In a powerful show of community solidarity following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, the Rotary Club of St. Andrew has partnered with the Rotaract Clubs of St. Andrew and UTECH to bring hope and inspiration to children in Westmoreland through the gift of books.
As part of their continued support for hurricane‑affected communities, the clubs launched a book drive aimed specifically at Kew Park Primary and Infant School, which suffered significant damage during the storm. The initiative supports the school’s renewed push to improve literacy by encouraging students to read for at least one hour each day. The effort comes at a critical time. Many students from surrounding communities remain without electricity, limiting access to digital learning and entertainment. Books provide both education and much‑needed stimulation during the ongoing recovery period.
Through generous donations from the public and contributions from the clubs themselves, approximately 217 books were collected and formally handed over to the school on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The donation is expected to strengthen the school’s literacy programme while offering comfort, escape and opportunity to children navigating post‑hurricane challenges.
The initiative underscores the continuing role of service organizations in supporting education and rebuilding lives one book, and one child, at a time.
