It is fair to say that there are some things where Jamaicans are quite hesitant to sign up for in any large number, Halloween is one of them and here’s why. The now traditional American holiday can be traced back to the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain where it was believed that on that day, the souls of the dead returned to their homes, so people dressed in costumes and lit bonfires to ward off spirits.

HolidaysTanya HaylesNovember 8, 2023Holidays, Halloween

Kids Just Want To Have Fun. Should schools provide it?

Educational leaders often tell me their biggest headaches don’t emanate from the classroom but all the extra “fun” activities that schools take on, such as proms, sports and even such seemingly innocuous offerings at the elementary school level as crazy hair day or dress as your favorite book character.

HolidaysTanya HaylesOctober 18, 2023Halloween, Holidays