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TCI: Sandals Foundation gives IPPS a major facelift
#Providenciales, November 8, 2018 – Turks and Caicos – Sandals Foundation partnered with over 100 
elite digital influencers and celebrities recently to give the Ianthe Pratt Primary School a major facelift. The volunteers, including designer Rebecca Minkoff, stylist Alli Webb, and Emmy Award-winning journalist Sam Champion, were at Beaches Turks and Caicos Resorts for the annual ‘Social Media on the Sand’ conference. They beautified the school grounds, painted several classrooms and play areas for the pupils as part of the foundation’s continued outreach programs.
The ‘mommy bloggers,’ some accompanied by their children, painted school murals and the courtyard with positive and educational messages. The works are a continuation of ongoing post-hurricane repairs to the school which includes repairing damaged ceilings, installing missing handrails, new guttering to the school’s administration block, fixing leaks, repairing damaged walls and organizing the school’s library.
Heidi Clarke, Executive Director of Sandals Foundation noted that this latest volunteer outreach is part of the foundation’s commitment to ‘spreading the love’ with more schools across the Turks and Caicos Islands. “As you are very familiar, Sandals Foundation is really committed to education here in the Turks and Caicos and the rest of the Caribbean islands. So not only do we work on infrastructure and capacity building for teachers in our schools, but we try to get visitors, travel agents and travel partners involved in giving back in the Caribbean. This is an opportunity to do some inspiring spaces here at the school, but it’s also an opportunity for many of these people to bring attention to the great Caribbean and the world outside our hotel doors.”
Ianthe Pratt Primary School is home to over 500 students ranging from ages 4 to 12 years old. The school is one of several institutions that was adversely affected by 2017’s Hurricane Irma and Maria.
Clarke further stated; “We really want to share the love and ensure we are playing our part to help all our schools. Sandals Foundation has just recently completed $30,000 worth of work here at the school with plans to build 
upon this next year. Providing positive spaces with the right learning tools gives our children more inspiration to succeed and that is our mission.”
Neekimo King, Principal of Ianthe Pratt Primary School noted; “We’re happy that the volunteers were able to come here and put these creative things on our school compound. We’re hoping that will encourage our students to read and learn while playing.’
Media influencer Rachel Teodoro said; “I love being a part of anything that gives back. I think it’s so important to teach our families and our children and our future generation how to give back to other people and not to just focus on themselves. I think it’s such a great thing the Sandals Foundation is doing in the community they exist in.”
In May, Sandals Foundation completed extensive hurricane repairs to the Enid Capron Primary with the refurbishment of the school’s sick bay, canteen, teacher resource room and construction of a computer lab. The project which was conducted in partnership with American Friends of Jamaica and Yellow Bird Foundation also included the donation of 20 computers, furniture and literacy items for the lab.
The Sandals Foundation is fully committed to helping TCI schools recover from the recent hurricanes and looks forward to the further support of education as the foundation nears its 10th year anniversary in 2019.
Press Release: Beaches Resorts
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
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