and development and its and countries as a result of education which is also successful relationship with other countries relies The inauguration of the government school meals described as a process in which the knowledge, heavily on the minds of its children, its future. Other scheme officially began on March 18, 1963 at the character and behavior of the human being is shaped Factoid developments followed much later and these include Westbury Infants and Junior school. This school is now and molded, while it preserves and transmits the a text book loan scheme, a uniform grant, improved called Westbury Primary. cultural heritage from one generation to the next. The Barbados government spends twenty (20) percent in Barbados, our school system makes of its annual budget on education. 12 13

The Governor General Functions of the Adapted from The Constitution and You BARBADOS by W. LeRoy Inniss and St. George. Governor General he Governor General is her majesty’s after the Commissions have consulted with the The provides for a Trepresentative in Barbados and before any Prime Minister in the appointment of Permanent Governor General and in Section 28 it states that: enactment of parliament becomes law he must Secretaries, the Director of Public Prosecutions, the “There shall be a Governor General of Barbados who approve it. Auditor General, the Solicitor General, heads and shall be appointed by Her Majesty and shall hold The Governor General is responsible for keeping Deputy heads of government departments. office during her Majesty’s pleasure and who shall the Public Seal which is affixed to important state In some instances when the Governor General acts be Her majesty’s representative in Barbados.” documents. These documents include instruments on the advice of the Prime Minister, he does so after provision is also made in the Constitution appointing the Prime Minister and other Ministers. the Prime Minister has consulted with the Leader of for the appointment of an acting Governor General Members of the Senate and House of Assembly, the the Opposition. These cases include: should the incumbent be absent from the island, or Chief Justice and High Court Judges. (a) the appointment of the Chief Justice and if for any other reason, is unable to perform his/her Most of the Governor General’s functions are high Court judges; functions. ceremonial and include conferring honours and (b) the appointment of: receiving ambassadors. i. the Chairman and two other members The Constitution of Barbados provides of the Electoral and Boundaries specifically that the Governor General must act on commission; the advice or recommendation of the Prime Minister ii. three members of the Judicial and in the following cases: Legal Service Commission (a) on appointing and removing ministers of iii. the Public Service Commission; Sir Elliott Fitzroy Belgrave GCMG, KA,CHB, QC government; iv. the Police Service Commission. (b) on the appointment of 12 members of the senate; (c) the appointment and dismissal of the ir Elliott Fitzroy Belgrave GCMG, KA, CHB, ombudsman. SQC, became the seventh Governor General of (c) in dissolving parliament; Barbados on June 1, 2012 when he took the Oath (d) in appointing the Chief Justice and High The Governor General also acts on the advice of the of Allegiance and the Oath of Office in the Senate court judges; Leader of the Opposition in: (a) appointing 2 members of the Senate; Chambers. (e) on appointing a deputy to the Governor (b) appointing the deputy chairman and 1 he is a graduate of the University of General; Cambridge and the University of London where he member of the Electoral Commission (after (f) on the appointment and removal of gained his LLB certification. the Leader of the Opposition has consulted principal foreign service officers; The Governor General is a retired High with the Prime Minister) Court Judge and a former Director of Public (g) on the transfer of permanent secretaries; prosecutions, a Judge of the Supreme Court and (h) on appointing a tribunal to enquire into Court of Appeal of Barbados. He is also a Queen’s whether or not the question of removing Factoid Counsel and was awarded the Companion of Parliament Building the Chief Justice from office should be Honour of Barbados for his contribution to the legal referred to the Privy Council. The original ‘Milk and Biscuits’ programme was system in Barbados. started in Barbados on November 13, 1937. on June 8, 2012, he was also awarded with The Governor General also acts on the the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Michael recommendation of the Service Commissions 14 15

