Two bring pride to Georgetown

Georgetown Government School has consistently earned spots in the top 10 category of the Common Entrance Examinations over the years, and this year was no exception.{{more}}

Two 11-year-old female students of the institution, Kishuba Caine and Kiara Bailey, were outstanding in their exams, placing fifth for girls and seventh overall and sixth for girls and ninth overall, respectively.

While both students are happy with their results, Kishuba, the daughter of Sabrina Caine and Angus Harper, had an additional reason to celebrate, having tied with three other persons for scoring the highest grade nationwide for Mathematics. Her Mathematics score was 98.33 per cent. She also received a good grade for English (94 per cent), but dipped in General Paper, with a score of 86 per cent.

On the other hand, Kiara, the daughter of Aileene and Simon Bailey, who teachers say enjoys a friendly rivalry with Kishuba, received 92.42 per cent for English, 95 per cent for Mathematics, and 90 per cent for General Paper.

Both students have their hearts set on attending the Girls’ High School in the new academic year.

Kishuba, in an interview with SEARCHLIGHT, said Mathematics was quite easy, but there were some areas that were challenging. In her opinion, the General Paper exam was challenging.

“I felt overjoyed and ecstatic when I received my results,” said Kishuba with a broad smile.

Upon receiving her results, Kiara said: “I was ecstatic also. I felt a bit of everything. I was just happy.”

Kishuba wants to pursue a career as an entrepreneur, while Kiara wants to be an artist.

Neil Henry, Headteacher of the Georgetown Government School, said he is satisfied with the students’ performance. “We looked at their progress from kindergarten and we saw a trend coming up,” said Henry, adding that the teachers have helped to build a group of independent minded and confident students who will be able to function efficiently in the society as well rounded individuals.

“To have students in the top ten consistently has helped us to believe we have the right formula. Something has got to be right,” the elated headteacher exclaimed.

The students were prepared by Grade Six teachers Paula Blake-Toney and Alasbour Williams.

Blake-Toney told SEARCHLIGHT Kishuba had worked consistently and diligently throughout the academic year and she was impressed by Kiara at times, who consistently scored similar grades throughout the period. (HN)