Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) has awarded twenty – one (21) bursaries to children of its employees who performed exceptionally at this year’s National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA).
At the ceremony, Human Resource Manager, Ms. Simone Jacobs stated that the award was given in recognition of the students’ hard work, sleepless nights, encouragement and sacrifices by their parents and guardians, and as such she encouraged them to work even harder to complete their secondary education.
This year’s top achievers are: Ariel Mohanlall, Kesyne Duggin, Natawa Rodriques, Renee Whittaker and Josh Jailal who all secured a place at Queens College while Carian Haynes was awarded Bishops High and Malia Todd - St. Roses High.
In his address to the students, Chief Executive Officer Mr. Shaik Baksh congratulated the students and parents for their dedication, especially in a time when we are experiencing COVID – 19.
He reminded the students that even though they experienced hurdles, they would have persevered and shown discipline. Mr. Baksh called upon the parents to put in the work and effort so that the students can complete their secondary school education.
Those attending the ceremony were also informed of GWI’s contribution to staff advancement through university or overseas training. The Chief Executive added that GWI will continue to be supportive.
Giving the vote of thanks, Ariel Mohanlall, on behalf of her peers and their parents, thanked GWI for this initiative and for believing in them. She said they will continue to make them proud by working harder and being successful at every level.
