Meet the management team
PRINCIPAL’S GREETING
Dear GvP School Community. It is with great joy and enthusiasm to welcome you to the schoolyear 2024-2025. To our students, we are thrilled you are a part of our family. We want to help you discover your interests, develop your talents, and reach your goals. Our amazing teachers and staff are here to support you and make sure your time at GvP is fun and rewarding. To the parents and guardians, thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. We know how important your child’s growth and learning are to you, and we are honored to work with you to make sure they succeed. We are committed to keeping you informed and involved in your child’s school life. We have exciting and engaging practical, academic, and vocational programs that will challenge the students to do their best. We want to spark their love for learning and curiosity. We make sure our lessons are designed to fit each student’s unique strengths and needs. And through fun extracurricular activities, we help build their confidence and a sense of belonging. We encourage you to get involved, ask questions, and make the most of everything our school has to offer. Together, we can make your time with GvP School full of learning, discovery, and great memories. – Mrs. Fleur Lagcher
VICE PRINCIPAL’S GREETING
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students of the Gwendoline van Putten school, welcome to a new school year filled with excitement, challenges, and opportunities for growth. Whether you’re a student embarking on a new academic journey or a parent supporting your child’s educational endeavors, know that you’re an essential part of our school community. Together, let’s make this year one of learning, exploration, and achievement. Starting the new year with renewed hope and a positive attitude sets the pace for a brighter chapter filled with great accomplishment. The vacation is over and it’s time for real work. With your cooperation, we are determined to give you our best and help you achieve nothing but success. – Ms. Vanessa Bennett
CCSLC DEPARTMENT HEAD GREETING
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students, As we embark on the new and exciting school year 2024-2025, I am delighted to extend my warmest welcome to each of you. Our dedicated and innovative staff remain committed to fostering the holistic development of every student in our care. This year, we will continue to challenge our students to leverage their intellect and physical abilities as they explore a broad array of educational opportunities and hone their many skills. We are thrilled to announce the addition of the Robotics Club to our extracurricular offerings. The house system continues to provide opportunities to participate in sports, dance, and cheer competitions, and other inter-house activities throughout the year. Additionally, we are excited to integrate music into our curriculum, offering students new avenues for creative expression and growth. It is my sincere hope that every student will discover a passion or interest to engage with throughout the school year, enriching their school experience and giving them the opportunity to shine within the GvP family. With enthusiasm and anticipation, – Mr. Elroy Agard
CVQ AND PRO DEPARTMENT HEAD GREETING
Dear Students and Parents, we are thrilled to welcome both our new and returning students to the Gwendoline van Putten School’s Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) Department and Practical Education Stream (PrO). Your presence enriches our community, and we are eagerly anticipating a bright and productive new school year together. At the heart of our mission is the well-being and success of our students. We are committed to ensuring that every student feels safe and supported within our school environment. More importantly, we believe that a strong, collaborative relationship between parents, students, and the school is crucial in fostering student excellence. We are dedicated to providing an educational experience that not only meets but exceeds your expectations. Our programs are designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge that will pave the way for future success. We encourage active participation and engagement from both students and parents as we work together to achieve our goals. I am incredibly excited about the opportunities that lie ahead, and I hope you share this enthusiasm. Let’s make this school year one filled with achievement, growth, and memorable experiences. Welcome to a year of excellence and possibility! – Ms. Rijziena Hooker
CSEC DEPARTMENT HEAD GREETING
I am excited to welcome our students back to another scholastic year. Here at the GVP School we are committed to the holistic development of all our students, and I am happy to invite you to collaborate with us as we strive to help our students achieve academic excellence. I encourage both students and parents to embrace and make full use the many opportunities offered by the CXC system as our students now have the chance to further their tertiary education in Europe and North America as well as in the Caribbean. I especially urge our parents to be more engaged in the education of your child as your active involvement is crucial if your child is to excel. I wish all our stakeholders’ success as we work together to achieve lasting success and academic excellence for our students. – Mr. Julian Hinckson
CONTACT THE MANAGEMENT TEAM AT TEL.: 318-2129 / 318-2276