1999-2008

Mrs. Dorothy Samuda

BA

A teacher at STETHS for over 26 years, Mrs. Samuda ‘came through the rank’ as a classroom teacher and rose to prominence as the first female principal. Under her leadership, the school continued to actively participate in sports and won the DaCosta Cup and Oliver Shield in 1999. In this same year, the cricketers were victorious in the Headley and Spaulding Cup. She implemented a graduation criteria where students had to attain at least four subjects in order to qualify to participate in the exercise. This resulted in an exponential improvement in the students’ performances in external examinations.

In her honour, the school has erected a Conference Centre- ‘The Dorothy Samuda Conference Centre’. She is also the composer of the School song.

2008- PRESENT

Mr. Keith Wellington, MSc, BGS, Dip. Ed

He joined the staff at STETHS in 1997 as a classroom teacher. In 2003 he was promoted to Vice principal. He was given special responsibility for the school’s academic and sports programmes. Five years later, he became the Principal. Under his leadership, the school continues to excel in academics and sports. His contribution to the development of the school’s programmes and the physical structure are outstanding. He continues to work closely with all stakeholders to achieve the goals and objectives of the school.

Mr. Roper, pioneer principal was appointed in January 1961. However, the students did not have established classrooms but instead classes were held under tents and trees, while construction was in progress. He was a disciplinarian and a keen musician who began the school’s choir. Mr. Roper established the 4-H and Camera Clubs. It was during his tenure that the Visual Arts and Home Economic blocks were built. With a vision to cater to the needs of the community he initiated an Evening School Programme with a group of 36 students. Unquestionable, he laid a solid foundation for the school’s future growth and development.

He was a meticulous educator and a disciplinarian, Mr. Wray was integral in forging a solid relationship with all stakeholders. He taught Technical Drawing and he worked assiduously to establish the technical departments. He was an avid cricketer who had great delight in challenging his students on the cricket field. During his tenure, the school made great strides in the area of sports. He expanded on the school’s infrastructure by building the administrative block and the library. In addition, an experimental Radio and television station was launched during this period. Overall, the population of the staff increased during his leadership.

Dr. Burton is a pioneer student who graduated in 1965. He served his alma mater in the capacity as teacher for one year in 1966. Years later he returned to the school as principal. He continued the trend of enforcing discipline among the students.

Dr. Burton was a sports fanatic; thus, it is not surprising that during his tenure, he sent the first group of athletes to participate in the Penn Relays. He also served as chairman of the DaCosta Cup Committee in 1984. In addition, he introduced Information Technology in the school’s curriculum. Undoubtedly, he positioned the school on its path to greatness.

During his tutelage, the school’s population grew significantly. He was instrumental in the establishment of a dental clinic, now named in his honour. In addition, the guidance centre was built. The school’s farm was vibrant and self-sufficient in poultry and beef. Horticulture was also a dominant feature on the farm. It was during this period the school received its first championship in football and cricket. Mr. Pottinger introduced the GCE Advanced Level programme and Land Surveying. The school formed a strong partnership with Alumina Partners of Jamaica (Alpart) which resulted in several donations to improve the school’s infrastructure. Consequently, a pavilion was built and named in the honour of Mr. Don Treztel, then General Manager of Alpart and first chairman of the Board of Management for STETHS.

Mr. Watson was an energetic disciplinarian. He forged important relationship with the private sector through which the school was adopted by corporate giant, J. Wray & Nephew Limited. He oversaw the expansion of the physical plant and the continued diversification of the school’s curriculum, particularly the expansion of Information Technology.

1961-1964

Mr. Edmund G. Roper, BA, MSc.

1965-1970

Mr. Jasper C. Wray

1970-1982

Mr. John Pottinger, BA

1982-1986

Dr. Burnett St. C. Burton D. Ed, MA, BSc,

1987-1999

Mr. Samuel Watson

M. Ed., BA,