Georgetown : The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs has received support from Food for the Poor, to outfit the Sand Creek Secondary School Dormitory in Region Nine. During a recent visit by Minister of Amerindian Affairs Pauline Sukhai, she delivered 30 single bed mattresses donated to the ministry from the charitable organisation.
Minister Sukhai explained that the ministry immediately thought of the school as ideal for the mattresses upon receiving the donation.
The newly constructed school is providing access to education to an additional 50 students from the North Pakaraimas in Region Eight, who were mainly from the Paramakatoi Secondary which was overcrowded. The $77.7M school opened its doors on September 3, 2012 to 88 students.
During her visit Minister Sukhai also spoke to the children about ensuring access to secondary education across the country and Government’s incremental efforts to increase access. She explained that education at all levels will continue to be the priority focus of the Government which recognises that the sector must be placed on the front burner as it is critical to youth development.
The Sand Creek Secondary School is the newest institution serving hinterland students, bringing the total to 13.
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