The Importance of Education: Shaping Our Future: Preparation for Life? The Role and Importance of Teachers in gaining certificates, diplomas and degrees and our classrooms “Education is not getting a job only. Rather, the added advantages of preparation for life; empowering us to make meaningful contributions education is life itself.” to all that we do while enabling us to think, question and see beyond the obvious and contribute more Teachers help children learn how to use the John Dewey positively to our communities and our nation. knowledge they gain by providing opportunities for an educational reformer them to develop the ability to think critically, solve ‘IF YOU CAN problems and create further knowledge which will Below are some additional points on the importance ohn Dewey an educational reformer once said, benefit both the student and the society as a whole. of education. READ THIS J”Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” Can you imagine the classroom without your • Education imports knowledge making THANK A This statement clearly defines the importance teacher? discoveries and opens your mind to of education and the advantages that are available TEACHER’. better understand the world around when education is used as a means of preparing you and how things work. individuals to achieve their fullest potential • Education opens your mind to new ideas. throughout life. • Through education we gain knowledge of Factoid Within the global village we now live the world around us. we must view this importance as crucial to our The First Education Act was passed in 1850. • Education helps us to interpret things in a continued economic, social and political growth more meaningful way. and development and should never underestimate • Education helps us to build opinions and the importance of education to us as a nation. rom the beginning of time teachers have been have points of view on things in life. as a developing country, the quality of performing a very important role in the lives • Education is important as it teaches us F Activity 04 our standard of living is hinged on the equitable of the students in their care. For many persons, the right behavior and good manners access to the education we now enjoy and the teaching is considered to be the single most important Write some of the things you think would happen if making us civilized and tolerant of the advantages it brings for continued national growth profession in the world. there was no teacher in your classroom for a week. views of others. and development. It is important that we as The classroom environment provides many Compare your notes with others in the class. Barbadians continue to empower ourselves through opportunities for interactions between children education and stay focused on the goals for national daily. It is the teacher’s role to help shape the social Now that you have done the activity, you may now have development and strive always for improvement in Activity 03 development of the children during this time so they a better understanding of the valuable and significant our standard of living. can be on the path to becoming independent, well roles of teachers in your lives and in particular to the The school you are attending is also laying Write a paragraph on why education is important to adjusted and successful adults. educational development of all of us. the foundation of your education while helping you Teachers pass on knowledge and values you to understand why education is so important. to children, prepare them for further education It is at school, where you learn to read and write and working life. They guide the development of Factoid and become literate, where your talents will be Factoid children, help to provide experiences to nurture recognized, nurtured and encouraged. them into responsible citizens, conscious of their The White paper on Education Reform was published by the Ministry of Education and Youth Affairs in however, we must not limit the importance The abolition of school fees in all public schools in responsibilities to self, family, community and 1995. of education to going to school, writing examination, Barbados was implemented on September 6th, 1962. country. 16 17

