My Form Six experience at Polytechnic is one for the books, where I was able to accomplish many things, such as excelling in academics, to participating in countless extra-curricular activities. Before I began form six, I had taken a year off after my CSEC exams and was unsure about which school was the right fit for me. Polytechnic was actually one of my later choices, but this goes to show how everything happens for a reason. Two years later, I can definitely say that these two years were worth it. I quickly settled in and was able to develop long-lasting friendships, as well as the opportunity to engage with the most passionate teachers, who went above and beyond and ensured you were always up to standard.

In Poly, we were always encouraged to reach for the stars, always reminded that anything is possible, once we put in the work. In addition to academics, my form six experience helped me cultivate time management skills and problem-solving abilities as I participated in many of the after school extra-curricular activities they offered, such as IVCF, UNESCO and the gardening club.

Partaking in competitions outside of school, such as the SSTF or the UWI Secondary School Design and Build Competition also offered a sense of pride as we were given the opportunity to represent Sixth form and prove that we were a force to be reckoned with. I also can’t forget to mention all the house competitions: Cricket, Football, Parang, Mr. and Ms. Poly and Sports Day, each and every competition more heated than the other which fuelled our competitive spirits and allowed us to build strong bonds through teamwork.

Overall, my experience at Sixth Form was transformative, equipping me with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in higher education and beyond and I am profoundly grateful for the support and opportunities provided during this pivotal moment in my academic journey. It truly was unforgettable.