AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation Access: A special education diagnostic centre is set to open in Portland in September, cutting the need for families to travel to Kingston for assessments. Back-to-School Support: Hachette Learning has named Bookzone as its new exclusive distributor in Jamaica, with Primary Exit Profile resources rolling out locally and online. Public Health Watch: Westmoreland is seeing an uptick in hand, foot and mouth disease, with health officials urging parents and schools to stay vigilant. Local Business & Culture: Balloon Botanica is turning celebrations into a craft—bespoke balloon and floral designs for birthdays, graduations and gender reveals. Community & Learning: A rebuilt classroom block at Fyffes Pen Primary School in St Elizabeth will reopen for the 2026/27 school year after Hurricane Melissa damage. National ID Trust: Banks are increasingly accepting Jamaica’s NIDS card, though officials say what you need can vary by transaction risk. Regional Politics: CARICOM leaders in St Lucia also focused on the “battle for truth,” warning misinformation is eroding trust and decision-making. Diaspora & Events: Elegance: The Ballroom Experience is drawing international interest ahead of its July 19 Jamaica Pegasus event.
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