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The 2025 Cornwall College Scholarship Award Ceremony and a Special donation from JFF Ambassador took place on October 17, 2025 at the Cornwall College Chapel in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Opening Remarks:
Principal Ellis congratulated the Cornwall Class of 1988 (dba CC88, Inc) and the Cornwall College Alumni Association of South Florida for their consistent investment in the students and invited others to follow their example.
Key Highlights:
- The event host CC88, Inc representative, Mr Robert Smart, welcomed everyone to the ceremony, reflecting on his time at Cornwall College and the impact it had on him. He emphasized that the event celebrates the future potential of the students and the school, highlighting the following key areas that students should focus to contribute to their success: Education, Family and Religion.
- The keynote speaker, Mr. Nigel Shaw, emphasized the importance of brotherhood and the unbreakable bonds formed at Cornwall College. He shared a personal story about losing his father and the support he received from his CC88 brothers, highlighting the significance of brotherhood. He also explained the rigorous review process for selecting scholarship recipients, ensuring that the awarded funds make a significant impact. Mr Shaw, concluded with a message of encouragement to students to stand out academically and to appreciate the faith and effort of their parents and guardians.
- The ceremony honored outstanding students with academic scholarships from Cornwall Class of 1988 (CC88, Inc) and the Cornwall College Alumni Association of South Florida.
- Ten students received scholarships ranging from $75,000 to $150,000 JMD from the Class of 1988, while nine students received $1,000 USD each from the Cornwall College Alumni Association of South Florida. A total of 2.3 million dollars awarded in academic scholarships.
- CC88, Inc awards: Dr. Karl Dhana award for Excellence in the Sciences was presented to Jordane Forrester, and Rueben Murray Spirit of Entrepreneurship award presented to a top business student Okeen Watson. Both top awards are valued at $150,000 JMD each. Jahiem Williams & Tequan Ellis each received $150,000 JMD. Othnel Gordon & Kyle Moore each received $112,500 JMD. Jeremiah Bent, Darnell Daye, Howard Malcolm & Jordan Forrester each received $75,000 JMD.
- Cornwall College Alumni Association of South Florida awards: Jordane Forrester, Zane King, Jayden Kareem Stewart, Dontae Bent, Tyree Woolery, Matthew Nesbeth, Kyle Moore, Mario Birch, Jordan Forrester & Tyrone James received academic awards valued at $1000 USD each.
- The event also recognized outstanding teachers, Shari Bucknor and Samantha Brown, who received The Dothnie Maud Gordon Outstanding Teacher awards and monetary gift of $75,000 each presented by sponsor Michael Gordon.
- Andrew “Baddus” Clarke Kindness awards were presented by Mr Hayden Marks to role model students Jordane Forrester and Jherron Hylton based on a student poll for students exemplifying Kindness at Cornwall College along with monetary awards of $50,000 each.
- Jamaica Football Federation Ambassador for The U17 Reggae Boyz and Cornwall College Alumni, Mr. Omar McFarlane, made a special donation of $250,000 to the Cornwall College Football program.
Special Guests and Presenters:
- Robert Smart officiated the ceremony
- Nigel Shaw, a HR leader, delivered the keynote address.
- Robert Smart, Denzle Latty, Michael Gordon, Nigel Shaw, Kirkwood Richards, Andre Sukhram and Hayden Marks presented academic scholarships.
- Denzle Latty presented a symbolic check for $250,000 on behalf of Omar McFarlane
- Michael Ellis, Principal of Cornwall College, and Richard Meggo, Board Chairman, also played key roles in the ceremony with opening and closing remarks respectively.
- Neville Bell (CC Alumni Mid West Chapter President) and Stephen Jennings (CC Alumni Montego Bay Chapter President) supported the event.
Closing Remarks:
- Richard Meggo (Board Chairman) thanked the sponsors, families, and faculty for their support and congratulated the scholarship recipients.
- The ceremony concluded with a brunch reception, where guests could directly engage the awardees.
