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Record attendance greets players at softball opener
The Softball 2013 Season Opener on May 10 to 11 at the Murphy Town Ball Field filled the stands to capacity. Four men’s teams participated. For this, and other Sports stories, please see page 10. Above: Creter's Bulldogs Pitcher Lyle Sawyer pitching to a Treasure Cay Jets player.
Young Abaco sailor to represent The Bahamas in World Championship
Above: Branden Sands, of Cherokee Sound, was one of the top three sailors chosen to represent The Bahamas in the World Championship later in the summer. Branden will be 13 when he competes in the Optimist North American Championship in Bermuda from July 2-11 and the Optimist World Championship on Lake Garda Italy from July 15-26.
By Jennifer Hudson Young sailor Branden Sands is really going places. He will be heading to Bermuda and Italy this coming summer as a result of his recent sailing successes. Branden has been named to the Bahamas Junior National Sailing Team by the Bahamas Sailing Association (BSA). Branden is presently a grade 6 student at the Cherokee Sound Primary School and will have just celebrated his 13th birthday when he competes in these prestigious championships. Branden has competed in four major national and international sailing regattas over the past six months and finished with a third-place win overall out of 90 sailors in the Optimist class. The top three sailors were chosen to represent the Bahamas in the World Championship which is the top sailing regatta. (There is no Optimist class in the Olympics as that is for larger boats only). The team will be accompanied by the Director of the Bahamas National Sailing Association, Robert Dunkley, who is their coach. Branden’s father, Timothy, has been asked to go as Team Leader. BranPlease see
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den will participate in the Optimist North American Championship in Bermuda from July 2-11 and the Optimist World Championship on Lake Garda Italy from July 15-26. Lake Garda is a very well-known sailing destination. The other young sailors going to these regattas from The Bahamas are all from Nassau and Branden will be the first sailor from Abaco ever to sail in any of these regattas. David Valentine, Director of the Grand Bahama Sailing Club Optimist Fleet who is the Captain for the Bahamas sees great potential in Branden. “He sometimes comes to Cherokee Sound to coach and is an incredible motivator,” states Timothy Sands, Branden’s father. Sailing is a sport which requires much strength because wind conditions make it hard and In order to be in top physical shape Branden participates in a personal fitness training programme. At the Optimist World Challenge prior to the competition there will be one practice day and one day for measurements, weighing boats and equipment. “Rules are extremely strict and even a rudder which is 1 mm too long will be disqualified,” stated Mr. Sands. Since competitors travelling from afar are unable to take their own boats they charter brand-new boats from a company on site
but will take their own sails. Branden will actually compete in eight days of sailing. Branden has been working very hard to make the team and is on cloud nine at this opportunity to travel and participate in these prestigious championships. He and his father are hoping that this will motivate other young sailors. Branden trains with Matt McCoy in Hope Town and is a member of the Hope Town Sailing Club. This past weekend Branden received another ‘feather in his cap’ when he won the Homer Lowe Optimist Sailing Regatta in Marsh Harbour. As well as working hard with his sailing Branden also works hard in school and has just been nominated for the prestigious Bahamian Student of the Year award. He also finds time to pursue painting which is another hobby he loves. Branden is a gifted artist, a talent he has inherited from his uncle, the famous painter Alton Lowe. Travelling to these regattas will be expensive so funding is now an issue for Branden. Several fundraisers are being planned by community-minded persons so anyone wishing to help this young sailor pursue his dreams and represent The Bahamas will have the opportunity to do so. Interested persons can follow Branden on his Facebook page at www.facebook. com/abaco sailing.
Frank’s IceCream Bible Summer Job Program registration on Abaco
Top prize is Jaguar Car
Above: last year’s program conducted in Grand Bahama. Ashley Murray (center) was the 19/20 year old & under category winner from Abaco. By Canishka Alexander Following an accident in 1998, Grand Bahama resident Frank Outten was prompted to spread cheer and the Word of God to young people throughout the Bahamas. As owner and manager of Frank’s IceCream, Mr. Outten began hosting an annual Frank’s IceCream and Back-toSchool Bible Summer Job Program. Whitney Bain of Innerspring Youth
Program said that for the Summer Job program, students can register online at http:// www.franksicecream.com or complete the registration form. While registration forms can be collected from all Frank’s IceCream store locations and Program Sponsors’ location, this year participants on Abaco can pick up registration forms and register Please see
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with Bain at Latter Rain Church in Dundas Town. The registration fee is $10, and an additional $10 for the audio Bible. Registration ends on July 31. By referring customers to Frank’s IceCream Store or a participating sponsor store, students earn 10 percent of all referred sales every two weeks until the program is completed. As for the Bible contest, students must correctly answer the questions on the New Testament Bible Exam, which is held in early August. Following the Bible Exam, an Awards Ceremony is held about two weeks later to reward the winners. The grand prize for this year is a Jaguar Car. First place winners like Ashley Murray of S.C. Bootle High School, who won the 19-20 year old and under category last year, received $1,000 cash and a laptop/iPad. Second place winners received $500 and other prizes, and third place winners were awarded $300 and prizes. All participants receive a certificate and school supplies. There are seven age group categories with three levels in each one. In addition to the grand prize of a Jaguar car, Mr. Outten is looking to soon provide a house as well for the blessed winner because his goal is to continue to get people back into the Word and to transform their lives.
Bain proudly stated that this is the second year for Abaco to compete. Patrick Huyler, one of the church members of Latter Rain Church, was doing some research on selling ice cream and began looking for someone who could assist him. Huyler ended up meeting Frank Outten. In preparation for this year’s contest, Bain is hopeful that more children will get involved this year. Outten was approached about holding the exam at Latter Rain Church, and he agreed. Bain said he is excited about opening registration this month at Latter Rain Church and will be distributing registration forms and flyers. Besides Ashley, six other persons attended the Awards Ceremony from his church last year along with three women from First Baraka Church with Pastor Sitoir Pasterain. Overall, however, there were a host of people in attendance. In order to be successful at an event of this magnitude, Outten partners with companies to obtain prizes and monetary assistance. The companies also extend sponsorship to the Bible program and assist with job training. “There is a large team of people who make this happen,” Bain commented. This year is a first for Eleuthera students, and Outten plans to hold the ceremony wherever the winner is from in the near future. Bain said that throughout this month, he will be contacting local businesses in reference to the summer program
and contacting various youth programs to register their students for the program. “There is no exclusion because this is something for all of Abaco and the cays,” Bain said. “This is a great thing to keep kids focused.” Visit http://franksicecream.com for more information on the Frank’s IceCream Bible Summer Job Program. Also, contact Whitney Bain by e-mail atWhitney_bain@ yahoo.com, or by phone at 1-242-4580675.
SC Bootle students place in IBS Build-ABridge Competition Press Release In association with The College of The Bahamas, five students of S. C. Bootle High School participated in the IBS BuildPlease see
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Above: S. C. Bootle High School at the IBS Bridge Building Competition in Nassau. From left: Antonese Kersaint, Sandlee Brutus, Keeon Daziel, Teacher Mr. Gavin Daziel, Kerry Fleuridor and Johnny August.
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A-Bridge Competition held in Nassau on April 25 under the theme, “Can Your Bridge Handle the Load?” S. C. Bootle was the only school representing the island of Abaco. The objective of the exercise was to learn how the schools of Mathematics, Physics and Technology can come together to build a bridge out of 100 popsicle sticks to accommodate as much weight as possible. The students, Keeon Daziel, Sandlee Brutus, Johnny August, Kerry Fleuridor and Antonese Kersaint accompanied by their teacher, Gavin Daziel secured a fourth place finish among 20 schools, which included St. Andrews School, St. Augustine’s College, Anatol Rodgers High School, St. John’s College, C. R. Walker Senior High School, Doris Johnson Senior High School, and Kingsway Academy among others. S. C. Bootle’s bridge was built with the required 100 popsicle sticks and was able to carry a weight of 95 pounds before breaking. S.C. Bootle Principal Huel Moss said: "Going forward, the students and their teacher are looking forward to becoming future winners. Hats off to the boys for a job well done. Keep up the good work!"
