Sandals Foundation bats for peace in Steer Town
AMBASSADORS from Sandals Foundation in the St Ann area have started construction of a proper greenhouse at Steer Town Primary and Junior High School.
The initiative is part of a transformative project for the Steer Town and Chalky Hill communities in St Ann, which is being conducted as part of a three-year partnership involving the Sandals Foundation, the Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA), and Coca Cola LA.
The team, comprising team members from Sandals Dunn’s River and Sandals Royal Plantation, de-bushed and irrigated the green house areas as well as started the germination of seeds to be replanted in short order.
“This is a project that we really enjoy,” said Jesse-Jo Johnson, landscaping manager at Sandals Dunn’s River who was a major part of the initiative.
“Once we get seeds planted the greenhouse will be in full effect and the school will be able to reap the benefits,” added Johnson.
The Sandals Foundation was instrumental in purchasing the seeds, seedlings, fertiliser, and other needs for the successful completion of the project.
Principal of Steer Town Primary and Junior High School, Michelle White-Guy, welcomed the project and hailed the continuous programme between the school, the VPA, Sandals Foundation, and other community stakeholders.
The Sandals Foundation recently completed a Peace Park at the school by adding a peace mural and other amenities as well as donating an industrial stove to be used in the school’s breakfast programme.
Students at both Steer Town Primary and Junior High School and nearby Chalky Hill Primary School were given a substantial lesson in conflict resolution by the VPA in collaboration with the Sandals Foundation recently.
The initiative was aimed at instilling the values of peace and unity within the young minds, thereby fostering a community of harmony and understanding.
“As ambassadors of Sandals Dunn’s River, it’s truly fulfilling to witness the enthusiasm and eagerness of these young minds to embrace the concept of peace,” said Katrice Simpson, one of Sandals Foundation’s ambassadors.
