With the new school year to commence on Monday, 35 youths from the Micobie and Campbelltown Police Youth Groups in Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) on Thursday received stationery items as part of the Commander’s back-to-school initiative.
The youths along with senior officers
The school items include haversacks, books and other school-related items.
Commander Senior Superintendent Michael Kingston urged the youths to remain in school and take their education seriously.
He also reminded them that education is the key to unlocking many successes and that it is also the movement from darkness to light. He also stressed the need for the youths to be their brother’s keepers.
He reiterated that formal education is about gaining the knowledge and skills needed to become a better person and create a better society to live in.
Also at the event was Deputy Commander, Superintendent Javon Hamer, who shared the same sentiments, adding that a proper education enables everyone to grow whether personally, professionally, or socially.
He also said that it can awaken joy, curiosity, and a deep desire to solve problems and help others.
Present at the handing-over ceremony was Community Relations Officer Sergeant Hakim and other representatives.
The Commander also expressed gratitude to the sponsors.
