CIBC Caribbean presents $25,000 to Ministry of Education For sponsorship of 13th Annual CIBC Grade Six National Assessment Awards
The nation’s top 100 Grade Six students will honoured during the 13th Annual CIBC Caribbean Grade Six National Assessment Awards to be held on Thursday 16th October, 2025. The bank has continued its commitment to education by presenting its cheque for $25,000 to the Ministry of Education, Sports and Creative Industries.
Speaking during the presentation Head of Country, Ladesa James Williams announced that from next year, in addition to the ongoing sponsorship, the bank will be introducing the CIBC Caribbean Volunteerism Award, recognizing Grade 6 students who give back to their community.
“This award will celebrate graduating Grade 6 students who demonstrate a genuine spirit of service and responsibility by giving back to their community in meaningful ways. The winner will receive a CIBC Caribbean Sure Start savings account with EC$1,000,” she explained.
The criteria for selection include commitment to service, impact on others, leadership in action and character and values.
Director of Education Dr. Clare Browne, who accepted the sponsorship cheque on behalf of the Ministry thanked CIBC for its ongoing tangible support of education in Antigua and Barbuda. He noted that the Volunteerism Award will be an added incentive for students.
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