Opening Remarks:
Principal Ellis congratulated the Cornwall Class of 1988 (dba CC88, Inc) and the Cornwall College Alumni Association of South Florida for their consistent investment in the students and invited others to follow their example.
Key Highlights:
- The event host CC88, Inc representative, Mr Robert Smart, welcomed everyone to the ceremony, reflecting on his time at Cornwall College and the impact it had on him. He emphasized that the event celebrates the future potential of the students and the school, highlighting the following key areas that students should focus to contribute to their success: Education, Family and Religion.
- The keynote speaker, Mr. Nigel Shaw, emphasized the importance of brotherhood and the unbreakable bonds formed at Cornwall College. He shared a personal story about losing his father and the support he received from his CC88 brothers, highlighting the significance of brotherhood. He also explained the rigorous review process for selecting scholarship recipients, ensuring that the awarded funds make a significant impact. Mr Shaw, concluded with a message of encouragement to students to stand out academically and to appreciate the faith and effort of their parents and guardians.
- The ceremony honored outstanding students with academic scholarships from Cornwall Class of 1988 (CC88, Inc) and the Cornwall College Alumni Association of South Florida.
- Ten students received scholarships ranging from $75,000 to $150,000 JMD from the Class of 1988, while nine students received $1,000 USD each from the Cornwall College Alumni Association of South Florida. A total of 2.3 million dollars awarded in academic scholarships.
- CC88, Inc awards: Dr. Karl Dhana award for Excellence in the Sciences was presented to Jordane Forrester, and Rueben Murray Spirit of Entrepreneurship award presented to a top business student Okeen Watson. Both top awards are valued at $150,000 JMD each. Jahiem Williams & Tequan Ellis each received $150,000 JMD. Othnel Gordon & Kyle Moore each received $112,500 JMD. Jeremiah Bent, Darnell Daye, Howard Malcolm & Jordan Forrester each received $75,000 JMD.
- Cornwall College Alumni Association of South Florida awards: Jordane Forrester, Zane King, Jayden Kareem Stewart, Dontae Bent, Tyree Woolery, Matthew Nesbeth, Kyle Moore, Mario Birch, Jordan Forrester & Tyrone James received academic awards valued at $1000 USD each.
- The event also recognized outstanding teachers, Shari Bucknor and Samantha Brown, who received The Dothnie Maud Gordon Outstanding Teacher awards and monetary gift of $75,000 each presented by sponsor Michael Gordon.
- Andrew “Baddus” Clarke Kindness awards were presented by Mr Hayden Marks to role model students Jordane Forrester and Jherron Hylton based on a student poll for students exemplifying Kindness at Cornwall College along with monetary awards of $50,000 each.
- Jamaica Football Federation Ambassador for The U17 Reggae Boyz and Cornwall College Alumni, Mr. Omar McFarlane, made a special donation of $250,000 to the Cornwall College Football program.
Special Guests and Presenters:
- Robert Smart officiated the ceremony
- Nigel Shaw, a HR leader, delivered the keynote address.
- Robert Smart, Denzle Latty, Michael Gordon, Nigel Shaw, Kirkwood Richards, Andre Sukhram and Hayden Marks presented academic scholarships.
- Denzle Latty presented a symbolic check for $250,000 on behalf of Omar McFarlane
- Michael Ellis, Principal of Cornwall College, and Richard Meggo, Board Chairman, also played key roles in the ceremony with opening and closing remarks respectively.
- Neville Bell (CC Alumni Mid West Chapter President) and Stephen Jennings (CC Alumni Montego Bay Chapter President) supported the event.
Closing Remarks:
- Richard Meggo (Board Chairman) thanked the sponsors, families, and faculty for their support and congratulated the scholarship recipients.
- The ceremony concluded with a brunch reception, where guests could directly engage the awardees.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!!!
Multiple awards up to $1000 US dollars.
Be Smart & APPLY NOW at https:// www.cc88alumni.org/cc88-scholarship/
Open to current students at Cornwall College high school in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
The deadline to apply is
September 1, 2025
Multiple awards up to $1000 US dollars.
