Errol Samuel's fascinating life (Pt III)
After spending two years in Birmingham, England, with his parents, Errol and a younger brother were brought back to Jamaica by his mother because of regular ill-health. It was a most devastating moment for him when the SS Ascania pulled out of port...
The Family Court Attendance Centre
A bright 15-year-old girl committed an illegal offence and was placed before the Kingston and St Andrew Family Court. She is currently serving a three-year probation order. The Resident Magistrate recommended her to the Family Court Attendance Centre...
Upgraded computer centre for Titchfield High School
Titchfield High School recently opened the doors to its newly upgraded computer and library centre in the presence of students, teachers, past students and members of the Port Antonio, Portland, community. The project, which was funded by the National Commercial...
'Accountability does not mean punishment'
The National Parenting Policy, under which parents will be held accountable for their children, should be ready by the end of this year, says Education Minister Andrew Holness. However, parents need not fear that this is a whip in the making that will be cracked over ...
Weaning the baby
The introduction of solid foods into an infant's diet should not be taken lightly, my friends. Aside from considering what your doctor advises, or what is written in the countless books on the market, one seriously needs to be prepared for the bowel content change...
When will my son get better?
Q. My child's head was damaged due to a fall from a mango tree. What are some of the things that I can do to help him get better quickly? A. Your child will take some time to heal from the injury. The amount of time will depend on the extent of the injury...
Why is my child not reading? Part 2
Colleen Thompson, a trained early childhood educator, addresses the issue so often raised by parents - their children are not reading. Using Rohan as an example, she asks the following questions: Is Rohan seeing well? Can he hear well?