Amalgamations Pelican Island

or many years, most of our primary schools Fheld classes in buildings owned by the Anglican, Moravian and Methodist churches however, these became too small to accommodate the growing number of children of school age. As a result, new and larger buildings were constructed which provides more comfortable facilities and better accommodation for students. During this process and in many cases two schools were brought together or amalgamated and became one school. To date, twenty-four (24) schools have undergone this process and in most cases a name change resulted. Primary schools have been the most upgraded by ello my name is Pelican and I am originally World War II as well as a base for transatlantic this change. George Lamming Primary School Hfrom a small uninhabited island called Pelican telecommunications, and as a research site for a The Boys’ Foundation and the Girls’ Foundation (An amalgamation of Erdiston & Carrington Primary island which once existed just off mainland Barbados group of Marine Biologist and researchers. Schools amalgamated and was renamed the Schools) and not very far from Fontabelle, St. Michael. The one of the Biologists Dr. C.C. Nutting wrote Christ Church Foundation School in 1978. The island was so called because of the large number a glowing tribute of the island. This is how he St. Leonard’s Secondary Girls’ School and the St. of my species of brown pelicans which nested there described it, “There was no turf on the island, and Thomas Secondary School were also amalgamated away from the inhabited island of Barbados. To get the ground was sandy everywhere, but there were a and renamed the Lester Vaughn Secondary School to the island, Persons used boat jetties, but at low number of trees, including palms and cordial, with in 1997. tide scores of inquisitive men and boys would swim brilliant scarlet blossoms and broad leaves…The out to see what was on the island, however, this soon view from the room occupied by Mrs. Nutting and changed for them and for us. myself was exceedingly beautiful, overlooking the The leaders of Barbados decided to build blue expanse of Carlisle Bay, with its ever-changing a quarantine hospital on Pelican Island to confine array of ships from all over the world: for this is Activity 05 sick crew and passengers from ships as well as one of the most frequented ports in the West Indies, Barbadians who were suffering from infectious an oceanic cross-roads, used as a port of call for Do you know if your school was amalgamated? diseases such as yellow fever and small-pox so that vessels plying between North and South America, (a) Research and find out and write a brief on the they would not spread them to others and cause an as well as between Europe and east coast of South schools that came together to form the present school. epidemic on the island. America”. You can include the names of the previous schools and The sick people were not just abandoned on he went on to describe the ambience of the present location, name change, and what makes the island, they were provided with suitable housing, Pelican Island when he stated, “At pelican island Blackman Gollop Primary School your school better than the previous school. a morgue for those who died, caretaker’s quarters we were quite comfortable all of the time, the (An amalgamation of St. David’s & South District for those who looked after them and a laundry area temperature never approaching that of Bridgetown; Primary Schools) (b) Research and write the history of your which had a big cauldron for sterilizing the clothes and the cool construction of the buildings with school be sure to include when it was established, the by boiling them. their high ceilings, ample verandahs and abundant Principals, outstanding students and other information historians have also made reference to windows and doors, made the place an ideal one to which is unique to your school. Pelican Island as an internment camp during live in”. 18 19

Pelican Island cont’d

hope you got it right. The brown pelican is featured prominently on the Barbados Coat of Arms which was adopted when Barbados gained Independence in 1966. however, the brown pelican and Pelican Island was not forgotten when the Deep Water Harbour was built. The construction of the Pelican Crafts Centre also called Pelican Village in 1964 is a notable tribute. pelican Village is the home to many Pelican Island Historic Plaque at the Deep Water Harbour indigenous crafts made, produced and sold to tourists and locals on the island. Maybe your teacher can arrange a field trip and take you there so you in 1956, the leaders of the Barbados thought can have a look at the attractions you will also see that it was necessary to claim the island for many persons creating their own unique craft which development of port facilities and, the construction is also an attraction. of a harbor for ocean cargo vessels and cruise ships The changes which took place on the island began. This development was completed in 1961 and caused my species to become extinct. However, I the Deep Water Harbour also called the Bridgetown know my ancestors would be very proud to know Port was officially opened. that we have been given a very outstanding tribute, however, the brown pelican and Pelican as the brown pelican which nested on Pelican Island was not forgotten when the Deep Water Island is featured on one of the National symbols of Harbour was built. The construction of the Pelican Barbados. Do you know which one it is? Crafts Centre also called Pelican Village in 1964 is a hope you got it right. The brown pelican notable tribute. is featured prominently on the Barbados Coat of pelican Village is the home to many Arms which was adopted when Barbados gained indigenous crafts made, produced and sold to Independence from Britain in 1966. tourists and locals. Maybe your teacher can arrange a field trip and take you there so you can have a look at the attractions and see many persons creating their own unique craft which is also an attraction. The changes which took place on the island caused my species to become extinct. However, I know my ancestors would be very proud to know that we have been given a very outstanding tribute, as the brown pelican which nested on Pelican Island is featured on one of our National symbols. Do you 15 know which one it is? 20 21

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Did You Know? • The school meals programme which provides a hot lunch for primary schools began in March 1963 At the Westbury Junior and Infants’ School

• In 1966, the first students of the University of the West Indies trained at the College of Arts and Science in Barbados graduated.