Be Smart & APPLY NOW at https:// www.cc88alumni.org/cc88-scholarship/
Open to current students at Cornwall College high school in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
The deadline to apply is
September 1, 2025
Application – CC88 INC
Application GoalTo establish an impactful scholarship program to help current students at Cornwall College complete their education at the institution while achieving the highest levels of scholastic excellence.Eligibility CriteriaStudent must be currently enrolled at Cornwall College and have compl...
On Friday, October 18, 2024, as part of Cornwall College's Homecoming Week celebrations, Ms. Shari Bucknor and Ms. Kaydene Thomas were honored as recipients of the prestigious “Class of 88 – Dothnie Maud Gordon Outstanding Teacher” awards. These accolades, presented annually by Michael Gordon and family in memory of their late matriarch, Ms. Dothnie Maud Gordon, aim to inspire excellence among Cornwall College faculty while celebrating exceptional teaching practices. Each awardee received a monetary prize of $75,000 Jamaican dollars in recognition of their dedication and impact.
To determine the recipients, CC88 conducted a comprehensive poll among the Cornwall College student body, inviting them to nominate their most admired teachers for this distinguished honor. Now in its fifth consecutive year, the award process attracted numerous nominations, accompanied by heartfelt testimonials expressing students’ gratitude for their educators’ contributions.
The final selection process evaluated nominees based on criteria such as Knowledge, Creativity, Patience, and Accessibility/Accommodation. Following this thorough assessment, Ms. Shari Bucknor and Ms. Kaydene Thomas emerged as the outstanding honorees for 2024, exemplifying the highest standards of educational excellence and unwavering commitment to their students' success.
To determine the recipients, CC88 conducted a comprehensive poll among the Cornwall College student body, inviting them to nominate their most admired teachers for this distinguished honor. Now in its fifth consecutive year, the award process attracted numerous nominations, accompanied by heartfelt testimonials expressing students’ gratitude for their educators’ contributions.
The final selection process evaluated nominees based on criteria such as Knowledge, Creativity, Patience, and Accessibility/Accommodation. Following this thorough assessment, Ms. Shari Bucknor and Ms. Kaydene Thomas emerged as the outstanding honorees for 2024, exemplifying the highest standards of educational excellence and unwavering commitment to their students' success.
2024 CC88 Scholarship Awards
October 18, 2024: Since its establishment in 2017, CC88, Inc., a non-profit organization established by the Cornwall College Class of 1988 and incorporated in Jamaica and Florida, has awarded 64 scholarships totaling approximately $7 million Jamaican dollars. These scholarships are granted to students of Cornwall College high school in Montego Bay, Jamaica, based on academic merit and financial need.
This year, the following students were honored with scholarship awards:
Tequan Ellis – $150,000
Alex Shaw – $150,000
Patrick Rosegreen – $112,500
Howard Malcolm – $112,500
Darnell Daye – $75,000
In alignment with its mission to promote excellence in science, the “Class of 88 – Dr. Karl M. Dhana Scholarship for Excellence in Sciences Award” was presented to Justin Brackett for the 2024–2025 academic year. Justin is the seventh recipient of this distinguished annual award, which carries a scholarship value of $150,000.
To encourage entrepreneurial spirit among Business students at Cornwall College, the “Class of 88 – Rueben Murray Spirit of Entrepreneurship Award” was introduced in 2022. Now in its third year, this year’s recipient is Dillon Watt, who was awarded $150,000.
The awards were presented by Class of 1988 representatives, including Mr. Wilbert Harding, Mr. Nigel Shaw, and Mr. Robert Smart. The organization takes immense pride in supporting these students and celebrating their achievements. It remains an honor to collaborate with Cornwall College each year to empower the next generation through education.
October 18, 2024: Since its establishment in 2017, CC88, Inc., a non-profit organization established by the Cornwall College Class of 1988 and incorporated in Jamaica and Florida, has awarded 64 scholarships totaling approximately $7 million Jamaican dollars. These scholarships are granted to students of Cornwall College high school in Montego Bay, Jamaica, based on academic merit and financial need.
