Summer school is more than just a way to pass time during the holidays—it is a powerful tool for preventing learning loss and preparing students for academic success. Research has consistently shown that many students, particularly those in lower-income households, experience a decline in academic performance during the long summer break. This phenomenon, known as the “summer slide,” can…
INSTRUCTION: Fill in the blanks using the correct past tense form of the verbs in brackets. Cloze Passage: A Day at the Market (Past Tense Focus) Last Saturday, my cousin and I (decide) __________ to visit the Coronation Market in Kingston. We (wake) __________ up early and (leave) __________ the house just after 6 a.m. The streets still (look) __________…
he Power of Community Initiatives in Addressing Youth Unemployment In many developing countries, youth unemployment remains one of the most persistent socio-economic challenges. Traditional employment pathways—such as government jobs or positions in large corporations—are no longer sufficient to absorb the ever-growing number of school leavers and university graduates. In this context, community-based initiatives are proving to be effective alternatives for…
