NCCU Launches SOAR Program to Support Public Primary Schools on Nevis
The National Credit Union (NCCU) has launched the Schools Outreach and Reward (SOAR) Program, aimed at fostering community involvement and supporting public primary schools on the island. This new initiative is an extension of the Credit Union’s long-standing principle of concern for community and seeks to promote a strong sense of community spirit.
Core Objectives of the Program
During the launch ceremony, Ms. Julet Chiverton, Manager of Administration, Member Services, and Human Resources, explained the core objectives of the program. She emphasized that the "Adopt-A-School" programme is designed to promote a sense of community spirit, which is an extension of the Credit Union’s commitment to the community. The program will focus on our schools, our future leaders, and will begin with the Charlestown and Ivor Walters Primary Schools.
Target Areas for Support
The SOAR initiative will benefit primary schools on Nevis in various areas, including:
- Financial literacy
- Infrastructure improvements
- School beautification efforts
- Academic competitions
The initiative will rotate through all public primary schools on Nevis over a four-year period, with each school benefiting for one full year.
Launch Ceremony
The launch ceremony was attended by several officials, including NCCU President Mr. Chris Liburd, Board Secretary Ms. Shemica Maloney, General Manager Mr. Sidney Newton, and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education Ms. Zahnela Claxton.
Conclusion
The SOAR Program is an exciting new initiative by the NCCU to support public primary schools on Nevis. This program is an extension of the Credit Union’s commitment to the community and will have a significant impact on the lives of students and teachers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the SOAR Program?
A: The purpose of the SOAR Program is to foster community involvement and support public primary schools on Nevis.
Q: What are the core objectives of the program?
A: The core objectives of the program are to promote a sense of community spirit, provide financial literacy, infrastructure improvements, school beautification efforts, and academic competitions.
Q: How will the program benefit the schools?
A: The program will benefit schools by providing financial literacy, infrastructure improvements, school beautification efforts, and academic competitions, and will rotate through all public primary schools on Nevis over a four-year period. Each school will benefit for one full year.
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