The Marcus Garvey in Schools (MGIS) project has been extended to 23 primary schools.

Education Minister Fayval Williams made the announcement at the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s Marcus Garvey Awards for Excellence in the Performing Arts in Kingston yesterday.

She said the extension is in line with the Ministry’s mandate to ensure that every Jamaican student understands the importance of Marcus Garvey’s teachings.

The MGIS curriculum touches on vital areas such as civics, teaching values and attitudes that reflect respect for self and others.

It emphasizes pride in one’s skin color and heritage, while also introducing key principles of entrepreneurship and financial literacy to students.