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1 ANI LEARNING ACADEMY Registered with the Ministry of Education, partner with NCTVET and an Approved American Allied Health and American Medical Certification Association Testing Site. Students’ Handbook ACADEMIC YEAR 2021 – 2022 DISCLAIMER ANI LEARNING ACADEMY (ANILA) Handbook is provided for the convenience of students. A concerted effort has been made to eliminate all errors. However, students must check the ANILA notice board at the start of the semester and during the course of the academic year for updates as well as corrections of any errors or omissions that have been highlighted subsequent to the finalization of the booklet.

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2 Table of Contents 1. ANILA MISSION, VISION, OBJECTIVES, CORE VALUES & BELIEFS ..................................... 4 MISSION STATEMENT ................................................................................................................................................................. 4 VISION STATEMENT .................................................................................................................................................................... 4 OBJECTIVES .................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 CORE VALUES ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5 ANILA BELIEFS ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6 2 WELCOME ................................................................................................................................................... 7 3 EXECUTIVE BOARD .............................................................................................................................. 8 5 NOTICE TO STUDENTS ....................................................................................................................... 10 6 WHO ARE WE? ..................................................................................................................................... 11 7 ADMISSION PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................ 12 8 FEES AND PAYMENTS ........................................................................................................................ 13 9 ACADEMICS .......................................................................................................................................... 14 10 BENEFITS OF ANILA PROGRAMME ............................................................................................ 15 11 RULES AND REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................... 15 12 POLICIES ............................................................................................................................................ 20 14 ANILA CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMA ....................................................................................... 28 15 REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATE / DIPLOMA PACKAGE ................................................ 28 GRADUATION .............................................................................................................................................................................. 29 AWARDS/RECOGNITION .......................................................................................................................................................... 29 16 VOLUNTEER PROGRAM ................................................................................................................. 30 17 FUNDRAISING ................................................................................................................................... 30

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3 18 OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENT INVOLVEMENT .................................................................... 31 COMPUTER LAB ......................................................................................................................................................................... 32 PRACTICAL ROOM .................................................................................................................................................................... 32 20 THE SMART PLANNER .................................................................................................................... 33 SETTING YOUR GOALS ............................................................................................................................................................. 34 WRITING PERSONAL GOALS .................................................................................................................................................. 35 ACTION PLAN ............................................................................................................................................................................. 36 RECORD OF PERFORMANCE .................................................................................................................................................. 38 LIFE SKILLS TIPS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 39 21 RESOURCE GUIDE ........................................................................................................................... 41 ENGLISH LANGUAGE - THE PART OF SPEECH ................................................................................................................... 41 24 THE NURSE’S PLEDGE .................................................................................................................... 49 25 THE TEACHERS PRAYER ............................................................................................................... 49 27 THE NATIONAL PLEDGE ................................................................................................................ 51 28 NATIONAL HEROES ......................................................................................................................... 52 29 NATIONAL SYMBOLS ...................................................................................................................... 53 31 MAP OF THE CARIBBEAN .............................................................................................................. 55 32 CARICOM MEMBER STATES ......................................................................................................... 56 33 PRIME MINISTERS OF JAMAICA .................................................................................................. 58 34 USEFUL TELEPHONES NUMBERS ................................................................................................ 59

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4 1. ANILA MISSION, VISION, OBJECTIVES, CORE VALUES & BELIEFS MISSION STATEMENT The mission of ANI LEARNING ACADEMY is to provide a joyful learning environment that empowers students to reach their educational and personal potential while nurturing their confidence and self-esteem. VISION STATEMENT We are a visionary, customer-oriented institution that aims to provide education at its highest level. OBJECTIVES • To prepare students for a successful career in the working industry. • To assist students in developing professional values, attitudes, skills and strategies that will foster success in their lives and career. • To prepare students for professional roles and responsibilities by ensuring that they have the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary for their chosen profession. MOTTO: En Dios Confiamos – In God We Trust PHILOSOPHY: With God, all things are possible

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5 CORE VALUES We are committed to the long-term success of our students, our employees and our institution. Accountability: We acknowledges ownership and accountability of our actions and accepts responsibility for the consequences without exceptions or excuses. Nurturing: We value and nurture the strength of character it takes to work together as a team, to be an individual, to respect differences of opinions, and can empathize with others. Integrity: We will adhere to the highest moral and ethical standards. Honesty and sincerity serve as the foundation with each other in this institution Learning: With humility, we take the initiative to understand each other’s experiences and prospective and are committed to learning from each other in pursuit of multiplying our impact on society. Accomplishment: We want our students and community at large to feel a sense of accomplishment and to master their goals and achievement.

