The celebration highlighted the accomplishments of the past year and reflected on the hard work JMS students out into organizing and hosting events and activities including; –听 –听 –听 –听
Students were also presented with Top Subject Prizes, Residence Certificates, Young Global Citizen Certificates and their Certificates of Completion.
Vote of Thanks Adaolisa Dorene Azike聽was chosen by her peers to deliver this year鈥檚 Vote of Thanks. She thanked Columbia for allowing the JMS class to share in many new experiences together that developed both their confidence and character. After thanking her parents, houseparents, teachers and support staff, she concluded with the following motivational quote; 鈥淟ife is like a roller coaster, sometimes it will pull your down but you鈥檒l get up again.鈥�
Teaching Excellence Award Each year, one member of the JMS staff is recognized for their dedication and commitment to teaching.聽Mrs. Willison聽was presented with this year鈥檚 Teaching Excellence Award for her role in producing and organizing the JMS dramatic production, her passion for teaching social justice and her work liaising with houseparents.
A special thank you to聽Ms. Garell-Teti, Ms. Pat Doric, and the JMS Staff聽for their work in organizing the ceremony. A special thank you to the Maintenance team for their hard work and to聽Mr. Lawlis and his Vocal Music Class聽for their contributions.
We would also like to thank聽Sodexo聽for providing a wonderful reception that reflected the culture of the JMS students.