Canadian students assist at Every Child Counts School By Jennifer Hudson Nineteen students from Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada, are spending several weeks assisting at the Every Child Counts School in Marsh Harbour. Having arrived on April 30, fifteen of the students will be staying for a period of five weeks while four will be staying on until the end of June. All of the students, except one who has already graduated, are in their third or fourth year of study so several will be graduating upon their completion of their work at ECC. Last year seven students from Ryerson assisted in a similar program which was so successful that this year it has more than doubled in size. Six of the students are in the Early Childhood Studies Department at the University. Four of these are working with younger children and two are assisting in the academic classes. The other 13 young people are Social Work students and are running three programs with the older children in the mornings: 1. A dance/ movement program throughout the entire school. 2. An athletic program throughout the school involving soccer and volleyball since six of the students are varsity athletes. 3. An art program as two of the stu-
Above: Nineteen Ryerson University from Toronto, Canada are spending several weeks on Abaco to assist with the Every Child Counts School in Marsh Harbour. Programs they are starting/assisting with include athletic programs, an art program, and programs to raise awareness about abuse and childrens’ rights.
dents have an art background. In the afternoons the social work students work on four projects: 1. Age-appropriate programs for the whole school. 2. Rights of the child. 3. Age appropriate body responsibility which includes physical abuse, inappropriate touching and name-calling involving the body. The students will be compiling and disseminating information on disabilities for parents and organizing in school seminars on physical disabilities, personality disabilities, learning disabilities and autism. 4. A fundraising group will build on the work already begun by last year’s students. The students want to create an awareness of these important issues both here in the Every Child Counts School and outside in the community and other schools. All of the students have been carefully selected by sociology professor, Jean Golden, who accompanies the students each year. Informational seminars are given and the resumes of interested students are carefully scrutinized before selections are made. Some of the students are able to get recognition for their work as a credit on their academic course but for the majority of students the work is purely voluntary. All students raise funds to pay their own way. Professor Golden states that the University would like to establish a course here at ECC as a university course credit. When I spoke with the students, they had been working at ECC for one week and were very enthusiastic about their programs which they felt were going well. They were very impressed with the school,
observing that all its programs are very well run and they were also impressed at how all the teachers include all of the children in everything even the most severely disabled. They were captivated by the children whom they find to be very friendly, polite and respectful and they were moved by how helpful the children are to each other with the more able helping the less able. Outside of school hours the students are enjoying discovering the island and all Abaco has to offer but expressed horror at the high prices in the grocery store. They have all bonded strongly with the students at ECC and say that they will be very sad when it is time to leave.
Camp Rock to provide summer fun By Vernique Russell The spring has arrived and before you know it school will be out and summer will be here. This season often leave parents to wonder what is there for children to do while school is out. One answer is now here: Camp Rock. Camp Rock will include educational and social development programs. Each week for seven weeks, the camp will focus on a specific observation and provide fun-filled and exciting activities for its campers. From boot camp to money camp, everything under the sun will be covered. The camp will be located in Marsh Harbour and will accommodate 30 campers between the ages of 3-13. If you have children and are interested in enrolling them in the camp, please contact 242-525-8067.
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School & Youth News “I Gat A Right” Seminar launched during Child Protection Month in April By Canishka Alexander Representatives from the National Child Protection Council, which is an advisory council for the Ministry of Social Services and Community Development, launched their I Gat a Right Seminar on Abaco on April 19. The seminar was held at St. John the Baptist Parish Hall for fifth and sixth grade students with six schools represented. Dr. Novia Carter-Higgs, co-chairman for the National Child Protection Council, explained that the month of April was Child Protection Month, which was celebrated under the theme: “Protecting Children in a Changing World.” The I Gat A Right Seminar was launched in November 2012, and is geared to inform children everywhere of their rights according to the convention for the rights of a child. “The purpose like I said is to make sure every child knows their rights, but to make sure that they understand that with those rights come responsibility as well,” Dr. Carter-Higgs emphasized. The seminar, she said, was just a springboard to come back and do some reinforcement and to train some more of the students. As they continue to develop the program, again they want to make sure the children of The Bahamas know their rights and are given the opportunity to share what their major concerns are as well. As they held their discussions a quote from Kofi Annan hovered on the projector screen, stating that: “There is no trust more sacred than the one the world holds with children. There is no duty more important than ensuring that their rights are respected, that their welfare is protected, that their lives are free fear and want and that they can grow up in peace.”
The students were separated into family groups to decide how the rights of children were affected by the scenarios given to them. Scenarios ranged from an eightyear-old packing boy who comes from a poor family that does not have a car to an Indian law, which allows children as young as eight years old to get married. Dr. Carter Higgs said that these types of off-the-wall scenarios helps them to empathize with children all over the world. Although they may not have the same concern, there are children elsewhere who have those concerns. She was accompanied by Pastor Gil Maycock, chairman of the National Child Protection Council; Jasmaine Harper, council member, and a representative of the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture; and Ms. Lesley Taylor of the Social Services Department. The group also had plans to visit Eleuthera to launch the I Gat A Right Seminar there following their trip to Abaco. They have successfully completed two sessions in New Providence.
St. Francis captures first Minister’s Cup at MUNS By Canishka Alexander St. Francis de Sales School’s Debating Team won the Minister’s Cup trophy while attending the 16th Model United Nations Sessions (MUNS) on April 22 at the Crown Ballroom in the Coral Towers at Atlantis, Paradise Island. The school was represented by Marlique Hield, Diazhanee Gibson, Joshua Robins and Abidemi Simon and accompanied by Advisor and Teacher Mr. Cecil Simon, and Olive Simon, teacher and chaperone. Five students were trained to include Rajeev Clarke, but only four attended because of financial constraints. Mr. Simon said that the Minister’s Cup – named in honour of Fred Mitchell, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration – is the first in a series of trophies
Above: the winning St. Francis Model United Nations team. Left to right: Marlique Hield, Diazhanee Gibson, Joshua Robins, Abidemi Simon and Rajeev Clarke. They are joined by Advisor and Teacher Mr. Cecil Simon, who is standing behind them. that was presented based on the school that gave the best response to a simulated question based on operations of UN. “We are the first school to win the floating trophy, so we hope to maintain it at the school within the years to come,” Mr. Simon said. The students were given the opportunity to win the trophy during a segment entitled Crisis Moment, and they had only two minutes to respond. Representing the country of Brazil, Diazhanee said they were given questions on North Korea making a torpedo attack on South Korea and the United States. Abidemi discussed ways to assess the situation, while Marlique spoke on the solution they had come up with. The students gave the best response. The objective was to see how well students are in command with operations of the United Nations, and how they would respond to the kind of scenario they were presented with. Mr. Simon was pleased to note that the students are going places
because the competition opens them up to resolving conflicts, and presents a great deal of exposure for young minds. He said that the only preparation for the scenario was students having a good understanding of the workings of the United Nations in its entirety otherwise they would not be able to react to the question at all. Mr. Simon added: “Overall, the Principal (Josephine Kumar) recognizes that this kind of achievement shows that the students are familiar with the operations of the UN. More or less, we value the trophy compared to a first or second place trophy. Fifteen schools competed overall, and S.C. Bootle High School was the host school because they won last year. Abidemi Simon was the only student who had participated before, so Mr. Simon said by next year, they are sure to be an even more professional lot. “These young minds – these are the future of The Bahamas’ diplomatic counsel; it’s exposing them to that kind of area,” Mr. Simon observed. “It’s good that Abaco can produce these kinds of people.” As for their experiences, Marlique said the she enjoyed an awesome experience, and that it had been different from what she had expected. She recalled the tension felt among the schools as they competed for one prize. However, she congratulated her peers on a phenomenal job for their participation and obtaining their trophy. Seated next to Marlique, Diazhanee commented that she had been scared because it was her first time competing against veterans at MUNS. However, she gained confidence after participating and addressing their questions, which resulted in winning the prize. For Joshua, MUNS was a learning experience, and he had fun interacting with the other schools. Abidemi, who had competed before, said she was accustomed to the working of the UN and MUNS, so it had been a fun, learning experience. Although Rajeev did not attend, he was still able to speak from the perspective of going through the training. Overall, he was appreciative of the experience because he has never been a part of public speaking. He expressed hope in participating next, to assist his colleagues in securing a first-place trophy. St. Francis de Sales School placed second overall in the competition last year.
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CEBO Workshop offers business training to youth By Canishka Alexander On April 29 to May 2, a Creativity for Employment and Business Opportunity (CEBO) Youth Training Workshop was held at the Government Complex. The workshop was spearheaded by the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture with Nadia Cash and Machelle Major as facilitators. Cash introduced participants to a full and energizing four days of the program, which was developed by a group of persons from the Caribbean Community otherwise known as CARICOM. CEBO began as a program targeting the youth who were marginalized in their communities, and those with no vision or goals for the future. A Second Chance Project was soon developed to address the main problem plaguing the youth who felt that there was no hope of doing better because they were given no tools to make money or to care for their families. Through CEBO, the youth were given the opportunity to learn about entrepreneurship and start their own businesses. The steps included having them start a simulated business, and ensuring that everything in the program was hands on and interactive. Cash explained that the program normally runs for five days, but was condensed to four days for Abaco participants. The full-day sessions were offered to approximately 25 participants. The group began by completing personality profiles to get to know who they were and who their teammates were. Next, they were given a speed teaming event to write their interests down on index cards, and develop business groups based on those interests. The Bank of CEBO loaned them a small amount of money, so that they could formulate a business, sell products and make their money back.
