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PEP 2026 results signal stronger learning outcomes as students exceed national targets in three of four areas

PEP 2026 results signal stronger learning outcomes as students exceed national targets in three of four areas

Students surpassed national performance targets in three of the four areas assessed and demonstrated significant academic growth across the primary education system. 79 per cent of students who sat the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) literacy exams achieved the mastery comprehension level.

Several educators say they are elated and satisfied with performance of their grade six students in PEP exams

Several educators say they are elated and satisfied with performance of their grade six students in PEP exams

The highly-anticipated results were released earlier today, and come seven months after Hurricane Melissa disrupted preparations for the exams. In St. Mary, Principal of New Orange Hill Primary and Infant School, Pamella Wynter said she was super excited about the performance of her 11 students who sat

JUTC offers $1M to anyone who is able to assist the police with apprehending man who allegedly set one of its units ablaze last month

JUTC offers $1M to anyone who is able to assist the police with apprehending man who allegedly set one of its units ablaze last month

The bus was destroyed by fire at approximately 4 p.m.on May 30 at the Spanish Town lay-by. In the JUTC's initial report following the incident, it stated that a bus assigned to route 22 pulled into the lay-by, when the bus crew observed sparks coming from a cellphone charging port at the rear of the

Five more Haitians in police custody increasing number of migrants to 22

Five more Haitians in police custody increasing number of migrants to 22

Five more Haitians are in police custody increasing the number of migrants to 22. Earlier today 17 Haitians including three children were taken into custody, after they landed in a boat in Portland overnight.

Spice turns up Times Square with ‘Volcano’ promotion

Spice turns up Times Square with ‘Volcano’ promotion

Dancehall star Spice brought dancehall energy to football fans gathered in Times Square, New York, during the World Cup celebrations.

Dancehall stars Baby Cham and Konshens celebrate Argentina’s win over Austria

Dancehall stars Baby Cham and Konshens celebrate Argentina’s win over Austria

Dancehall stars Baby Cham and Konshens were among football fans celebrating Argentina’s victory over Austria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Alana Reid and Christopher Taylor secures their first National 200 meters title

Alana Reid and Christopher Taylor secures their first National 200 meters title

National Junior record holder Alana Reid and the World Championship mile relay silver medalist Christopher Taylor won their first national 200 meters title last night, while there were also several first time national champions.

Javier Ainstein officially appointed new head coach of Montego Bay United

Javier Ainstein officially appointed new head coach of Montego Bay United

Argentine coach Javier Ainstein has been officially appointed as the new head coach of Montego Bay United ahead of the 2026-27 Wray & Nephew Jamaica Premier League season.

12 people homeless following fire at dwelling house in Old Folly Discovery Bay, St. Ann last night

12 people homeless following fire at dwelling house in Old Folly Discovery Bay, St. Ann last night

There was no report of injury. Preliminary investigations conducted by the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) indicate that the fire resulted from an electrical short circuit originating within the panel box located in the living room area.

Education Ministry says 90% of PEP students placed in a school of their choice

Education Ministry says 90% of PEP students placed in a school of their choice

Over 28,000 registered students, or 90 per cent of those who sat the 2026 Primary Profile (PEP) Examinations, were placed in a school of their choice.31,565 students were placed following the PEP exams this year.

PEP 2026 results signal stronger learning outcomes as students exceed national targets in three of four areas

Monday, June 22, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Students surpassed national performance targets in three of the four areas assessed and demonstrated significant academic growth across the primary education system. 79 per cent of students who sat the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) literacy exams achieved the mastery comprehension level.

Several educators say they are elated and satisfied with performance of their grade six students in PEP exams

Monday, June 22, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

The highly-anticipated results were released earlier today, and come seven months after Hurricane Melissa disrupted preparations for the exams. In St. Mary, Principal of New Orange Hill Primary and Infant School, Pamella Wynter said she was super excited about the performance of her 11 students who sat the exams.

Alana Reid and Christopher Taylor secures their first National 200 meters title

Monday, June 22, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

National Junior record holder Alana Reid and the World Championship mile relay silver medalist Christopher Taylor won their first national 200 meters title last night, while there were also several first time national champions.

Javier Ainstein officially appointed new head coach of Montego Bay United

Monday, June 22, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Argentine coach Javier Ainstein has been officially appointed as the new head coach of Montego Bay United ahead of the 2026-27 Wray & Nephew Jamaica Premier League season.

Spice turns up Times Square with ‘Volcano’ promotion

Monday, June 22, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall star Spice brought dancehall energy to football fans gathered in Times Square, New York, during the World Cup celebrations.

Dancehall stars Baby Cham and Konshens celebrate Argentina’s win over Austria

Monday, June 22, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall stars Baby Cham and Konshens were among football fans celebrating Argentina’s victory over Austria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.