Inspiring! Inmate tops High School Certificate Programme
Twenty-nine candidates sat the February 2019 Virgin Islands High School Certificate Programme (
That inmate is young Omarie Winter whose inspiring story is one showing his determination not to be a victim of his circumstance
His achievement was recognised on Tuesday when officials at Her Majesty’s Prison held a ceremony to acknowledge “the positive efforts” of not only Winter, who successfully completed the programme, but the 12 other inmates who enrolled in the programme
And though the 12 other inmates were unsuccessful in the programme that started in October 2018 under the leadership of former education minister Myron Walwyn, there are opportunities for them to retake the exam.
Resit an option
The next opportunity for students to take exams will be in October 2019. Registration runs from September 2 to 6.
Doing a resit also applies to the other 15 students from the territory’s general population who were unsuccessful. William Corey — a general population student — is the only other of the total 29 candidates who successfully completed the programme.
What is the VI High School Certificate Programme?
To complete the programme, candidates must receive a secondary school certificate in five courses — mathematics, English, science, social studies, and life skills.
Every subject except for life skills requires candidates to sit an exam. For life skills, each candidate is required to submit a portfolio, which is then assessed.
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That’s nice,but will he change his c_im_nal ways..
That is left to be seen
You sound ignorant asf that young man is up there for d***s
ENCOURAGE THE YOUNG PEOPLE TO WALK IN THE RIGHT PATH AND STOP WRITING NEGATIVE THINGS.
This is very commendable. This Programme will provide the conduit for inmates to reintegrate back into society. Kudos to Mr.Winter for his achievement and also the government for putting this on place.
For him to change his criminal ways he needs the help and support of the community can you join onboard by coming up with a program that will help convicts lead law abiding lives. He started by taking the baby step of getting a high school diploma wish him well please. Dont compliment him then take it back in the same breath.
@hmm this is a good step for this young man when he is release he can make a different for himself and proud you can change for a good reason keep up the good work aim higher than diploma and go for a degee online i will say it again am very proud
your ignorance make me what to commit suicide. Let the youth be great you fxckin’ a$$whipe piece of $hit.
Come on. At least offer some congratulations to the young man on his achievement. We all were once children. He may not be perfect right away, but spread some good cheer and say to him or of him. Congratulations, now please do the right thing. Best wishes Omarie.
Come on. At least offer some congratulations to the young man on his achievement. We all were once children. He may not be perfect right away, but spread some good cheer and say to him or of him. Congratulations, now please do the right thing. Best wishes Omarie.
CONGRATULATIONS!!! young man. Believe in yourself always. INNER PEACE.
Congratulations too you Omari Winter, I know your father and grandmother is very proud of you. And I know you are very proud of yourself. May you continue to strive for Excellence. May the Lord continue to hold you in the hallow of his hands.
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CONGRATULATIONS!!! young man. Believe in yourself to change your-ways always young man. The FUTURE is yours.- you can contribute to the building of our people or destroy us – “study the nature of duality.” It is within everything we call life.
That is great Omarie. Do not study those bad minded people out there. Even though you are making a positive move, you will still be judged by your past. But know that only God has the last say. No one knows what you been through losing so many of your loved ones. People can talk because majority has a normal life. A mother, alive, to confide in and run to. A devoted and loving father to learn from..
I hope you stay on the right track and don’t let your circumstance define and get the best of you. It is never too late to get a fresh start. You are the author of your life book.
@ To Him. Conngrats Mr. Winter. Great job.. to be one of the only 2 to pass of 29. God Bless you. In Jesus’ name I speak favour, overcoming power, success and victory! You can do ALL things Through Him, even be a better person, who overcomes his past life.
Remind me why this person is in prison please
No need to remember that at this time, just congratulate him and give a positive word of encouragement…how about that?
Because he has a testimony to tell.All the best
to you young man the sky is the limit
yu too metee
He made a bad decision and he is paying for it, but he knows that there are things in life that he needs and he is striving for excellence 🙂
Congrats Omarie. I applaud you. I also say congrats to the other successful young man.
To those who were not successful, I urge you not to give up. Be encouraged you still have another chance at it. You can do it.
Am a past student of the alternative programme i then went on to hlscc and persued a degree and two certificate so omarie dont stop there.
Spreading LOVE OVER EVIL- Ever-ry Day. Digging even deeper-
“Pressure Burst-Pipe,” 2013- still as relevant as “Brotha BOB” words to humanity today:
https://youtu.be/5I2u36zv3eY
The beginning of a new career. Stay focused. Stay on the right side of the road except when you are driving here. Be happy with your accomplishments and help others in need. We’ve made an investment in your education. Pay it forward.
CONGRATULATIONS and best wishes for a great and successful future. May you find favor always in God’s plan for your life, because only He can turn our test into a testimony and our mess into a message. Be encouraged.
Comgrats young man. I know a lot of our youth feel like God has given up on them because of all the battles they have faced. Therefore, they turn to a life of crime. Please make yours Omari, one of many success stories. Reach for the stars!Then help someone who is heading where you have been
LOVE OVA EVIl EVERYDAY.
https://youtu.be/Tguziucjzhs
I don’t know you, but this story made my day! Great start to a new you. Keep pushing, and remember the only opinion that matters is your own. Don’t mind the noise.
Looking forward to hearing further great things about you in the future.
Better choice,
https://youtu.be/ECmgfnvn2mU
Congratulations! May others follow your example. motivate other inmates to do the same. Keep up the positive, good work.
Congratulations on your hard work.
Omarie et al….Always continue to do your very best. Be Brave.
Congrats Omarie, so proud to hear you’re making strides to better your life. Hope you stay on the right track. Want to see good things for you! One love fam.
Good for you ,never give up .