• Free Education in Barbados is divided into the Some Facts about the Brown Pelican following four levels: Nursery - ages three (3) to five (5) years. The Brown Pelican: Primary - ages five (5) to eleven (11) years. • is one of eight species of pelicans and is the Secondary - ages eleven (11) to Sixteen (16) smallest of the species pelecaniformes years. • is a web footed sea bird with a pouch and a Tertiary - post-secondary and there is no age bill, and is the only pelican that plunges from limit. the air into the water to catch its food of fish that swim on the surface of the water • Barbados’ literacy rate is estimated to be about • has webbed feet which allows it to propel 98% which makes it one of the highest in the through the water world. • is known to nest near the water or in trees. Both the male and female build the nest and • The textbook Loan Scheme began in 1975. take part in incubating the eggs • Between 1964 and 1997 ten (10) additional • can hold more than one gallon of water in secondary schools were constructed to provide its pouch free secondary education for Barbadians. • lives in colonies and the collective name for a group of pelicans is a pod • There are twenty-eight (28) secondary, primary • male is called a cock, the female is called a and nursery schools named after outstanding hen and the babies are called chicks Barbadians.

Activity 06 Factoid Describe the Barbados Coat of Arms and remember The first Director of Education in Barbados was Mr. to include the motto and all the national symbols and Howard Hayden who arrived in the island on October 18 what they represent. 4th, 1943. 24 25

Barbados National Anthem In plenty and in time of need When this fair land was young

Barbados Coat of Arms Our brave forefathers sowed the seed Barbados National Flag From which our pride is sprung A pride that makes no wanton boast Of what it has withstood THE NATIONAL PLEDGE That binds our hearts from coast to coast The pride of nationhood I pledge allegiance to my country Barbados Chorus: and to my flag, We loyal sons and daughters all to uphold and defend their honour, Do hereby make it known These fields and hills beyond recall and by my living to do credit Are now our very own to my nation wherever I go. We write our names on history’s page With expectations great, Strict guardians of our heritage Firm craftsmen of our fate The Lord has been the people’s guide For past three hundred years With him still on the people’s side We have no doubts or fears Upward and onward we shall go Inspired, exulting, free Coat of Arms designed by And greater will our nation grow National Flag designed by Lyrics By: Neville Connell In strength and unity Music by: Grantley Prescod National Pledge Irving Burgie written by Roland Edwards Lester Vaughan 26 Activity page 27

School and Discipline Words of Advice! n Barbados, every without discipline there Ichild has a right to can be no learning. an education as it is the discipline is also foundation for life and applied to the punishment living and the essential that is the consequence ALWAYS Learn to pathway to success. of breaking rules and the obey the Having the right to an think setting of limits which school rules education also mean that restrict certain harmful and not you as students have a behaviours or attitudes follow Read good books, responsibility to follow that go against school rules and regulations if policies and the norms they will help you are to achieve this of education. develop your mind success. as students, you and enhance your The process of have responsibilities knowledge rules and regulations to yourself and other or discipline in schools is to make education more students which will allow you to learn and excel if you Activity 07 efficient and to teach students important concepts exhibit age appropriate behaviour and be prepared Change BAKE to BURN in three (3) moves by and standards of behaviour that are acceptable. for the consequences of your actions should you not changing one letter at a time. The aim is to control the actions and behavior of follow the rules and codes of conduct of acceptable students in such a way that learning takes place. behavior. BAKE School discipline is very important as it allows you do not test the rules that have been set in 1. ______the students to learn and excel as you go about the your best interest but develop within you a sense of 2. ______Be respectful to tasks of doing homework, interacting with other responsibility. ALWAYS strive to be the best you can 3. ______your teachers, it students, reading for knowledge and information be by being obedient to school rules and authority. or even taking part in extra-curricular activities, as BURN is through them School Rules/Reminders that you acquire knowledge and skills • Show respect to school staff (teachers, janitors, • Do not participate in gangs or gang related school meals’ workers) and other students. activity at school or on your way to or from in your journey • Attend school often and be on time for class. school. through life • ALWAYS wear the correct uniform to school. (A gang means a group of three or more • Follow school rules at ALL times. people, with a leader, that regularly plans and • Behave on the bus and follow the directions of acts together to do illegal things). the driver. Factoid • Do not take drugs, alcoholic or tobacco products Can you think of other rules? If you can list The site where the Ministry of Education and Human and NEVER take them to school. Factoid them and share them with your class. Resource Development is located was bought from • Do not take to school or carry weapons monetary proceeds of Colonel Henry Drax’s will in In 1745, The Codrington Grammar School now called (anything that can be used to threaten others) 1692. the Lodge School was established. 28 29