Cash pointed out that everything they learned was related to how they were going to start their own businesses. Participants learned about conflict resolution, time management, sales and marketing, budgeting, legal aspects of business, problem solving and team building exercises, financing, and the development of a business idea and plan. Although it was a lot of material to cover, she promised a funfilled, upbeat experience to them. “We’re going to have fun, and I keep on stressing that because I don’t believe in teaching and learning without having fun,” Cash said. After a fun exercise of forming groups based on similar interests, Major delivered a presentation on CARICOM. She provided a list of the full member states and the partial states noting that there was not only the need to bring the Caribbean’s voice to the world, but a voice to the young people of the Caribbean. Remarkably, 60 percent of the Caribbean’s unemployed population is under 30 years old. During their closing ceremony on May 2, Cash invited Island Administrators Preston Cunningham and Stephen Wilson to address the students. Cunningham said he saw great business persons in their midst as he congratulated them. After certificates were distributed to persons who had completed the program, group members made presentations to demonstrate what they had accomplished throughout the week. The first business to be introduced was Tropical Sports Inc., which produced the Dragon Herbal Energy Drink. The drink consisted of natural ingredients or bush medicine like strong back, five finger, and love vine. The drink is good for back aches, sprains and as an energy booster and impotency in men. The company looks
Above: Group photo of CEBO participants at their closing ceremony on May 2. to become the premier supplier of natural products that contribute to a healthy lifestyle and expand locally each year. Next up was Albury Sounds Incorporated, which targeted young people on Abaco who are musically inclined. The business promoted individuals as artists by recording and distributing their music for them. Their first demo CD is called “The Voice of the Youth.” An all-female group – Island Swag BENYA – shared how they had sold locally handcrafted products and jewelry and had made a $153-profit. Select participants also shared their firsthand experiences. The final presentation was made by associate members of A Taste of Heaven, an all-Bahamian owned franchise company that provides catering and food delivery service for small businesses and large-scale
businesses to enhance the food and beverage industry. Two cycles of CEBO has already been completed in Nassau before Cash and Major visited Abaco. It was offered for the first time in August 2012 to St. Kitts, Jamaica, Dominica, Belize, Barbados and Guyana, and there are plans to take the program to additional island in The Bahamas. "We want to go beyond just having a program, and follow up with one-day sessions and mentorship," Cash added. "We are liaising with countries to make CEBO more recognizable in societies as a premier business training program." With that in mind, Cash said they hoped to have a lot more solidified steps by July as they continue to develop CEBO.
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School & Youth News Teachers’ Appreciation Day held at S.C. Bootle
Above: a few of the happy teachers at the SC Bootle Teachers’ Appreciation Day. Press Release Teaching is deemed a noble profession. This idea was clearly embraced by the students of S.C. Bootle as they showed their appreciation for their teachers on Teachers’ Appreciation Day. Christine Curry, a parent, brought brief remarks. She admonished the students to always respect their teachers as they are the ones that impart knowledge and training which will see them through life. She cited the names of students who passed through S.C. Bootle, and who are now prominent people in the community and country. The students portrayed their love for the teachers through songs, speeches and gifts. They admitted to not being what
they should be, but through it all, they proclaimed their love for their teachers. A skit was performed by the students to show the importance of listening to instructions. Various students imitated the personalities of some of the teachers, and Principal Mr. Huel Moss was not left out. They portrayed him as a stern principal who does not let them get away with anything. All in all, Teachers' Appreciation Day at S.C. Bootle was a wonderful event. The teachers were well attired in their black Tshirts, which boldly stated: "I Love Teaching" and the reasons for declaring this statement. The shirts were sponsored by the Future Teacher of The Bahamas Cadets at S. C. Bootle High School.
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St. Cloud University offers scholarships for summer program By Canishka Alexander Dr. Robert Johnson, professor of Ethnic Studies at St. Cloud University, held a public meeting at Aldersgate Methodist Church on April 3 encouraging parents to enroll their students in the free college summer program offered by the university. Last year, Perkell Collie was the only Bahamian student to attend the program in Minnesota, and she and her mother, Mrs. Angie Collie of Auskell Medical Center, enjoyed an unforgettable experience. As project director for Pre-College Programs at St. Cloud, Dr. Johnson visited Abaco students to extend the offer to them to participate in the Advanced Program in Technology and Science. Regrettably, the small number of parents and students attending the meeting indicated that there was very little interest in what was being offered. For two weeks leading up to the meeting, Ms. Collie promoted the meeting locally. In his remarks, Dr. Johnson said that the program offers opportunities for youth ages 8 to 18 years old to attend summer programs at the campus, and that it has a two-fold global focus. “There are a number of students, who are residents in Minnesota whose families are from all over the world. Secondly, we also have students from different parts of the world attending our programs,” he shared. Because Bahamians have been participating in the program for the past two years, he wanted to see at least 20 students from Abaco take advantage of the opportunity. The program, Dr. Johnson, said is heavily subsidized, and students are offered scholarships based on their family income and financial circumstances. He added that all students will have most of their expenses like tuition, academic fees, books or room and board paid for; however, if the family is able to make a
contribution, it will be requested. The programs range from one week to four weeks depending upon the grade level. Younger students spend one week at St. Cloud, while high school students are enrolled for three and four weeks. While Perkell was there, she completed a project on saliva, and put together an awesome video presentation based on her experience with other students from around the world. The Department of Education’s District Superintendent Dr. Lenora Black gave her full support. She said that the program provides an opportunity for students to be engaged in an extraordinary experience. They are also able to learn a little about college life and are given an opportunity to decide on a career path. “It’s nothing like hands on,” she reasoned. “We can tell them, we can provide the vicarious experiences for them, but living it and being a part of it teaches exactly what they would have been exposed to in the classrooms. Because the interest by parents and students was very low, the offer was extended to other islands to make up the 20 students. However, for those parents who did enroll their children into the program, they were informed that Dr. Johnson would be in contact with them within a couple of weeks. Dr. Johnson was accompanied by his wife, Nurse Icephine Johnson, during his visit.
Success Training College now accepting applications for Fall Semester By Samantha Evans On Saturday April 13, 2013, Success Training College held orientation for the new semester but what is unique about this university is that they are the only college on island that can provide high school graduates and adults with the opportunity to receive an Associate’s Degree while Please see
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they work. They are promoting their Associate’s Degree Program to high school graduates this year because of their new relationship with Nova Southeastern University. This relationship allows them to be the feeder school for this university which means that they provide the students with the first two years of their undergraduate degree and Nova provides them with the last two years. This program is excellent for parents who want their children to remain home either because they are too young to go away on their own or if they have difficulty financing a move to another island or country. Director of the extended learning program of Success Training College is excited about this relationship and is encouraging more students to remain at home to study with Success. This college offers affordable tuition rates that can be paid monthly over the course of the semester. They also have well trained instructors who are degreed professionals from the communities where these students live. The degrees offered include: Business Administration, Accounts, Early Childhood Education, Human Resources Management, Computer Internet Tech, Primary Education, and Computer Information Systems. The college is now taking applications for the Fall semester (September 2013) and will be taking application forms all through the summer. Interested persons can contact Sharon Rolle at 2257162 or Enid White at 475-2957.
