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Current News and Events

March 05, 2007

Notice of the Annual General meeting to be held at JC auditorium on Saturday, March 24th 2007, 1pm Guest Speaker - Hon. R. Danny Williams

JC Gets new multi-function copier at the handing over ceremony from CEO of Copier Concepts Jamaica Limited, Duane Lue-Fung(JC Old Boy). The copier was presented to the principal Mr. Ruel Reid on February 9 2007. Others in attendance were; Mr. Danny Williams (Chairman of the J.C. Old Boys Trust), Miss Tosya Francis (executive/Copier Concepts) and Mr. Ekomo Boswell, the school's technical operator.

See Photos from the presentation...

May 03, 2006

The Carlton Alexander Awards Dinner will take place on Wednesday June 21 @ 7:00 p.m. The venue is the Jamaica Pegasus and the contribution is $3,500 per ticket. The awardees this year are Charles Johnston and A. Barclay Ewart. Our guest speaker will be the Hon. Oliver F. Clarke O.J.

October 12, 2005

On Wednesday, September 28, 2005 Mr. Ainsley Henriques, Chairman of the Norman Washington Manley Foundation, made a presentation of the recent film production on the Rt. Excellent Hon. Norman Washington Manley, to the Library of Jamaica College.The film is available on both VHS Video and DVD.

See Photos from the presentation...

June 08, 2005

See Photos from Annual Carlton Alexander Awards dinner...

April 17, 2005

The Carlton Alexander Awards Dinner will take place on Wednesday May 18 @ 8:00 p.m. The venue is The Jamaica Pegasus and the contribution is $3,000 per ticket. As usual, our two honorees are outstanding individuals who have contributed to Jamaica College and to the nation.

November 14, 2004

The Annual general meeting will be held at the Liguanea Club on Wednesday, December 8, at 5:30 P.M. Dont miss this chance to air your views, see the latest developments and get an insight into our outlook for the future.

May 20, 2004

See Photos from Annual Carlton Alexander Awards dinner...

April 10, 2004

The Carlton Alexander Awards Dinner will take place on Wednesday May 12 @ 8:00 p.m. The venue is The Jamaica Pegasus and the contribution is $3,000 per ticket. As usual, our two honorees are outstanding individuals who have contributed to Jamaica College and to the nation.

The two recipients for this prestigious award are Mr. James Moss-Solomon and Mr. Joseph A. Matalon. Our guest speaker will be Mr. Richard Byles(old-boy) who was recently appointed the CEO for Life of Jamaica.We are asking ALL old-boys to make an effort to support this function. Tickets can be purchased from Roger Chang at Computer Sales & Services. The contact number is 927-5553

January 1, 2004

The Chapel choir presents Haydens's "TE DEUM" in C Anthems and Carols on Sunday January 4, 2004-Saxthorpe Methodist Church, St. Andrew at 5 PM. Contribution $300(Adult), Children $100. For more information contact Randall Campbel at (876) 3397685.

January 15, 2003

Please be advised that the JCOBA has launched a book-drive in order to collect books for the library. There is a critical need for all types of books especially books written by old-boys. Gentlemen, the library was recently refurbished ; however, most of the books that are on the shelves are obsolete. We must support this project as we all know the need to instill in the boys the need to read. Please contact : Albert Ashley :(876)931-1939(W), 990-1120(Cel) or (876)925-6623(H)

December 15, 2002

The JC Chapel choir, headed by Randall Campbell, will be having a series of presentations entitled "Mozart's Tedeum" on the following dates:

December 15- at 4:00 PM, at St. Marks' Anglican Church, Browns Town, St.Ann.

December 29, -St. James parish church 4:00PM

January 5 - Saxthorpe methodist church-Mary browns corner-5:00 contribution $300 per ticket, $100 children

July 17, 2002

See Photos from Annual Carlton Alexander Awards dinner...