Activity 08 Activity 09 Activity 10

Education is the Foundation A Trip to the Library Can you find eleven (11) words in this puzzle? All Complete the word search puzzle below. Circle the letter for each Fill in the boxes with one of the words below to words contain 4 or 5 letters. word. complete the puzzle.

AMALGAMATION ASK CHECKOUT CARDS L L M ATTENDANCE DESK FICTION ATLAS CERTIFICATE CHILDREN DICTIONARY EDITION COEDUCATION GRAPHS BOOKS COMPUTER E A K COLLEGE DECIMAL FACTS COMPREHENSIVE

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Activity 11 Activity 13 Activity 14 Activity 16 Shaping up Look It Up The Classroom Teacher’s Pet Fill in the blanks to complete the words before 1. Using 2 lines can you make four equal triangles Fill in the boxes with one of the words below to com- Rearrange the letters on the blackboard to spell six (6) solving the puzzle below. from shape A ? plete the puzzle household pets 2. Using 2 lines can you make two equal triangles D_SK N0 _ ES and one square from shape B? TE _TS STU _Y A. B. GR_D _S MA_S ODG RETMASH PO _ TE _ S DI _ CU_S OSHFLIGD BIGDUE SU _ JE _ T TE _ CH _R TA _ K SU _PL _ES RAPROT LE_S _ N BL _ C _ BO_ RD ACT

ALMANAC INSPECT Activity 15 Activity 17 ATLAS LEARN If I have three darts and I can only hit any of the BOOKS LIBRARY Rearrange the letters to spell the names of six targets once and all the darts have to hit the target. DIG MANUAL Barbadians schools are named after. What is the highest score I can get? DIGEST MEMORIZE DIRECTORY STUDY NOARDL DRSAWED INQUIRE VIEW 1 2 9 8 RODGNO NIEGDGEER TLREANGY MDASA Activity 12 4 3 7 5 ENYDGOR AYESL Write the meanings of the following Abbreviations: CXC BCC TVETC SJPP LGTYRANE SDPOECR UWI CZMU BVTB EPIU PAHO NPC BAC BNSI EWLAR KNNPISROA

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Activity 18

Find each word of the riddle in the block of letters below. The words may read up or down, left or diagonally. Draw a ring around each word. The letters that remain will be the answer to the Riddle. WHAT THINGS HAVE HANDS BUT CANNOT WAVE GOODBYE TO YOU?

W Y O V E C H L V C I am G O A C A timing O H K T N you O H S H N D A E I O B N V N T Y D A G U E S W S B

Activity 19 Solve the arithmetic problem on the left and then find the answer to the problem hidden in the number on the right. Underline or circle the answer.

4 2 + 1 2 = 7 0 6 5 4 3 Me 7 3 – 2 5 = 2 4 8 3 3 1 3 4 X 2 = 9 5 6 8 7 r 6 9 ÷ 3 = 2 3 0 5 5 0 u 5 7 + 3 8 = 6 1 4 9 5 o 8 0 – 4 6 = 8 3 4 3 8 7 l 2 6 x 4 = 5 2 1 0 4 0

o 1 9 + 5 1 = 4 4 3 7 0

C 8 4 ÷ 4 = 3 5 6 4 2 1 34 35

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