Nine graduating students urged to pursue their areas of interest and avoid negative element

The 2023 graduating class of St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Primary School has been told to pursue their dreams.

Guest speaker Taahir Bulbulia, said that too often parents push children into certain careers, with little regard to what the child actually wants and this usually led to unhappiness, he added. 

He suggested that as long as the child has chosen a legitimate and rewarding career, parents should give their full support.

Acting Principal and Chairperson Dr. Marvalene Roach delivered the vote of thanks at the graduation ceremony of the St. Patrick R C Primary School.

The recent graduation ceremony at the St Patrick’s Roman Catholic Cathedral where nine students started their transition to secondary education, was also attended by Roman Catholic Bishop The Most Rev. Neil Scantlebury and Vicar General Fr. Clement Paul.

Taahir Bulbulia, guest speaker at the graduation ceremony of the class of 2023.

Head Girl Arianna John delivered a moving speech, saying that St. Patrick’s school had become “a home away from home” for her and her classmates, and the teachers were “like family”. 

She thanked the tutors  who went beyond the call of duty to ensure that all the students performed at their best.

Students of the St. Patrick Roman Catholic Primary School performing a dance during the graduation ceremony.

There was a special moment when the graduates presented roses to their parents and Class Four teacher Frances Marshall, who was recently appointed Assistant Principal.

Acting Principal and Executive Chair Dr Marvalene Roach, a past student of the school, said how pleased she was that the graduating students had worked diligently in preparation for their exams. She wished them well as they entered secondary school and recommended that they stay focused on schoolwork and not be distracted by negative elements they might encounter.

The Class of 2023 comprises: Kirk Dawson (Head Boy), Arianna John (Head Girl), Kalicia Babb, Mariam David, Kenya Fernandes, Joylon Greenidge, Blessing Griffith, Neikobe Trotman and Khloe Vaughan. (PR)  ]]>