Read Across St Mary
First-graders at Water Valley Primary share a moment with their teacher Sharlene Gutzmore to mark Career Day. (Photo: Ingrid Henry)
News, North & East, Regional
May 12, 2023

Read Across St Mary

Members of the political divide, the business community and the police force took delight in reading to students on Wednesday to mark Read Across Jamaica Day. Some also celebrated Career Day.

Here are some highlights.

During a celebration of Career Day at Mt Zion Primary School Constable Ajani Holgate (left), District Constable Nigel Walsh, and little Tayshawn Wisdom strike a stunning pose. (Photo: Ingrid Henry)
Member of Parliament for St Mary Central Dr Morais Guy regales captivated students of Martin Infant school with a story. (Photo: Ingrid Henry)
An animated councillor for the Belfield Division Levan Freeman was a hit with students of Belfield Infant School. (Photo: Ingrid Henry)
Businesswoman Vivienne Silveria shares story hour with students of Jackson Hill Primary School in St Mary. (Photo: Ingrid Henry)

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