Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 7th, April 2025 – The Office of the Deputy Governor is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Jacqueline Henry as the Vice Principal of the Ona Glinton Primary School within the Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports, and Culture.
Ms. Henry holds a Bachelor of Education in Primary School Education, achieving Second Class Honours (Upper Division) from the Council of Community Colleges of Jamaica. She also has an Associate Degree in Primary Education, for which she received the Deputy Premier’s Award for Outstanding Performance in Teaching Practicum from Turks and Caicos Islands Community College in June 2007.
Her employment history with the Turks and Caicos Islands Government includes being an Upper Primary Teacher at the Eliza Simons Primary for the 2024 – 2025 academic year and her previous position as an Upper Primary Teacher at Ona Glinton Primary from 2007 to 2024. Additionally, she served as Acting Vice Principal at Ona Glinton Primary from 2021 to 2022. In her capacity, Ms. Henry has led the Ona Glinton Primary School Ripsaw Band, facilitated Natural Hazard Training, served as a Drill Instructor, and been involved in various competitions, including the TCI National Spelling Bee and the Math Lab Mathematics Competition.
Ms. Henry has received numerous awards recognizing her dedication and outstanding contributions to the educational field. These include a Long Service Award for 17 years in the Turks and Caicos Islands Government in June 2024 and multiple Teacher of the Year Awards from various organizations, acknowledging her innovative teaching strategies and professionalism.
Her project involvement ranges from the Reading Progress Program to developing the Ona Glinton Primary School Disaster Management Plan. Furthermore, Ms. Henry has participated in various trainings, such as the American Federation of Teachers Professional Learning on Collaborative Wellness and the Eight Dimensions of Educator Wellness.
Ms. Henry possesses a wide array of skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, online learning platforms, and classroom technology. Her strong background in behaviour management, classroom evaluation, and student assessment, combined with her organizational skills and ability to engage students, makes her ideal for this role.
Ms. Henry expressed her gratitude, stating, “I am deeply honoured and profoundly grateful to be appointed as the Vice Principal of my beloved alma mater, the Ona Glinton Primary School. This milestone is a testament to the unwavering support of my mother, Dorothy Been, along with my family and friends, whose encouragement and belief in me have been my foundation. Guided by Jeremiah 29:11 – ‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future,’ I step into this role with unshakable faith, purpose, and determination, embracing the privilege of giving back to the institution that shaped me. With God’s wisdom as my guide, I am committed to excellence, professionalism, and service while empowering students, collaborating with stakeholders, and fostering a culture of growth. Together, we will continue to soar to even greater heights of success.”
H.E. Anya Williams, Deputy Governor and Head of the Public Service congratulated Ms. Henry, stating, “It gives me great pleasure to officially congratulate Ms. Jacqueline Henry on her appointment as the new Vice Principal of the Ona Glinton Primary School. Her dedication to education and commitment to student success and youth development have not gone unnoticed. This promotion is not just a recognition of her hard work but also a testament to her passion for teaching and the positive impact she has had on her students throughout her teaching career. Your efforts to inspire and support others are truly commendable.
Congratulations, Ms. Henry, on your well-deserved promotion!”
