Cassandra Rowe

Experienced educational leader with a proven track record of driving positive change. Recognized for inspiring and empowering staff and students, fostering an environment that nurtures their creative abilities. This leadership approach consistently improves performance throughout the institution. My philosophy of 21st-century education acknowledges the diverse needs, talents, gifts, and aspirations of individuals. It is clear that a 'one size does not fit all' approach is necessary in the learning space we call school. As an educational leader, I believe in providing a framework that establishes effective systems and programmes, ensuring every student has the opportunity to explore, experiment, and discover their full potential.

• First runner-up for the Island of Jamaica Lasco Teacher of the Year Award (2012 – 2013).
• Excellent Teacher of the Year for Island of Jamaica Region 5, Ministry of Education, Excellent Teacher Award (2012 – 2013).
• Award for excellent team work and leadership skills (Family and Consumer Studies, Department of The University of Technology).
• Awarded by MOEY (Region V) for ‘Sterling Contribution to Education in the Region’ (2017).
• First Runner-Up: ‘Lasco Teacher of the Year’ (2013).
• ‘Excellent Teacher of the Year’ – Region V (2013).
• Awarded by the Lasco Group Foundation for pioneering the rebranding of ‘Home Economics’ to ‘Human Ecology’ in Secondary Schools (2013).
• Awarded by the University of Technology for ‘Excellent Team Work and Leadership Skills’ in Consumer and Management Studies (2012).

• Date of Birth: 12/30/64
• Gender: Female
• Marital Status: Single

1. Name:      Jasford Gabriel (Mr.)

    Position:  Principal, Manchester High School

    Address: 4 Perth Road, Mandeville

    Telephone: Home:   964 -8469  Work:  625 - 4142/457 - 5656

2. Name:     Garth D. Martin (Reverend; J.P.)

    Position:  Pastor of the Open Bible Chapel, Balvenie, Mandeville

    Address:  Lot 50A Alamanda Crescent, Longville Park, Clarendon.

   Telephone: Mobile: (876) 370 4795

• Trainer in the Women’s Outreach Programme at the Andrew’s Memorial United Church, Manchester, in the area of Culinary Arts and Food Preparation.

• Currently, I serve as a resource person and facilitator for women’s ministries within a number of denominations.

• Annually, I serve as Chief Judge for the Open Bible Standard Churches of Jamaica - National Youth Inter-fest Competitions.

• Currently assist in the training of youth at the Open Bible Chapel, in the areas of Public Speaking and Talent Development.

• Visiting and assisting the elderly in my church with grocery shopping, transportation and household chores.Resource person for health and wellness/family resource management.

• Choir Director and Praise and Worship Leader Open Bible Chapel Dunrobin, Mandeville.

• Coordinator – Children and Youth Ministry Open Bible Chapel, Balvenie, Mandeville Manchester.

• Praise and Worship Team Leader Manchester High School.