This year, the following students were honored with scholarship awards:
Tequan Ellis – $150,000
Alex Shaw – $150,000
Patrick Rosegreen – $112,500
Howard Malcolm – $112,500
Darnell Daye – $75,000
In alignment with its mission to promote excellence in science, the “Class of 88 – Dr. Karl M. Dhana Scholarship for Excellence in Sciences Award” was presented to Justin Brackett for the 2024–2025 academic year. Justin is the seventh recipient of this distinguished annual award, which carries a scholarship value of $150,000.
To encourage entrepreneurial spirit among Business students at Cornwall College, the “Class of 88 – Rueben Murray Spirit of Entrepreneurship Award” was introduced in 2022. Now in its third year, this year’s recipient is Dillon Watt, who was awarded $150,000.
The awards were presented by Class of 1988 representatives, including Mr. Wilbert Harding, Mr. Nigel Shaw, and Mr. Robert Smart. The organization takes immense pride in supporting these students and celebrating their achievements. It remains an honor to collaborate with Cornwall College each year to empower the next generation through education.
CC88 ALUMNI AT 2024 CC HOMECOMING FOOTBALL FRIENDLY
Congrats to Class of '88 team exceeding expectations and showing the younger generations how it's done!
• PaulLue: Incredible saves!
• Berta: Rock-solid defense!
• Latty & Rosa: Masterful planning, coaching and strategy!
• Wolfe, Soprano, Massive, Blacka, Chippy: Outstanding performances!
And off the field:
• Larie, Junjo & P9: Amazing support!
Only loss? To a team 22 YEARS YOUNGER!
RESULTS:
Oct 13: '88 defeats '94 2-0
Oct 14: '88 ties '91 1-1
Oct 15: '88 falls to 2010 0-2
Oct 17: '88 edges '95 3-2
Can't wait for next year with Toyan, Bunny & Ninja etc joining the squad where we will undoubtedly improve the outcome.
Congrats to Class of '88 team exceeding expectations and showing the younger generations how it's done!
• PaulLue: Incredible saves!
• Berta: Rock-solid defense!
• Latty & Rosa: Masterful planning, coaching and strategy!
• Wolfe, Soprano, Massive, Blacka, Chippy: Outstanding performances!
And off the field:
• Larie, Junjo & P9: Amazing support!
Only loss? To a team 22 YEARS YOUNGER!
RESULTS:
Oct 13: '88 defeats '94 2-0
Oct 14: '88 ties '91 1-1
Oct 15: '88 falls to 2010 0-2
Oct 17: '88 edges '95 3-2
Can't wait for next year with Toyan, Bunny & Ninja etc joining the squad where we will undoubtedly improve the outcome.
On August 16, 2024, we, the CC88 family, bid farewell to our dear high school friend, Andrew Mark Clarke, who passed away on July 24, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His passing marks the 16th loss among our brothers who graduated from Cornwall College in 1988. We have lost a cherished friend, someone known for his selflessness and passion for helping others. Andrew was one of the founders of "My Brother’s Keeper," a partner group formed by a small circle of Cornwall College alumni to support brothers in financial need. He brightened our CC88 group chat with daily wake-up messages and was an active contributor to our conversations. His love for music was evident as he celebrated our milestones with carefully curated musical selections. His final message to us in the CC88 group chat was, “Tek on the new lights wid love CC.”
We extend our deepest condolences to the Clarke and Sterling families and are grateful to God for blessing us with Andrew's friendship for over 51 years. He will be profoundly missed. Rest in Peace, Marco, Turbo, Softie, Baddus 🙏🏾
We extend our deepest condolences to the Clarke and Sterling families and are grateful to God for blessing us with Andrew's friendship for over 51 years. He will be profoundly missed. Rest in Peace, Marco, Turbo, Softie, Baddus 🙏🏾
