Civics Corner

Owning up to it!!! Personal independence and personal responsibility are two important concepts that everyone should understand, regardless of age. They are closely related and go hand in hand, as being independent means taking responsibility for yourself and your actions. Personal Independence: Personal independence is the ability to take care of yourself and make decisions on your own, without always relying on others for help. This means being able to dress yourself, take care of your hygiene, and manage your own money. It also means having the confidence and courage to speak up for yourself and make choices that are right for you. Being independent does not mean you have to do everything on your own, but it does mean you are able to make choices for yourself and take care of yourself as much as possible. Personal Responsibility: Personal responsibility means that you take ownership of your actions and the consequences that come from them. This means understanding that your choices ...

FI WI INDEPENDENCE!!!  Song: "This is the land of my Birth ” by Eric Donaldson  Jamaica‟s Independence explained Jamaica gained its independence from Great Britain on August 6, 1962, after more than 300 years of British rule. The process of achieving independence was gradual and started with Jamaica being granted internal self-government in 1959. This meant that Jamaicans could now elect their own leaders and make some decisions about their own affairs. The country's first Prime Minister, Sir Alexander Bustamante, played a significant role in the push for independence. Finally, in 1962, Jamaica became a fully independent nation with the British monarch as its head of state. Independence Day, August 6th, is celebrated every year in Jamaica as a national holiday with parades, festivals, and cultural events to commemorate the country's freedom and the contributions of its people. Importance of Jamaica Independence  Jamaica's independence is very important because it all...

  UNITS OF WORK GRADE 8 TERM 3 UNIT 1 (4 Weeks) QUOTE:     SONG:   “No man is an island” “I need you to survive”   Collaboration, Cooperation, and Unity Collaboration is a process of working together towards a common goal by sharing knowledge, skills, and resources. It involves active participation, effective communication, and respect for each other's opinions. Collaboration is essential in achieving success in any project, as it promotes creativity, diversity, and innovation.   Cooperation , on the other hand, refers to the act of working together towards a common goal while recognizing and respecting each other's roles and responsibilities. It emphasizes the importance of sharing information, resources, and skills to achieve a common objective.   Unity refers to the state of being together or joined as a whole, despite individual differences or challenges. It emphasizes the importance of coming together to achieve a common go...