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6 ANILA BELIEFS 1. We believe all students can learn and achieve at higher levels when they are actively engaged, and instruction is differentiated. 2. We believe teachers must be equipped with proper tools to modify instruction to match students' individual needs. 3. We believe assessment must be varied, relevant, and correlated with standards that have been taught so that students are successful. 4. We believe decision-making must be done in the best interest of the persons we serve through collaboration with stakeholders. 5. We believe that fair and consistent policies must be developed for the organization to be effective. 6. We believe in the potential of each person. 7. We value teamwork because cooperative efforts produce superior results. 8. We recognize that individuals contribute more when given more authority and accountability at their disposal. 9. We show respect and concern for each other. 10. We Value diversity. 11. We maintain a safe, clean and enjoyable work environment that offers personal job satisfaction and professional growth.

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7 2 WELCOME Dear Students of ANI Learning Academy: ANI Learning Academy is designed to educate responsible citizens for our society. When you join the ANILA community, you are embarking on a wide range of courses that is meant to be transformative – academically, socially and personally. This Handbook is designed to orient you to ANI Learning Academy as you begin your journey. It contains information on the academic, social and personal development opportunities available to you and the many resources to help you find advice and make good choices. As you read this Handbook, I hope you will consider the numerous possibilities it suggests. The programs at ANI Learning Academy provide the best possible opportunity for you to stretch or take a chance, in you curricular and extra-curricular activities. Your time at ANI Learning Academy will be well spent if you venture beyond your comfort zones both inside and outside the classroom. Take time to reflect on who you are and who you are trying to become, participate in activities you have never tried and most of all, reach out and connect with people who are different from you. Life at ANI Learning Academy, as anywhere else, can be confusing and very overwhelming. Remember that there are many people available here to help you work through these moments. Think through your choices, both academic and otherwise; never be afraid to ask for help or assistance. We hope that you will read this Handbook carefully and use it to find the support you need. Thank you for your interest in ANI Learning Academy. We want you to be a part of this rich and varied community/family. I wish you a happy, healthy and a fruitful time. Thank You. CEO/President

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10 5 NOTICE TO STUDENTS This handbook contains reviews and procedures of ANI Learning Academy, in which students are expected to be familiar. Included in this handbook is information on several programs that have been created to bring enrichment to student’s life. ANI Learning Academy makes all decisions concerning applicants, faculty and staff, based on the individual’s qualifications to contribute to ANI educational objectives and institutional needs. Discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs or disability unrelated to job or course requirements is in consistent with the purpose of the law. Review of academic, financial, and other considerations leads to changes in policies or rules and regulations applicable to students. ANI Learning Academy reserves the right to make changes at any time. These changes may affect such matters as tuition and all other fees, courses and programs offered (including the modification or possible elimination of courses) and other academic requirements, academic policies, rules and regulations pertaining to student conduct and discipline. While every effort has been made to ensure that this book is accurate and up to date, it may include typographical or other errors. Changes are periodically made to this publication and will be incorporated in the new edition.

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11 6 WHO ARE WE? ANI Learning Academy is a Private Institution with its administrative office located at Shop 1c, 18 Molynes Road, Kingston 10 St. Andrew and has been in existence from January 2017. ANI LEARNING ACADEMY is a registered entity under the Companies and Business Names Act with registration number 351/2017, with the Ministry of Education and an Approved American Allied Health and American Medical Certification Association Testing Site. ANI Learning Academy was created with the following vision in mind. • To prepare students for a successful career in the working industry. • To assist students in developing professional values, attitudes, skills and strategies that will foster success in their lives and career. • To prepare students for professional roles and responsibilities by ensuring that they have the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary for their chosen profession. Why the need for the programmes offered by ANILA? • To work intensely with as many individuals and organization as possible in providing quality education through ANI Learning Academy Programme. • To reduce the humiliation affiliated with going back to a high school setting by children. • To provide an opportunity for students who have missed their first chance at high school education can complete this phase of their education.

