Last Updated on October 29, 2020, 5:06 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Twenty-one scholarships were given to 11 fifth form graduates and ten secondary school awardees under the Social Security Board Susanna Lee High School Scholarship 2020 initiative.
On Tuesday, the students were inducted into the programme at a ceremony which was held at the Social Security Board Room. The theme of the ceremony was “Never Give Up”, and the students were reminded of the moral and financial support provided.
Jenifer Williams, Chairperson of the Scholarship Committee, said that the scholarship programme has a history dating back to its origin in 1983. Since it was formed, 214 awardees have obtained benefits from the support.
She told the inductees that they should give their best even on days when they might not be able to give 100 per cent.
Ms Williams expressed to the inductees that they are young, they would become frustrated, but it is what they do after they would have experienced these things which would determine the kind of individual they are, the character that they possess.
She also delivered a similar message to parents reminding them to never give up on their child/children and to support their dreams and aspirations.
Scholarship recipient Kahlia Collins of the Washington Archibald High School said that she intends to pursue a career in Criminal Law and noted that the Social Security Board and staff are now a part of her journey to fulfilling her dream.
She said that she now considers herself an ambassador for the people and she would continue to strive for excellence as they continue to strive for social justice.
The scholarship induction ceremony was attended by Minister of Social Security, Honourable Eugene Hamilton and the Minister of Education, Honourable Jonel Powell.
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