Agape celebrates our nation’s 40th Independence Anniversary By Canishka Alexander Agape Christian School’s staff members and students held a special service to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of The Bahamas’ Independence on May 3 at Grace Gym. Moderators Brenda Bain and Claire Marshall ensured that the program ran smoothly as they called on students to give their contributions. Patrick Bethel was one of the guest speakers for the auspicious ceremony. “I voted for independence, I campaigned for independence, and I‘ve never regretted it,” Bethel expressed in his opening remarks. He vividly recalled the eve of Independence at Clifford Park where there were thousands of Bahamians gathered, and his observance of the Bahamian flag raised on the flag pole and hearing the national anthem for the first time. Bethel favoured independence after living under the conditions of colonial governance in the Out Islands. He and many others felt like second-class citizens whose rights were denied in many instances. He outlined four areas of Bahamian life that have undergone drastic changes since Independence, and that have helped to build our Bahamaland like the muchincreased middle class; the improvement of our educational system; healthcare upgrades in the Family Islands; and the introduction of the National Insurance Board (NIB). There were a few more recitations by students and musical selections before Mr. Williams “Bill” Swain spoke. Swain owned one of the first construction companies on the island. He told the audience how grate-
Above: Patrick Bethel reminisces on pre-Independence days in The Bahamas, and the changes that came in the wake of an independent Bahamas during a special service at Agape Christian School’s Grace Gym on May 3. ful he was for the opportunity to speak to them as he began to share his memories of growing up in The Bahamas; seeing The Bahamas become an Independent Nation; and his thoughts on The Bahamas’ celebration of 40 years of Independence. Born in Bluff Point on Oct.5, 1931, Swain attended the All-Age School before going to live in Nassau with his uncle to attend school. “Growing up in The Bahamas wasn’t easy. There were good days and there were bad days,” he said. From his memory, he came back to Abaco and resumed his studies at school with Mr. Neely and Mr. Sweeting. The students used to work three miles every day from Murphy Town to school. He fondly remembered The Bahamas becoming an independent nation; however, in Abaco it wasn’t easy during those times, and the word “independent” was not readily accepted. Independence was desired, but there were those who did not want to
gain independence at that point. Yet, for those who longed for an independent Bahamas – their wish was granted. “Here we are 40 years now we are celebrating an independent nation,” he said proudly. “It’s through God’s grace, it’s through God’s mercy, and it’s through His enabling power which sustains us and brought us where we are. We can rejoice as we lift up our heads to the rising sun, and as we march forward together to build this Bahamaland let us do it with fervrence, let us do it together, let us do it willingly to know that we are our brother’s keeper. “Together let us put our hands to the plow, let us work together for the good of our nation as we are now an independent land. This country is ours, let us appreciate it, let us work hard to better the conditions of all people that live in this Bahamaland, and together we will march together with one purpose, one goal for a better Bahamas. May God bless you.”
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Softball Season 2013 honours softball legend The late Aretha Lockhart-Mackey is remembered
Above: some of the many fans attending the games during the season opener. By Canishka Alexander Record numbers of fans attended the Softball 2013 Season Opener on May 10 to 11 at the Murphy Town Ball Field filling the stands to capacity for the first time in a long while. Four men’s teams were in attendance: Hope Town Wreckers; DNR Sluggers; Creter’s Bulldogs; and TC Jets formerly known as Destroyers. It was an action-packed weekend with beautiful weather to boot and an impressive field for the players to exhibit their softball skills on. In the first game of the double-header series, DNR Pitcher Thomas “Machine Gun” Kelly accomplished an impressive three-man strike out on the Wreckers team during one of the innings leaving Umpire Eustace Penn quite impressed. DNR Sluggers showed early on that they will be a
force to be reckoned with as they swept the game 4 to 2. Following the game, Cay Mills, Abaco Softball Association president, led in the opening ceremony dedicating the 2013 season to the late Aretha Lockhart-Mackey, who ranked among the nation’s best female softball players. He called on Pastor Edgburt Tinker for the opening prayer, introduced his committee members, and then invited Kayshara Adderley to sing the national anthem. Mills asked her husband and children to stand among the players on the field during the ceremony. Mills recalled her passion and fire, and that Aretha could play any and every position just as good as any other player on the field. “That was unusual; that is why she became a national player,” Mills affirmed.
Above: Abaco Softball Association President Cay Mills (with mic) and a few of his committee members on the field.
“I miss her dearly, and we are going to dedicate this year to her.” He also introduced her attorney Mr. Arthur L. Minnis, who attended the event when he heard that it would be dedicated to Lockhart-Mackey. Lockhart-Mackey’s son made the first pitch, while her daughter followed up with one of her own. Soon the featured game between the Bulldogs and Jets was underway. Bulldogs won 7 to 2. On the following night, the TC Jets and Hope Town Wreckers were first up. The two teams battled it out on the field, but the upper hand was given to the Jets. The veteran team soared to a win with 14 runs leaving the Wreckers with a defeat as they scored no points. In the final game, the Bulldogs were well prepared to lead off against their familiar opponents: the DNR Sluggers. Within only five innings, Bulldogs beat the Sluggers 11 to 2. Bulldogs Pitcher Tyler Russell explained that they are going to take it slowly this year, and build the league in Abaco. Demonstrating sportsmanship, he nobly recognized that they are going to have to take time out to help build the other teams and teach the fundamentals of the sport. “We’re not only going to come out and beat up on them, but to work with them and make them a good team to have good competition in Abaco,” Russell continued. “We want to keep the league strong, so we can go away to win the championships in Nassau.”
Above: DNR Pitcher Thomas “Machine Gun” Kelly pitching to players on the Hope Town Wreckers team on May 10 during the Softball Season Opener 2013 in honour of the late Aretha Lockhart-Mackey, a former national softball player.
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Abacom United and Heat to meet ACH teams attend Gateway Basketball Tournament 2013 in Bimini on May 19 for final showdown
Football Knock-Out Cup features series of exciting games
Above: players from Heat and Showoffs trying to control the ball. By Mirella Santillo The last round of the soccer Knockout Cup will take place in the afternoon of May 19 between Abacom United and the Treasure Cay Heat. The preliminary round of the Knockout Cup was won by Flesh against Fresh, after a tight game that ended 2-2. The final score of 4-2 for Flesh was decided by penalty kicks in overtime. According to the spectators, the April 21 game was one of the best of the season. The first game of that Sunday had been forfeited since the Hope Town Showstoppers did not show up to play at the scheduled time. The second round of the Knockout Cup was held on May 5 between Abacom United and Flesh in the first game and the Showoffs and Heat in the second game. Both games were played on the defensive.
Abacom and Flesh were tied 0-0 at the end of the first half. Remy Altidor gave the advantage to Abacom United by scoring a goal in the second half. The final score was 1-0 for Abacom United, eliminating Flesh from the final competition. Heat scored one goal in the first half, but in spite of a more aggressive game in the second half by the Showoffs, they never took the chance to equalize. The final will take place at 6:00 pm on May 19 during the last game of the day. It should be an exciting match to watch. There will be a regular league match on May 12, but it is already confirmed that Abacom United will be this year’s league winner as no other team will be able to make up its 4 points advantage before the end of the season. Presently, Fresh is in second position with 13 points.
Abaco Central High School’s Junior and Senior Boys Basketball teams travelled to Bimini in April to the Gateway Christian Academy Basketball Tournament, according to Coach Shantell Penn. ACH was represented by two junior teams in the tournament. Junior Team A won the championship game against North Andros, and Team B finished fifth overall. The Senior Boys team received second place after being defeated by Gateway Christian Academy. Photo courtesy Coach Shantell Penn.
North Abaco Baseball team receives donation of a truck
The North Abaco Baseball team received a donation of a 2007 GMC Sierra double cab truck to transport players to and from their baseball games at the Murphy Town Ball Field. Homeowner Donald Rossi and his family made the substantial donation to the Little League team four months ago, and it has been a big help, Coach Nigel Bootle said. “We just got it licensed and insured, so we want to thank him for a job well done,” Bootle lauded. “The kids are happy and the parents are all happy about the donation.” Above: North Abaco Baseball team poses in front of the GMC truck donated by Donald Rossi and family earlier this year.
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Artist Highlight Marjolein Scott’s new medium allows for wearable art By Jennifer Hudson Congratulations were in order to artist Marjolein Scott who recently achieved an honourable mention at the prestigious Delray Beach Art Show in Florida. This is an annual event which is held in downtown Delray Beach and features over 700 artists and crafters. This was its 51st year in existence and Ms. Scotts’ second time showing here. The event is a three-day show and the judges visit each booth at the beginning of the first day. The appearance of the booth and the artwork are judged and the judges deemed the presentation of Ms. Scott and her Florida Contessa, Debbie Lindo, to be tropical and professional. She was delighted to receive this honourable mention at such a major show. Ms. Scott was born in Indonesia and grew up in the Orient and East Africa. She studied ballet, oriental dance and fine art before making her way to the United States, via Great Britain, Portugal and Costa Rica, and eventually The Bahamas. Ms. Scott has become well-known for her exquisite watercolour on silk paintings. The technique involved is based on the Indonesian art of batik. Each painting can take weeks to produce the vibrant colours on natural silk. All of her paintings reflect the beauty of nature seen all around her in her beautiful surroundings. She adds a special delicate touch of whimsy and is
Harbour. Ms. Scott has served the Abaco community tirelessly for over 20 years on the board of the Abaco Cancer Society of which she is now Vice President. She is also the mastermind behind the Abaco Cancer Society Thrift Shop which she runs with the help of a band of volunteers. Anyone wishing to contact Ms. Scott regarding her artwork or the Abaco Cancer Society may do so at barefootcontessas@hotmail.com or abacocancersociety@ gmail.com. Her artwork can be viewed online at www.barefoot-contessa-art.com.
