CHARMAINE HOLMES: Making a meaningful difference through education

Charmaine Holmes’ journey as an educator spans an inspiring 38 years, marked by a transformative decision that redirected her life’s path.

Initially aspiring to become a paediatrician, her career trajectory took an unexpected turn during a pivotal moment in high school – a failed attempt at dissecting a frog.

This setback led her to explore other options during a career day activity, where a chance encounter with a teacher’s college booth sparked her curiosity.

Holmes, who has been teaching at her alma mater, Glenmuir High School in Clarendon since 1985, was recently recognised by the school with a platinum award for her dedicated service.

Holmes shared with The Gleaner that her journey as an educator began when she enrolled at the then Mico Teachers’ College, now Mico University College, where she embarked upon a journey that would define her life’s work. It was during that time that she and her peers embarked upon a profound initiative – teaching basic English to prisoners at Tamarind Farm Adult Correctional Centre… read more

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