NCERD, Department of Education Region Nine hosts Literacy Camp

The Department of Education Region Nine and the National Centre for Education Resource Development (NCERD) held a Literacy Camp at Arapaima Primary School, Lethem, Region Nine (Upper Takatu –Upper Essequibo).

There were over 80 participants from nursery to Grade nine.

The Grades seven to nine students participated in an essay writing competition. Susanna Lord and Nahim Nicholson won first prize for their essay in their respective groups.

The camp was organized by Mr. James France, Literacy Coordinator of Region Nine and assistance was given by the Department of Education and members of the Regional Literacy Committee.

Also, some of the essays from this camp were selected for the National Essay writing competition.

(Department of Education Region Nine)