Above: Marjolein Scott (centre) surrounded by President of Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce (extreme left), Friend Debbie Limbo (extreme right wearing one of Ms. Scott's new line of T shirts) and art show judges. especially fond of incorporating mermaids into her work. Many also feature graceful people, perhaps the result of her many years of teaching ballet to young children. Her paintings hang in private and corporate collections all over the world and can be seen here on Abaco at the Abaco Club at Winding Bay, Bakers Bay and in many restaurants and private homes. Her company, Barefoot Contessa, produces a line of products that incorporate
reproductions of her work. These include high-quality giclee prints on canvas, tile art and postcards. Her newest enterprise is a line of T-shirts printed all over with designs from her original artwork which are quite stunning and proving to be very popular. Ms. Scott’s work is on sale in galleries and boutiques in The Bahamas and the United States. Barefoot Contessa T-shirts can be found locally at DIVE ABACO! in Marsh Harbour and Pete's Gallery in Little
Above: Ms. Scott’s “Flowers and Shells” modeled by Celia Rogers.
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School & Youth News Crossing Rocks Primary celebrates Frank Hepburn: A Man of Excellence By Canishka Alexander In a songful and heartfelt expression, students of Crossing Rocks Primary School celebrated the legacy of Mr. Frank Hepburn at their Patron’s Day on April 16. Next, students of Grade 1 through 5 delivered an acrostic using the letters of Mr. Hepburn’s first name. At the end of their performance, the audience recognized that he is a frank, resilient, awesome and ambitious man who is never one to settle and kind to all he meets. Alexis Mortimer, moderator, welcomed Principal Simone Pinder to the podium. Ms. Pinder spoke of becoming good friends with their honouree, and how she has enjoyed many good conversations regarding education with him. She said that although Mr. Hepburn has retired, Crossing Rocks Primary still owes him. “Mr. Hepburn, you have set the standard, and I must inform you sir, that Crossing Rocks School is a force to reckon with,” Ms. Pinder declared. “We continue to climb the excellence ladder having won many competitions.” She also thanked him for his ability to get things done quickly especially if it is for the school or for his community. A poem specially tailored for Mr. Hepburn was recited by fourth grade students Eddison Saunders and Brianna Russell before reflections and tributes were given by former students, family members and colleagues of Mr. Hepburn’s in testament of his exemplary life. Former Island Administrator Benjamin Pinder told Mr. Hepburn that it was a
priviledge to stand before him, and to render his support to him for a job well done and for accomplishing the amount of things he has done. “I think you have done a wonderful job, and God bless you,” Mr. Pinder said. After the reading of Mr. Hepburn’s biography, Dr. Cecil Thompson, undersecretary for the Ministry of Grand Bahama, addressed those in attendance. He, too, was priviledged to celebrate Mr. Hepburn, whom he called a dear friend. Their friendship stemmed from the days of attending San Salvador Teachers College back in 1968. “You could tell he was a leader; he liked things to be done his way,” Dr. Thompson recalled. “He distinguished himself. He came from a college where the motto was: ‘Gladly I learn; gladly I teach.’ “Wherever he served whether it was in Sandy Point, Crossing Rocks, Ragged Island All-Age School, his signature is indelible where he served in terms of extraordinary dedication, extraordinary caring, extraordinary competence, extraordinary participation and involvement in all aspects of education. He replaced a living legend in Sandy Point – James A. Pinder – one of the great educators who came out of Grand Bahama.” Dr. Thompson said that Mr. Hepburn did such an excellent job in Sandy Point that the people there have never let him go, and that whenever there is a tribute being paid to him, you will always find a delegation from Sandy Point there. Additional reflections and tributes
Above: Dr. Cecil Thompson; Lerline Hepburn; and Frank Hepburn, the honouree. were given by Charles Walker, Preston Cunningham, and Sandy Walker from the Dept. of Education as well as Senior Island Administrator Preston Cunningham. Students of Grades 4 & 5 also performed in dance. During the ceremony, Patrick Tyrill of the Marsh Harbour Seventh Day Adventist lauded Mr. Hepburn for his righteous living in the community. He described him as a role model and a true stalwart of the faith. “When you have a man like Bro. Hepburn, who has really taken his religion to the community, where people can speak well about him, it makes my heart very proud,” Tyrill said. “And so Bro. Hepburn, I salute you sir, and I want to let you know that I love you.” He also commended his wife, Lerline Hepburn, for being beautiful on the outside and inside, and for supporting her husband. A video presentation was shown
highlighting expressions of love by close relatives and friends of Mr. Hepburn. Ms. Pinder soon presented an award to Mr. Hepburn with regard to the school’s love and appreciation for what he has done. In his response, Mr. Hepburn said that he never knew he would have been given the opportunity to hear such good things said about him. “I count it a priviledge, and I give Almighty God the praise for all of it. All good things come from above,” Mr. Hepburn expressed. “I give God thanks and praise that I am alive today to hear the things that you have said.” Thanking his friends and family for their attendance as well as colleagues and former students, he said: “Thank you, thank you. Again I knew that you loved me, but I didn’t know this much, and I want to say openly, I love y’all twice as much.”
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School & Youth News Eunice Mills honoured by CAPS By Samantha Evans All public schools across the Bahamas were required to celebrate Patrons Day which was held on Tuesday April 16, 2013. The school body of Central Abaco Primary School chose to honor Eunice Mills, the first principal of the school. A lavish assembly was planned for Ms. Mills at the school that began at 1pm. Former students of this well accomplished educator were invited to participate in the assembly including Joshua Robbins who sang “You Raise Me Up.” Tanae Roberts, head girl, read the history of the school stating that Central Abaco Primary School was an amalgamation of Dundas Town Primary and Marsh Harbour Primary Schools in 1997. Ms. Mills is known as the first principal but she accomplished more than that. She was the first to open the doors to this school, implement school rules, train new and old teachers, set the vision for the institution, and encourage teachers to establish after-school programs and clubs. Kayla Wallace, District Teacher of the Year, read the biography of the honouree. She told the students that Ms. Mills was educated on the island of Abaco and began her educational journey as a young teacher which took her to Grand Bahama where she taught for many years before returning home to become the principal from 1997 to 2010. Ms. Mills has served on numerous committees and has held membership with several different organizations including Girls Guides Organization where she served as Brownie Leader from 1980-
1997, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., and Prince Hall Eastern Stars Past Matron, Adah Chapter #11 (Eight Mile Rock). She is affiliated with Freeport Bible Church and attends New Vision Ministries. Ms. Mills was presented with plants and a plaque by one of her most memorable students, Destiny of Grade 4, who made her days to work most enjoyable. Destiny could not hold back the tears as she read the tribute to Ms. Mills. Ms. Mills responded by saying that she served at the best she could while at this school and thanked the team of teachers she worked with as she believes that they made her job as principal mush easier. She was accompanied by her only child, Shantell Penn, and some of her colleagues from the District Education Office. A special selection was also done by Sherry Rolle a parent of the school. Also in attendance were members of the school’s Parent Teacher Association and parents.
Above: a student presents Eunice Mills with a plaque.
James A Pinder recognized as a first-class patron
Above: Current students of J.A. Pinder Primary School in Sandy Point. By Canishka Alexander A Patron’s Day Assembly in honour of the life and legacy of Mr. James Alfred Pinder was held at J.A. Pinder Primary School in Sandy Point on April 16. In a celebration of thanksgiving, Moderator Paul Pinder invited guests to sing a favourite song of the school’s patron. Leading the opening prayer was Frank Hepburn, former principal and colleague. Mr. Hepburn maintained the school as a productive institution between the years of 1975 to 1980, and motivated Sandy Point students to capture many district sporting events in basketball, volleyball and softball during those years. In fact, the school captured gold in the National Track and Field Competition as well. In 1978, Percy Burrows received a honourary award for achieving the highest number of GCE O levels in the country by attaining 12 GCEs and nine As. Grades 1 and 2 students gave a welcome before fifth and sixth grade students performed an acrostic. Former Island Administrator Benjamin Pinder, who is also a family member of Mr. Pinder, and Annie Green, former teacher monitor, both gave a tribute to Mr. Pinder regarding the time when they knew him. The male students of Grades 5 & 6 returned to the front of the classroom again for a choral speaking demonstration. In his remarks, Dr. Cecil Thompson, undersecretary for the Ministry of Grand Bahama, gave residents and students a brief history of the school during the time of “Teacher” as Mr. Pinder was affectionately called. “When I came to Sandy Point some 33 years ago, all of the senior persons referred to Mr. James A. Pinder as teacher. In fact, in death they referred to him as teacher,” Thompson said. “Grandparents, great-grandparents, parents – everybody, ‘Teacher, Teacher, Teacher’.”
