Kevin Greenidge Charitable Trust Gives Inaugural Award
Dario CallenderThe Kevin Greenidge Charitable Trust (KGCT) awarded its inaugural recipient, Trashonna McCollin, with vital support including “The Kevin Greenidge Prize for Outstanding Results in CXC Business“ during a ceremony in the Governor’s Office.
At that event to present the former student of the Alleyne School with a trophy and prize monies, Governor Greenidge expressed how humbled and honoured he felt to give back to his alma mater.
“I also feel a sense of pride to give back to an institution where I learnt that discipline, hard work, and vision are central to one’s success. It was at the Alleyne School that the successes of a colleague and friend in academics inspired me to apply myself, be diligent, and control my path. I treasure that lesson and I share it with you because it influenced who I am and fuelled the success I enjoy today.”
KGCT, a newly established charity born from the Governor’s love for philanthropy is dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Its mandate includes assisting the underprivileged and less fortunate young people in Barbados through mentorship, counselling and removing barriers to education and giving back to his alma mater, the Alleyne School.
We extend our congratulations to Trashonna McCollin for her outstanding performance in academics.
Trashonna’s parents, representatives from the school, including Reverend Stephen Scott, Principal of the Alleyne Secondary School and the Head of the school’s Business Department, Shurla Pollard, along with our colleagues, attended the event.
Speech at the presentation of The Kevin Greenidge Prize for Outstanding Results in CXC Business
“Shurla Pollard, Head of the Business Department at the Alleyne School”
“Trashonna, our guest of honour and first recipient of the Kevin Greenidge Prize for the Best Results at CXC in Business Studies”
“Tracia Flatts and Mr Stephen McCollin, Trashonna’s parents Colleagues and friends,”
“Welcome to my office and this presentation to Trashonna McCollin of the Alleyne School for her good results at CXC in Business Studies.”
“I am pleased and humbled to honour and “bless” Trashonna, a student of my alma mater, the Alleyne School.”
“I also feel a sense of pride to give back to an institution where I learnt that discipline, hard work, and vision are central to one’s success. It was at the Alleyne School that the successes of a colleague and friend in academics inspired me to apply myself, be diligent, and control my path. I treasure that lesson and I share it with you because it influenced who I am, and fuelled the success I enjoy today.”
“Trashonna, I encourage you to uphold the values of hard work, discipline and having a vision. With these values, you will fulfil your desire and passion to become an ace accountant.”
“The many rewards you received at the Alleyne School are evidence of your strong work ethic and your academic triumphs. Today, I am delighted to add another trophy to your collection – The Kevin Greenidge Prize for Outstanding Results in CXC Business. Well done, Trashonna. Accept this prize with the pride and joy with which I give it.”
“I will gift this prize to the Alleyne School every year to encourage others like you to excel, to sustain interest in business studies and careers, to support a spirit of giving back, and to remind fellow Alleynians of our motto Aliis Non Sibi – For Others Not Self.”
“Trashonna, continue to shine, and to uplift our school’s motto where ever you go.”
“Congratulations to you and to your parents, Tracia and Stephen.”
