Parkinson Memorial School duo recognised for grit and determination

Parkinson Memorial Secondary School’s Shacoria Alleyne and Imani Hinds have stood out as shining examples of perseverance and excellence, and for that, they were chosen as recipients of this year’s Goddard Enterprises Ltd (GEL) Awards of Excellence.

The two were celebrated and rewarded during their recent graduation ceremony. It is the fourth consecutive year GEL has presented these awards.

Alleyne, a consistent top performer and multiple recipient of the Principal’s Academic Award, has ranked among the top three students in her class throughout her time at Parkinson.

Despite growing up in a large household with economic challenges, she remained focused, optimistic and determined.

As a prefect, Alleyne is an inspirational leader, successfully balancing her academic achievements with her ongoing service to the school community. Hinds’ journey has also been marked by resilience. Entering secondary school during the COVID-19 pandemic, he quickly adapted to the challenges of remote learning. Always punctual and among the first to submit assignments, he demonstrated discipline and drive—qualities that stood firm even as he faced a serious health condition.

In spite of his personal struggles and a challenging health condition, Hinds continued to strive for, and achieve excellence, refusing to let adversity define him. His selection as a prefect was predicted, and he carried out his duties with pride.

GEL presented the two outstanding pupils with electronic tablets and plaques.

Following the graduation, GEL People Coordinator Valerie Lovell congratulated the awardees for their overall achievements, adding that their courage, determination and leadership skills have made them positive role models. She noted that those qualities reflected GEL’s core values.

Lovell wished them well as they moved on from secondary school.

Since adopting the school in 2018, GEL has hosted students at their Haggatt Hall Head Office on successive International Men’s and Women Days, where some of their senior executives engaged with them. GEL has also held career showcases at the school, and recently provided uniforms for the Parkinson Pumas Athletics team for this year’s Barbados Secondary Schools Athletic Championships.

(PR/BT)