Calling him a first-class patron, Thompson said that Mr. Pinder attended the first government school on Grand Bahama, which was Eight Mile Rock All-Age School. “James Pinder was a student of that school – a brilliant student – and all of these things the students talked about. He was so brilliant his first teaching post was not here in Sandy point; his first teaching post was in Hepburn Town at Eight Mile Rock as a teacher monitor,” Thompson continued. “What is significant parents about this school is this – all of those famous persons whose names I mentioned and others attended Eight Mile Rock All-Age School. “James A. Pinder was the first student of Eight Mile Rock School, who had a school named in his honour.” Recognizing additional stalwarts of the community, Thompson told students that an Englishman called James Lightbourne founded the community of Sandy Point. Lightbourne, his son-in-law John Garvin, and his grandson-in-law Mansa Roberts were responsible for building of the Anglican Church, and three distinguished gentlemen were also responsible for the establishment and building of the first Grant and Aid School in the settlement. The school was then named Sandy Point All Age before it was renamed after James Alfred Pinder. The Shining Stars complemented the previous activities by performing in a dance to the late Whitney Houston’s hit song: “I Look to You.” Thereafter, the audience listened to an audio recording of Virginia Lightbourn, who was unable to attend the event because of a recent accident. The special event drew to a close with a tribute to educators, a selection by the school choir, vote of thanks, closing prayer and closing song.
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School & Youth News Percy Strachan honoured as patron at Moore’s Island All-Age School By Sherrel Johnson In our quiet moments there are so many that deserve our recognition. And sometimes in the noise of the today, we overlook those who have been there all along fighting in the trenches. Our unsung heroes deserve our special prayers for the work they have done to advance the goals and ideals of this nation. The people of
Moore’s Island thank God for Percy Strachan, this year’s patron and honouree. He was the first principal of Moore’s Island All-Age School. Mr. Strachan, a native of Exuma, came to Moore’s Island in 1949 after he was offered the position of principal. Formerly he was a teacher at the Eastern Senior School in New Providence, Bahamas. This year’s patron came by the “Gertude”, a sailboat that was owned by a local resident at the time. He met three monitors upon his arrival to the island: Lawny, Hazel and Jummy. The building that is currently at the eastern side of the present campus was the original school used by
Above: Mr Strachan receiving his plaque.
Mr. Strachan and his teachers. At the time of Mr. Strachan’s tenure as principal there were roughly 150 people living on the island. Of this number, fifty were students. During Mr. Strachan’s tenure as principal from 1949-1959, he recounts that a robust gentleman known by the residents as Papa Key transported the students to and from school by boat much as he still does today by bus. The first principal came with his wife and took residence with a Mr. Williams. Mr. Strachan recounts that although there was very little preparation made for his arrival, the Moore’s Island community received him with love. A local resident whose house had not been occupied at the time was made available to Mr. Strachan.
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However, upon the owner’s arrival back to the island, he was relocated to the home of Mr. Williams. It was here he and his wife resided in the landlord’s attic for the five years he served as principal of Moore’s Island AllAge School. Mr. and Mrs. Strachan would climb up a ladder to get to their sleeping quarters. Undoubtedly, while the position of head teacher was a coveted one, it by no means came without personal hardship. Despite being poorly treated by the Ministry of Education, he persevered under the conditions. His face still radiates
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with a smile as he remembers his students of yester year who were always well-behaved. Mr. Strachan, who has recently celebrated his 90th birthday, thanks God for the kind people he met and the kind of reception he received because as it puts it, “He had a time getting things organized.” Today he is “baffled by the growth” and amazed at the progress the school has made. Namely, he points to such improvements as the establishment of a teacher’s residence, the expansion of the school to encompass a high school section and an overall change in the landscape. The former principal cites that he found just three stoned structures when he arrived to the island. Today, in the island’s two sentlements, Hard Bargain and The Bight, stone structures are relatively the norm. The island’s population has also increased several times over. Today the population numbers around 700 people as compared to the 150 residents Mr. Strachan found upon his arrival. Mr. Strachan’s story speaks of a willingness to go where few would go even today. Even while his employer was mistreating him, valiantly he forged ahead to enhance what he found. How many of us could honestly say we would live up to our assignment if we had been treated so harshly? Mr. Strachan’s story brings us then to another question. Why do we do what we do anyway? Mr. Strachan reassured me that it was certainly not for monetary gain. He says, “for the five years he spent on the island as head teacher, there was no communication from headquarters nor did he receive an increment.” The former principal also admits that the special assembly held by the school in his honour was the first of its kind to be held in his honour. Mr. Strachan’s touching acknowledgement is a sobering reminder that if monetary gain and praise are what we live for in education, then we would do well to prepare ourselves for a life of discontent. This giant of a man gave his most valuable gifts: his youth, time and energy and got very little in return. Yet, at the age of 90 there is a glow about him.
Over the years he has kept his mind firmly fixed on the hereafter and in so doing, he has been endowed with the will to thrive in the most arduous circumstances. Indeed it was an honour and a moment of enrichment to learn of Mr. Strachan’s, experiences. He is a man truly deserving of this special assembly and more. The people of Moore’s Island salute the principal and staff of Moore’s Island All-Age for this timely and well-deserving special assembly.
ECC: The First Steps Editor’s note: this is an ongoing story about the founding and work of the Every Child Counts School. Stay tuned for another segment in following issues. By Ruth Harkin In 1993, Lyn and Truman Major made arrangements to adopt twin boys. They had met twenty years earlier when Lyn came to Abaco from Metuchen, New Jersey, to teach at the first St. Francis de Sales Mission School then operated by the Dominican sisters of Caldwell NJ. Truman was from Long Island in the Bahamas and had come to Hope Town to live and work with his Aunt Edith Kemp. He became passionate about boating and Abaco. Shortly after their marriage in 1976, Lyn was diagnosed with breast cancer and plans for family delayed while she was being treated for the disease and they were both dealing with this and a number of family situations which required their attention. It was many years later when Lyn and Truman were able to consider adopting but the process proved difficult and time consuming. Despite the obstacles, Lyn and Truman were determined and finally they received a positive response from Jamaica. Against all odds, they agreed to adopt three year old twin boys sight unseen. On the weekend before Christmas 1993, they flew to Jamaica and picked up Vincent and James. The twins had been abandoned at one day old and had been living in a meager orphanage ever since. They were under nourished, didn't speak,
didn't respond to their names, and ate off the floor. Undaunted, Lyn and Truman brought them to Hope Town. They expected challenges due to their neglectful treatment, but it took over two years to really understand the extent of these challenges. The boys condition wasn't all due to environment and the severity of the social and communication delays led to a diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorder. But as Lyn says, "at that point, they were ours and not to be
abandoned again”. Lyn went to their priest and friend, Father Stan Kolasa and another friend Dr. Sharon Kossack from FIU for suggestions for help. Together they approached Archbishop Lawrence Burke who was also Jamaican and head of the Archdiocese of the Bahamas at that time. Please see
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He approved a research project to access the numbers and educational needs of children like Vincent and James on Abaco. The results of the testing confirmed their suspicions. Many children with severe disabilities were not in school and many in school displayed evidence of learning disabilities and were in need of instruction not provided by a regular school. After learning the results of the search, Archbishop Burke and the Catholic Board of Education approved beginning a small program at St. Francis if Lyn and others would take on the challenge of fund raising to support the program. Lyn was at that time the Guidance Counselor at St. Francis de Sales School. Funds were raised to bring one special education teacher to Abaco to begin services first on an outreach basis to St. Francis and other schools. This proved difficult in terms of logistics so in the next two years, a small special education classroom was begun with one teacher and 12 students in a trailer at the school which served as a library and then in a separate trailer on campus. Meanwhile, teachers on Abaco were being trained by Dr. Kossack and visiting professors from Florida International University on diagnosis and remediation of special needs students. In 2001, Lyn was in Florida recovering from cancer surgery. A friend, Sherri Sochet, who had a home in Hope Town came to visit. Her husband Ira came along. Ira had never met Lyn before, but he was captivated by her and the story of the school. He said, "You need a building to have a school." They started to think big. Lyn knew the former convent building on the grounds where she had first taught was vacant. Ira’s Florida Care Foundation contributed $60,000 for the renovations. The Archbishop agreed the school would pay $1.00 a year for the lease. But when he suggested a period of three years, Ira drawing on his Jewish heritage objected saying "three years is not long enough. Even Isaac in the Old Testament gave Laben 7 years with an option to renew for another 7 years," he told the Archbishop. Amused, the Archbishop agreed assuming the program was working. This was all an extraordinary idea. There were no schools like this on Abaco and few in the rest of The Bahamas they could use as a model. The Catholic Board of Education agreed to govern the school as long as funds were raised for renovating, operating, and expanding the school to service only special needs children. In 2003, the school moved to the new location. It started with 2 teachers, 22
students and $50,000 for the school year. There were very few resources with a big vision and a bigger need than either Lyn, Ira, or the church could have imagined. The students came. The church applied for work permits and provided insurance. Foundations like the Endover Foundation, the Mary Rice Foundation, the Lyford Cay Foundation, and private individuals contributed funds to keep the school open but the issues Lyn and others faced were mammoth. What should be taught? Who should teach? Then there was the issue of raising money and ensuring children were accepted. Every solved problem turned up a new one, but dollars raised somehow found a match. Was this really going to work? Lyn didn't know. She just kept moving forward.
