The Jamaica Information Service (JIS) has added a new segment to its Jamaica Magazine programme, in the form of 'School Zone', a 15-minute feature that highlights non-traditional high schools across Jamaica.

Chief executive officer of the JIS, Donna Marie Rowe, has described 'School Zone' as a lively and interactive programme that gets into the psyche and lingo of young people.

"The JIS hopes to involve young people in the business of governance and seeks to help them articulate their own understanding of Government's policies and programmes and how these affect them," Rowe explained, pointing out that the show highlights the positive happenings of various schools.

Rowe added that, contrary to common belief, all is not lost, as young people are working hard, coming up with new and innovative ideas.

'School Zone', which airs every Friday during Jamaica Magazine, is the brainchild of JIS Television producer, Ramona Lawson, who explained that the idea for the show came about as a result of her desire to do something exclusively for young people.

The programme is hosted by Kerry-Anne Smith.