Dinthill Technical cops first TREND Schools’ Challenge Quiz trophy

Dinthill Technical High School, located in Linstead, St Catherine, emerged as the first recipient of the Ministry of Education and Youth’s TREND Schools’ Challenge Trophy.

The trophy was presented to the technical school that reached the farthest in this year’s Television Jamaica Schools’ Challenge Quiz competition. This is in alignment with the ministry’s emphasis on technical vocational Education and training as a key pillar under the Transformation of Education for National Development Programme.

Minister of Education and Youth Fayval Williams expressed the ministry’s commitment to promote and encourage the pivotal role of technical education in shaping the future of the nation.

“Technical and vocational education and training is not just a pathway; it’s a cornerstone of innovation, economic growth, and societal progress. By emphasising the importance of technical education, we empower our young minds to become the architects of tomorrow, equipped with the skills and knowledge to drive our country forward into a prosperous future,” she said.

Each member of the Dinthill quiz team also secured provisional acceptance to the Vocational Training and Development Institute and was awarded a $75,000 tertiary assistance grant to assist with their education.

Cornell Bent, coach of the Dinthill Technical team, expressed appreciation for the prizes and to the Ministry of Education and Youth for underscoring the importance of technical education and for their support through initiatives such as the education ministry’s TREND prize.

“These prizes not only acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our students, but also inspire a new generation of technical leaders,” he said.

All 32 finalists in the competition are to receive gift bags containing TREND-branded gear, courtesy of the education ministry. This is aimed at celebrating the students’ achievements and encouraging their continued pursuit of excellence in academic and technical fields.