Saving the old landmarks of Cherokee: Part II Editor’s note: This is an ongoing segment highlighting several historical events and landmarks in Cherokee Sound. For the previous segment see April 15, Section B Page 21. By Lee Pinder The boat and its missionary voyages around the settlement were probably made every year since the boat was first
carved somewhere in the late 1800’s. At one time, Cherokee flourished with over 400 residents and was the largest settlement in Abaco. The boat probably made its last official missionary voyage around the settlement in the early 1980, almost thirty years ago, then was put away in the attic storage area of the Mission House for many years and fell into a sad state of disrepair. It has since been restored and is once again part of the annual Missionary Meetings. Years ago the Missionary Meeting and Auction were normally held in August or September when the fishermen returned from their first voyage of the season. In the sailing Smacks the fishermen’s catch was kept in live wells in order to deliver fresh fish to the Nassau market and be able to compete with fishermen coming in from other islands. Years later, when sailing was not as fast and efficient as the motorized vessels, they also switched to spearing the more lucrative crawfish which they could store in freezers onboard the “mother” boat and as result would be gone from home for shorter periods of time. Many years ago the little savings banks, shaped like the globe, would be taken around the settlement every Saturday morning by the children to collect pennies for Missions. Those children who collected the most contributions received badges of which they were very proud. Today all the members and adherents who want them have their own Mission Banks. These donation boxes are turned in
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at the annual Missionary Meetings to be added to the amount raised in auction, held on the Saturday afternoon, along with the collection taken up at the special service held on Missions Sunday. Other Methodist churches on Abaco also held Missionary weekends and there was always a friendly competition between Cherokee’s Mission’s total and what Hope Town would raise. In 1932 an Irishman, the Rev. Walter Crowe, was serving in the Abaco Circuit and was dedicated to re-building the hurricane ravaged church. A contractor and masons were dispatched from church headquarters in Nassau to construct a stronger building that could survive our infrequent, yet destructive storms. However, local residents did their part as well. They built the limestone structure that still stands today, but since the latest restoration work has begun and the old plaster has been stripped away, it is apparent that the building blocks used must have come from someplace other than around Cherokee. No one knows where they came from, but the nearest quarry at that time was located in Wilson City on the mainland of Abaco. The contractor must have therefore realized it would be far better to use blocks that could be gotten locally than try and bring something in from Nassau and they could only have been transported to Cherokee by our own fishermen. Women and even schoolchildren helped as well by hauling sand by the bucketful from the beach each evening and smashing big rocks into smaller ones that the masons needed for the next day. Other supplies and necessities had to come via the weekly mail boat from Nassau, weather permitting. This new church was therefore built. All this had to be done without modern machinery or electric tools. The work was completed and Rev. Crowe dedicated the new church “To the Glory of God” in 1934 only two years after it had been ravaged by the hurricane. In 1946 a second tradition was born. Rev. Handel Brown with church members and others from the community put up a huge local pine tree in the church yard every December 24th. As we have said there wasn’t any electricity in the settlement at that time, but the tree was still gaily decorated for Christmas by the schoolchildren with paper chains and homemade stars made from tinfoil collected from chewing gum wrappers. Much later the church obtained a diesel generator that provided lighting and fans in the church and a refrigerator for the mission house.
May 15, 2013
Remembering Family and Friends A service of praise and thanksgiving for the late
Tiffany Estella Smith-Sidor, 36 a resident of Grace Ave. Dundas Town, Abaco wase held on Saturday, April 6th, 2013 at Grace Baptist Church, Dundas Town, Abaco . Officiating was be Pastor Shawn Robins assisted by Bishop Archilaus Cooper . Interment was follow in Dundas Town cemetery. Left to cherish Tiffany’s memories are her husband: Frantzy Sidor; children: Mateo Smith, Tattiana and Frantzy Sidor; stepson: Mackendy Sidor; parents: Vernie and Rudy Smith; mother-in-law: Bernise Sidor; father-in-law: Paul Sidor; sisters: Uneak Outten, Jennifer Saunders, Natasha and Amanda Smith; brothers: Craig Cooper, Rudy Jr. and Michael Smith; adopted sister: Meketa Newbold; aunts: Cleotha Edgecombe, Sheila Adderley, Minister Evelyn Hendfield, Minister Olive Forbes and Jennifer Dorsette; uncles: Bishop Archilaus Cooper, Rev. Hartman Cooper, Eric and Henry Cooper, Anthony Douglas, Sultan Sands, Nehemiah Saunders, Chief customs officer Gary Smith, Mike and Ricardo Smith; sisters-in-law: Edith Sidor and Shatoya Smith; brothers-in-law: Moise Sidor and Johnny Saunders; nephews: Theo, Torriano and Synoved Saunders, Maxwell Robinson, Tremeko Smith, Derick Stuart, Trey Smith, Rudy Jr. and Manfineal Ambrister; nieces: Cassie Paul, Derisha Stuart, Roverna and Assidy Smith; grandnephews: Cassidy Paul and Treko Saunders; god children: Brandon, Alexis and LJ McIntosh and Roman Adderley; God brother: Kevin McIntosh; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral Service for Catechist
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age 87 affectionately called “Pa” of Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, who died at his residence April 14th, was held at St. Peters Anglican Church, Green Turtle Cay, Abaco. The Right Reverend Bishop Laish Z. Boyd assisted by Rev’d Father D.E. Angelo N. Bowe and Rev’d Willish Johnson officiated and interment followed in the Public Cemetery Green Turtle Cay Abaco. He is predeceased by grand-daughter: Chandell Reckley. Left to cherish his memories are:His wife: Barbara, Sons: Bradley, Wayne, Gilbert and Joel Reckley, Daughters-in-law: Lovely, Donna Lee, Bridget and Lories Reckley, Step-children: Debra Miller, Gail, Austin, David and Desmond Hepburn, Siblings: Leroy and Leon Reckley, Adelina McIntosh and Roberta Russell, Grand-children: Cornelia, Cornelius, Wayne Jr., Dwayne, Danielle, Keran, Wayanna, Waynette, Azriel, Rashad, Joel Jr., Javon and Jayden Reckley, Great grand-children: Shawnelia Reckley, Rhashadd, Lannekka and Knahj Morley, Adaria Bain, Chelshanno Adderley, Chelsea and Ellie Reckley, D’Andre, Scarlett and Meigha Reckley, D’Arjanae and Ferris Nicholson Jr. In-laws: Sonya and Jennie Reckley, Euland McIntosh and Brian Russell, Step-in-laws: Bernadette and Demeka Hepburn, David Miller and Mitchell Lowe,Numerous: nieces, nephews and
cousins and many more family and friends. Born in Cherokee Sound to Leon and Florence Sands on the 6th of March, 1940, Eric Sands peacefully slipped away on the 16th of April, 2013 after a long illness. He had three other brothers, Gurney, Chris and Clifford, and two sisters, Olive and Shirley. Eric grew up in Cherokee Sound, lived here all his life, attended school studying under his uncle Walter W. Sands, a staunch taskmaster that molded many head-strong and successful men who became very smart business-men when they left home to find their way in the world. Like many Cherokee men he went Smack fishing as a young man in the 1950’s and 60’s and like his father, he enjoyed farming and took over the keeping of the Lights at Duck Cay and on the top of the hill for many years until a solar lights were installed just a few years back. He also worked as a seaman along with Captain Archie Bethel as well as his son Captain Michael on the M.V.Molly, Deborah “K” and Abaco Sands, all carrying freight out of Nassau to Abaco. He knew them well and loved to sing the hymns in his church where he worshipped all his life. He was also a longtime member of the Men’s Ministry Group visiting the elderly, sick and shut-ins in Cherokee and in Marsh Harbour for many years. A familiar face in Cherokee, a friend to all his neighbours and a faithful church goer, and although he never married or had any children of his own, he will be missed by all who knew him, May He Rest In Peace. In loving Memory of Blanch
Sands Thompson age 71, who died on March 18, 2013. Funeral service was held in Hialeah, Florida on March 23, 2013 at 12:00 pm. Blanch was born Blanch Maybelle Sands on August 14, 1941, in Cherokee Sound, Abaco, the second child of Borrel & Naomi Sands. Blanch grew up Cherokee with her 2 brothers and 2 sisters until she was 19 at which time she moved to Nassau. In 1962, Blanch met Raymond and on November 8, 1963 they were married and finally settled in Miami. It was in 1968 their first child, Rick, came into their home and a few years later their daughter Cindy. Eventually Shea Scobey was welcomed as Blanche’s daughter-in-law, followed by Adam Bowling, her son-in-law. Finally the grandchildren began to arrive starting with Scobey Thompson, followed by Josh Bowling, Jess Bowling, Trinity Thompson and Tanner Thompson. Blanch had a long and full life spending much of her time helping her extended family. She was a giving person and made a positive impact on so many lives. She will be greatly missed by so many.
