Caribbean News
Jamaica urges school principals to access leadership training online
#KINGSTON, March 25 (JIS): Director/Principal of the National College for Educational Leadership (NCEL), Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, is encouraging school principals and administrators who are at home due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) to utilise its online platforms to continue their leadership training.
She says that through the entity’s website, YouTube and Facebook pages, programme participants can access a range of video and audio clips on various topics.
These include curriculum implementation, visioning, teacher leadership, emotional intelligence in leadership, and partnership and stakeholder engagement.
“The college went full speed in developing video and audio around these topics so that our principals can be kept engaged during crises like the COVID-19.
“These bite-size videos facilitate principal and leaders who are on the go and are seeking new ways and approaches to improve and enhance his or her practice,” she notes.
“Now that the principals are at home, they have over 30 learning videos they can access to learn different approaches to leadership,” she adds. NCEL was established in 2011 to equip school leaders with the competencies required to ensure that schools operate effectively in an increasingly demanding environment.
To achieve its mandate, NCEL provides continuous professional development for leaders across the education sector with a view to building on existing competencies and to keep them abreast of current practices and trends.
Dr. Ingleton says NCEL recognises the importance of technology in delivering its programmes, and for the past two years has developed its online platforms “to ensure that stakeholders are consistently engaged whenever and wherever they are”.
She notes that the COVID-19 pandemic provides an opportunity for programme participants to complete courses online and at their own pace.
“I think, in hindsight, we were preparing for something like this,” she says.
“I am happy that NCEL has all of these online platforms that are fully supported by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information,” Dr. Ingleton adds.
Meanwhile, Acting Principal of the Duanvale Primary School in Trelawny, Beverly Canningan, who accessed training through NCEL’s online platforms, says in addition to the leadership training, she is also better equipped technologically to lead her team at this time.
“With the challenges COVID-19 presents, because of the access that I have during my training, I am more proficient in the use of online platforms,” she tells JIS News.
“ I have been using videoconferencing to keep in touch with my team, so we are able to have a full day of school even though we are away from the physical plant,” she notes.
Principal of the Ferncourt High School in St. Ann, Sheldon Thomas, who participated in the College’s Child-friendly School programme recently, credited his exposure to the content, which was fully administered online, with being able to ensure that students are engaged in the teaching and learning processes during the COVID-19 crisis.
He notes that lessons are delivered through Facebook, WhatsApp, and are also uploaded to a Google site.
JIS News by JUDITH A. HUNTER
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Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands (October 6th, 2025) – CaribCon, the Caribbean conference celebrating culture, innovation, and creativity, will welcome some of the region’s most influential voices to its inaugural edition in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The event, set to be a dynamic gathering of thought leaders and cultural icons, will feature impactful panel discussions, inspiring and intimate fireside chats and a flow of knowledge from some of the Caribbean’s brightest and best in the creative sector.
Elizabeth “Lady” Montano
Jamaica’s own Dr. Terri-Karelle Johnson, celebrated communications specialist, media personality, and global keynote speaker, will headline CaribCon as the official keynote speaker. Known for her ability to connect authentically and inspire audiences worldwide, Dr. Reid will share her insights on Caribbean identity, storytelling, and the power of representation in shaping global narratives. Another highlight of CaribCon will be the presence of Elizabeth “Lady” Montano, mother and former manager of soca superstar Machel Montano. Lady will launch her award-winning book, King of Soca, in which she is positioned as the ultimate insider, chronicling the evolution of one of the Caribbean’s most iconic entertainers. She will also share her invaluable experiences on nurturing talent, building a brand, and sustaining longevity in the competitive music industry in an intimate fireside chat. Adding further star power to the event is Simon Baptiste, CEO of Question Mark Entertainment, co-founder of ODOS, a global collective network spanning over 1000 professionals in 35 countries, film director, talent manager and creative strategist. Baptiste will bring his expertise to conversations on shaping the region’s creative sector and talent.
Simon Baptiste
“CaribCon is where the Caribbean’s voices, ideas, and creativity converge,” says Omega Simmons, founder of CaribCon and CEO of SOS Media. “Having leaders like Terri Karelle, Lady Montano, and Simon Baptiste share their stories and expertise truly embodies the spirit of this event. Their presence reinforces the power of Caribbean culture to inspire and influence on the world stage.” CaribCon will take place at the Shore Club in Providenciales, the Turks and Caicos Islands, from October 23rd to 26th. Attendees can look forward to networking opportunities, panel discussions, and meaningful dialogue to foster an ecosystem that develops the region’s creative sector and propels it onto the global stage.
Sponsors are:
Signature Experience Partners: Ministry of Tourism, Experience Turks and Caicos, and The Shore Club.
Other sponsors: PPID, Invest TCI, InterCaribbean Airways, Subtronic Sounds, Spotlight Communications.
Hotel partners: Ocean Club Resorts, Waterloo Hotel Management, The Somerset on Grace Bay and Ports of Call Resort.
For more information, tickets, and updates, visit www.caribcon.co or follow @caribconhq on all social media platforms.
For more information please email: contact@caribcon.co
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