Welcome to the Throp-X 2022 Investment Conference panel discussion on Education in Jamaica. Join us as we hear from two of Jamaica's best educators in master teacher Jean P.

Brown and Harvard graduate Jessica Davidson as they explore the impact of the Jamaican education system, innovative approaches to STEM and STEAM education, challenges faced during the Covid-19 pandemic, and the significant role of alumni in shaping students' success.

They further delve into topics such as the Caribbean secondary education and assessment, the Negril Education Environment Trust's (NEET) impact on education in Negril, policies on grooming and dress codes, politics and governance of schools, donating resources to Jamaican schools and high school rivalries.

These education experts understand the complexities of the Jamaican education landscape. They give us great insight into where we fall short and how we can make a difference in the lives of our young people.

0:00 - Introduction

2:16 - The Impact of the Jamaican Education System

6:45 - Caribbean Secondary Education and Assessment

9:03 - STEM and STEAM

15:12 - Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic

25:29 - NEET and its impact on Education in Negril

28:34 - Policies on School Grooming, Dress and more

34:34 - Politics and Governance of Schools

36:46 - Donating Resources to Jamaican Schools

39:22 - High School Rivalry in Jamaica

40:38 - The Role of Alumni

41:50 - Other Contributors to Education in Jamaica

42:15 - Question and Answer Segment

59:00 - Conclusion and Closing