The Board of Management is headed by a chairman who is appointed by the government to leads a group of elected and appointed officials, who lead the strategic planning for the school on behalf of the Ministry of Education. The role of the school board is to ensure that our school is responsive to the values, beliefs and priorities of our communities and stakeholders. The Board fulfils this role by performing five major responsibilities:

• Setting direction
• Establishing an effective and efficient structure
• Providing support
• Ensuring accountability
• Providing community leadership as advocates for children, the school-based leadership team and the region

These five responsibilities represent core functions that are so fundamental to a school system’s accountability to the public that they can only be performed by an elected governing body. Authority is granted to the board as a whole, not each member individually. Therefore, board members fulfil these responsibilities by working together as a governance team with the Education officer to make decisions that will best serve all the students in the community.

The School-based Leadership Team (SLT) is headed by the Principal who provides oversight to the daily operations of the school. Each campus is assigned a Vice principal that manages daily operations and reports to the Principal. The Vice Principals are assisted by a cadre of senior teachers who also assist in ensuring that all tasks, relevant to the effective operation of the school, are effectively and efficiently carried out.

Welcome to the Marcus Garvey Technical High School!

Upon registration into this noble institution you have begun your educational journey at the only technical high school in Region 3 (St. Ann and Trelawny). You have an opportunity to pursue studies that will provide you with employability skills and improve your chances of being able to participate in many of the industries of the future.

Over the almost 50 years of existence, our school has undergone several changes, all designed to improve the quality of educational offerings to our students, parents and staff. This is aligned with our school’s ethos of continued improvement. This is a true reflection of the spirit of the philosophy of the name we bear, that of the Right Excellent Marcus Mosiah Garvey. This son of the soil, and first national hero lived a life dedicated to improving the consciousness of Jamaicans on the power of positive thinking ad knowledge of self, and our great nation’s history. We are convinced that attaining excellent academic performance, pursuing the development of one’s talent and becoming socially conscious are not mutually exclusive.  In fact, we believe that these must be simultaneously pursues as one strives to become a productive citizen.

As a school, we aim to become trailblazers in the field of technical and vocational education. It is our desire to contribute to the future of our country’s educational landscape by continuing to be innovators as we prepare students for the jobs of the future.

As Chairman of the Board of Management, it is my pleasure to pledge on behalf of the Board, that we will continue to be relentless in our pursuit to Garvey, “we will not be defeated in the race of life, we will be ambitious in the desire to go forward and improve our condition. It is a burning flame that lights up u rife and makes us see ourselves in another state. To be ambitious is to be great in mind and soul. To want that which is worthwhile and strive for it. To go without looking back, reaching to that which gives satisfaction”.

Nesta-Claire Hunter (Mrs.)
Chairman, Board of Management

Welcome to the best technical high school in the region –

Marcus Garvey Technical High School!

As a student/parent, you have joined our school family, and we want you to know how pleased we are that you are now with us. The MGTHS family is a group of talented individuals who believe in God, education, wealth generation and self-confidence. At our school we place all who we are, and all that we can become in the hands of Jehovah as we pray daily for HIs divine wisdom and guidance in our lives. We are aware that we are nothing without God and so we take daily worship seriously, and incorporate prayer in all we do. We expect that above all else, you recognise that reverence and a value for education are core behaviours expected of all our stakeholders.

As a member of this prestigious institution, you have a chance to pursue quality educational opportunities under the guidance of some of the most talented teachers on the island. We have selected our teachers on the basis of their commitment to excellence, and a willingness to be held accountable for being positive role models for our students. We promise to provide you with the educational experiences necessary to develop holistically. This means that we provide you with a host of activities to learn good manners, professional habits, spiritual principles and academic skills.

We encourage you to acknowledge the opportunities being afforded to you as a student or parent. Here you can begin your journey towards a bright future filled with much success. At Marcus Garvey Technical High School you will be provided with support towards accomplishing your goals; however, you will be held accountable for your actions. For every choice you make (good or bad) there are consequences. This handbook, along with our mentorship sessions, form time activities, guidance programme and peer leadership programmes, will help you to make good choices and learn how to determine the likely outcomes.

It is our desire that you enjoy your time with us and commit to becoming the best version of yourself. We are here to help, do not hesitate to talk with us if you have a concern or a suggestion to make your school better. Your opinion matters here, after all, you are now a part of the family.

Arise and Shine! It’s a new day!

Anniona Jones (Mrs.)

Principal

It is a great privilege to serve the best institution in Jamaica, the Marcus Garvey Technical High School. As a member of the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) executive, we aim to be parents to all students. It is our goal to support the holistic development of each student that passes through this institution.

As the executive of the PTA, we also aim to be role models to all who we encounter – students, parents and the wider community. As a family, we work together with one goal in mind – to build a better future generation so that our students will become great leaders of the 21^st century. We encourage parents to get more involved in your children future there are the one who will be the Prime Minister for tomorrow.

Let’s work together for a better life, and a better society – “in God we trust”.

Dr. Maxo Dejanis

PTA President