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In Loving Memory “A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.” Proverbs 22:1
Edith Elizabeth Weatherford JULY 18, 1952 – APRIL 26, 2013
On July 18, 1952, Robbie and Alice Weatherford welcomed their third and final daughter into the world, Edith Elizabeth. Edie, as she became known, would become one of Abaco’s most well known and loved individuals because of the life she lived in service to our precious Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. At the tender age of five she accepted Jesus into her heart and became born again on September 11, 1957, as written in her Bible. At 15 years of age, she was impressed to begin children’s meeting in her home at Man-O-War Cay. This was only the beginning, as for over forty years she has been totally dedicated to children’s ministry, holding Bible schools all over the mainland of Abaco from north to south, and all throughout the cays. She also taught Sunday school along with her sister Sarah Ann at the International Gospel Mission in Marsh Harbour for over thirty of those years. There wasn’t a Vacation Bible School that she wasn’t a part of in Man-O-War Cay, in some shape or form. Visiting preachers to the island were always welcomed with a loaf of her homemade bread. Children who attended Sunday school were given a “Little Debbie pie” each week. Many will remember her Bible lessons she taught in school assemblies all over Abaco. There isn’t enough paper to write down all of the good things Edie did, nor would she want us to. She would only want you to know that just as she gave her heart and life to the Lord, you can do so, too, if you will only call upon the Lord and believe in Him. Edie touched the lives of many far and wide, young and old alike. She will always be remembered with fondness for the love she showed to each and everyone she met, for the kind words she spoke, her generosity, her faithful church attendance, and for the devotion to her Saviour that she demonstrated by the extraordinary life she lived and her tireless efforts to win boys and girls for the Lord Jesus Christ. After two years of having one health problem after another, from recurring bouts of shingles to severe dysphagia and ataxia-like symptoms, the Lord called her home and met her on the road at her beloved home in Man-O-War Cay on April 26, 2013. There is no doubt that she heard the Saviour say, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant, well done. Edith is survived by her two loving sisters, Tuppy and Sarah Ann; her devoted brother, Pastor Robin Weatherford; her sister-in-law, Myrna; her two beloved nieces, Tabitha Stortenbecker and Priscilla Weatherford; her nephew, Jake Stortenbecker; and a host of family and friends whom she held dear to her heart.
~I WOULD GATHER CHILDREN~ An adaptation of Edie’s favorite poem Some would gather money Along the path of life Some would gather roses And rest from worldly strife. But I would gather children From among the thorns of sin, I would seek the boys and girls Who have precious souls within. For money cannot enter In that land of endless day, And roses that are gathered Soon will wilt along the way. But oh, the laughing children, As I cross the sunset sea, And as the gates swing wide to heaven, I can take them in with me!
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Church News
Zion Baptist District Convention held in North Abaco
Jesus Is the Answer Crusade takes place in Spring City
By Vernique Russell Superintendent Christopher Dean and the family of Baptist churches locally from Sandy Point to Fox Town prepared for Convention 2013. This event is the most anticipated on their calendar. Convention 2013 is set for May 13 to 18. The venue for this year is Unity Baptist Church in Treasure Cay. Guest speakers will hail from the Baptist district ministries in Nassau and locally. Convention 2013 includes day and night sessions. The highlight service is Sunday, May 18 at 3pm.
By Canishka Alexander Led by Apostle Alex Archer, senior pastor of the Church of the Latter Rain, a two-night crusade called Jesus is the Answer, took place on April 11 to 12 at the Spring City Basketball Court. Apostle Archer sought to provide the answers to the questions: “Why am I here? Where am I going? How do I get there?” On the final night of the crusade, the Latter Rain praise dancers and praise team members were featured as they ministered to those in the audience. During his remarks, Apostle Archer announced that Jesus wants to bring change in our lives as he warned against allowing money and
material things to have control over us. After reading 1 Thessalonians 4:16, he asked the audience if they are rapture ready. His response was that the rapture will only take those who receive Jesus as Lord. Moving along to the last chapter of the Book of Acts, he said that just as Jesus ascended into Heaven in the same manner He will descend. Only those washed in the blood of Jesus will hear the shout, and the trumpet sound. He warned that the scales of sin must be washed off because it is the only way that Jesus will be seen. Scripture readings were also taken from Luke 21:25 and Revelation 20, which outlined the signs of the end of time confirming that even now they are being seen. But hope remains in the midst of such widespread distress and destruction, and that hope comes through Jesus Christ’s
blood that was shed on Calvary. Apostle Archer said that once these signs are witnessed, “lift up your heads for you redemption draweth nigh.” Because the second rapture has no power, he admonished them to prepare for the first rapture. He revealed that people sitting in their homes in Spring City, and under the sound of his voice would feel the presence of God, and that there would be a visitation of the Holy Ghost. At the end of the crusade, Apostle Archer called children and their parents to the altar for a prayer of blessing. He pled with parents to guide their children in godly principles. Finally, he ended by thanking the community for the use of their facilities, and promised that God will reveal Himself that week to people who do not know Him. Please see Answer
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“I feel victory, and a stirring and changing in this community,” he observed. “People will give their lives to Him in their homes.”
Genesis members honour elderly in Moore’s Island By Canishka Alexander Genesis gospel group members Zeldon Simmons, Marvin Green, Dudley Stuart, Lenward Cornish, Lloyd Russell, Collie Swain and Nixon Johnson organized a gospel concert in honour of Moore’s Island’s older persons over the Easter holidays. The concert was held at Zion Baptist Church from March 29 to 31. Honourees at the concert included Minister Nixon Simms and Jennifer Simms; Jonathan Dean; and Geneva Williams. After being honoured, Dean expressed that he wants to see more love
displayed in the community. Simmons recalled that the elderly gentleman was so overwhelmed because he has never been honoured in that manner, and said that he greatly appreciated what was done on the other honourees’ behalf. While on Moore’s Island, they also awarded one half of the athletes there with plaques for their athletic achievements. Genesis has been in existence for approximately four years, and was founded by Eddie Rolle. Genesis is in the process of putting their first CD together. Simmons explained that their intent is to meet the spiritual and physical aspects of their audiences in an effort to cater to the “whole man,” and thatGenesis members are all committed, and have a desire to become more involved community-wise with the young and the old. “We’re looking forward to making a great impact in Abaco and elsewhere to spread ministry,” Simmons conveyed. Most of Genesis’ group members are from Moore’s Island, and Simmons is interested in adding a young lady they met there who sang so impressively.
Previously, Genesis held a concert at Victory Tabernacle Church, which is pastored by Pastor A.B. Lewis. Simmons said that the members used to practice at a community center in Abaco; however, they now practice at Victory Tabernacle on Thursdays.
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Because of their long-term goal to effectively reach out to hurting young men, Simmons disclosed that they will soon go on the streets to do ministry. Genesis members will also collect canned goods and distribute them throughout the community.
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HG CHRISTIE