St. John’s, Antigua: Monday, January 22nd, 2024: With one of its giving pillars being Education, the Calvin Ayre Foundation (CAF) continues to show its deep commitment to fostering academic excellence and empowering the next generation of leaders and change-makers. In a donation ceremony held at Island Academy International last week, the Foundation once again donated US$200,000 (EC$540,00) in scholarships, to assist local Antiguan and Barbudan students to access education at the accredited international baccalaureate school.
The cheque was handed over at the small event by CAF Manager, Jamilla Kirwan, and was attended by various representatives, including the school’s Founder, Bernadette Sherman; Director, Portia Moursy; Principal, Sophie Bown and students from various grades.
The event started with the Antigua and Barbuda National Anthem played on violin by senior student, Asafa Donovan. The entertainment continued with a beautiful rendition of Katy Perry’s “Firework”, played by the Grade 7 students, led by their music and drama teacher, Jocelyn Beldman. The musical piece featured various percussion instruments, including the Steel Pan.
CAF Manager, Jamilla Kirwan, announced that the significant financial contribution was aimed at increasing educational opportunities for local students and posited that the partnership is a shared goal between the two organizations, to empower students to unlock their fullest potential.