June 07, 2002

Regrettably, Jamaica College Old Boy and veteran journalist Hugh Crosskill was shot and killed by a security guard at an establishment on Rippon Rd. No other details are confirmed at this time.

May 23, 2002

The Carlton Alexander Awards dinner will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at the Le Meridien Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, starting at 7:00p.m. The two awardees are Hon. David Coore Q.C, O.J. and Mr. Bruce Golding. For more information and tickets please call Roger Chang at (876) 927-5553 or email roger@cwjamaica.com.

July 27, 2001

See photographs from the 2001 Carlton Alexander Awards dinner!

March 09, 2001

The Carlton Alexander Awards dinner will be held on May 24, 2001 at the Le Meridien Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, starting at 7:00p.m. The two awardees are The Honourable Mayer Matalon and Mr. Howard Hamilton Q.C. For more information and tickets please call Roger Chang at (876) 927-5553 or email roger@cwjamaica.com.

January 19, 2001

Chester Stamp appointed to International court...

November 8, 2000

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Jamaica College Old Boy Association will be held ...

November 19, 1999

Citation in Honour of Maurice William Facey. In the vast volume of literature describing the types seeking success in corporate kingdoms worldwide, Maurice Facey is clearly recognised and has been categorised as ‘Emperor’...

October 22, 1999

Well-known historian, educator and sports administrator, Jimmy Carnegie and Chairman of the Pan Jamaican Group, Maurice Facey are the 1999 recipients of the Carlton Alexander Award presented annually to alumni who have demonstrated excellence in their respective fields and contributed to national life.

October 19, 1999

The J.C. School Library has been renamed the Edwards Resource Centre, in honour of the late Herbert Constantine Edwards.

August 13, 1999

Jamaica College caretaker Mr. Michael Young died recently after a short illness. The funeral service will be held on Sunday August 14th at 11am at St. Dunstan's chapel, Jamaica College.

August 12, 1999

• Internal restoration to the main building of Jamaica College has now begun following a series of activities to raise funds for much needed repairs.  The primary fundraising activity, organised by the old boys' association, is the current sale by of limited edition prints reproduced from an original painting of the building by artist Joanne Sibley. Ms Sibley, was commissioned by the school in 1997. The Jamaica College main building was constructed in the Victorian Gothic Revival style in 1885, and is unique among high schools in Jamaica. However, this century-old Hope Road landmark has sustained visible damage, particularly to its roof, in recent years. 

• An additional fundraising project spearheaded by past student, Michael Bernard, has earmarked $635,000. This recent injection of funds has facilitated the current repair project. According to Jamaica College principal, Stuart Reeves, the first phase of restoration will begin with stripping and resealing the concrete roof section above the stairwell and corridors. Decades of old paint that is thick and holding firmly to the walls, will be removed in order that walls can be sealed and painted afresh. All electrical fixtures are to be repaired or replaced and fans put into classrooms. Bathrooms will receive new floor tiles, wall tiles, face basins and toilets. The principal added that several sixth form students are involved in working on the project for which they will earn a small salary. 

• Old boys wishing to purchase prints of the main building may contact Roger Chang at roger@cwjamaica.com. Prints are $3,000 unframed and $5,000 framed.  Additional donations toward the restoration of the main building may also be made to Roger Chang. All alumni are asked to note the fundraising event of the year, the Carlton Alexander Awards, to be held  on Thursday, November 4, 1999 at the Jamaica Pegasus hotel. 

November 18, 1997

See what others are doing to assist the school.

• Visiting the School
• Creating a scholarship

One of our Oldest Old Boys? Attended JC from 1922 - 1929!

November 1, 1997

Official Launch of the JCOBA Online: The JCOBA Online is now the official website of the Jamaica College Old Boys Association.

October 1, 1997

JCOB's WEB becomes the JCOBA Online. JCOB's WEB becomes the official website of the Jamaica College Old Boys Association (JCOBA) and can now be found at www.jcoba.org. This site will provide a comprehensive listing of the activities of Jamaica College Old Boys and the associated Organizations. 

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