Jubilee Vanterpool of Ivan Dawson Primary School has been named the winner of the 5th Annual My Favourite Teacher Essay Competition for her essay about her teacher, Ms. Cupid, organisers announced this week. The competition was hosted by the Rotary Club of Road Town and featured more than 20 student participants from schools across the Virgin Islands.
Sachin Singh of Enis Adams Primary School earned second place for his essay on Ms. Fahie. Two consolation prizes were also awarded — one to Mr. Ryan of Valley Day Primary School, recognised as the teacher with the most entries submitted by students Nathanael Hillhouse, Marcky Nares, and Madisonraine Doyle; and another to Coach Mr. Riley of Cedar International, who received the most nominations to date, including this year’s by student Shawri Pemberton.
Tajari Quammie and Alex Varlack received honourable mentions for their creative submissions. Tajari’s essay highlighted Mrs. Nibbs of Joyce Samuel Primary School, while Alex’s poem paid tribute to Miss Glasgow of the Claudia Creque Educational Centre.
The Rotary Club of Road Town said the annual competition aims to promote appreciation for teachers who inspire and positively influence their students, while fostering literacy and expression among young writers in the Territory.
