Republic Bank honours top NGSA, CSEC RightStart account holders

Republic Bank (Guyana) Limited on Thursday recognised the exceptional achievements of young scholars at the 2023 RightStart Academic Achievement Awards at Cara Lodge Hotel in Georgetown.
The awards ceremony celebrated the outstanding account holders who excelled at the National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) and the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC).
This year marked an expansion of Republic Bank’s awards programme with the inclusion of awards to the top five account holders who conquered CAPE.
Over the years, the bank has consistently demonstrated its commitment to nurturing and honouring academic excellence. The bank’s awards programme also encompasses annual recognition of the country’s top performers at the University of Guyana’s Faculty of Social Sciences, Turkeyen Campus, and the most outstanding graduating student at the Tain Campus.
The bank’s commitment to embracing a broader perspective on educational excellence underscores its dedication to supporting and encouraging the diverse talents and aspirations of Guyana’s youth.
General Manager – Credit, Venus Frith in his congratulatory remarks, reminded the awardees that their academic success is not just an achievement but the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. He emphasised that their accomplishments serve as a beacon of hope for the future, inspiring others to pursue limitless possibilities through determination and a pursuit of excellence. He encouraged the awardees to maintain their passion for learning, as education is a lifelong journey.
These initiatives underline Republic Bank’s belief that education is the cornerstone of progress, the catalyst for change, and the path to a brighter future. The bank’s commitment to nurturing the educational development of young talent is not merely a corporate responsibility but a passionate dedication to uplifting communities and inspiring the leaders of tomorrow.
Each awardee received a special token which was deposited into their respective RightStart accounts.
The 2023 RightStart Academic Achievement Awards is a testament to Republic Bank’s unwavering commitment to educational excellence and the empowerment of the youth of Guyana.