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12 7 ADMISSION PROCEDURES Registration fee is non-refundable Applications forms are available at the front desk of the main administration building. ANILA accepts students between ages of 17-60+ years of age. Registration Procedure • Students are briefed on the relevant fees, policies, regulations and programs offered by the institution. Students are required to: • Fill out an application form providing the relevant information. They will be given a package containing uniform pattern, booklist, bank vouchers etc. • Take in one (1) passport size picture • Proof of age - (birth certificate) • T.R.N • Copies of qualification(s) if any NB: A student is not officially enrolled until all the following requirements have been met, failing to meet the admission requirements, can lead to withdraw an individual from the course: ADMISSION TERM • Term 1: September – December • Term 2: January – March • Term 3: April – June • Term 4: July – September

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13 8 FEES AND PAYMENTS Tuition fees for the courses prescribed by ANILA vary and are due and payable at the beginning of each term or month. Fees should be paid no later than two weeks into the new school term /month. All fees must be paid via payment vouchers at any Jamaica National Bank. Students can make payment plans at the Administrative office. Financial arrangements for tuition must be made with the school office. Registration fee for all external accreditation bodies must be paid 30 days after admitting in the programme. Handling Fees are applicable to all students and cover services of, ID card, Badges, Handbook and T-shirts. All examination fees must be paid on or before deadline dates. Absolutely no monies will be collected on the day of examination A fee is charged for graduation and graduation package. LATE PAYMENTS All students are encouraged to pay their assessment fees on time. Failure to meet the payment deadline will result in: An additional fee of $500.00 will be added to all late payments. NOTES Registration fee is non-refundable. Handling fees are non-refundable if students already obtain items. School fees must be paid in advance or upon the first week of the new term. Once you have started to receive teaching, school fees are non-refundable The cost of books and may vary from $900.00 to $15,000.00 Payment for books are non-refundable if students already obtained their books. If students are expelled from the institution, the books will be confiscated.

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14 Payments for all external accrediting examination bodies are non-refundable FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS Option 1 – One-time payment of course payable up front before admitting to class. Option 2 – 50% before admitting to class and 50% 30 days after. Option 3 – Termly payments. The cost per term will be ______________ per term per course. Option 4 – Monthly payments (speak to Administrative department) 9 ACADEMICS Cancellation of courses ANI Learning Academy reserves the right to cancel any course that is not financially viable. This will be done within one month of the start date for the course. COURSES OFFERED Customer Service Levels1&2 EKG Technician Early Childhood Education Levels 2 Dental Support Technician Nursing Assistant Certification Patient Care Technician Housekeeping Levels 1&2 Mental Health Technician (Psychiatric aide) Phlebotomy Technician Medical Assistant Technician Billing & Coding Specialist Electronic Health Record Certification Medical Administrative Assistant Certification Physical Therapy Technician

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15 10 BENEFITS OF ANILA PROGRAMME The ANILA envisions the following benefits of the programme: • Produces more intelligent members of society that will eventually increase workforce productivity. • Enhances individual’s performances and skills level • Produces more efficient members of society, persons who are taught to think critically and creatively as problem solvers • Provides individuals with the necessary knowledge to attain their respective goals, better job opportunities, access to universities and colleges etc. • Produces lifelong learners 11 RULES AND REGULATIONS Dear Students As you embarked on a new journey, you will spend the next six (6) weeks to Twelve (12) months at ANI Learning Academy. It is our hope that during the period of study, you will acquire knowledge and develop the skills required for the workforce. It is our belief that every individual can achieve high standards if they put their heart into it and stay positive and focus. The following are a few expectations of students. If you live up to these expectations, you can achieve higher standards at this institution. This handbook is geared to help students achieve high standard and 100% success.

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16 I, Student Name: _____________________________________ will 1. Attend school and classes on time and every day, (except in cases of approved absence or emergency). 2. Participate in classes and work diligently to achieve high standards. 3. Exhibit exemplary behavior and endeavor to be a model students and person in general. 4. Take responsibility for own learning by setting achievable goals and delight working to achieve the, by seizing the opportunities that teachers and the school provided. 5. Show respect, always, for self and all other - teachers, staff, fellow students, family and friends. GROOMING: 1. Students must be attired in correct school uniform and footwear at all times. 2. On the day of Practical, students must be attired in correct school uniform along with correct practical items. 3. Students are not allowed to wear excessive jewelry or make up. 4. If students are unable to wear their correct uniform, they will be allowed to attend school in their school t shirt and a simple pant- not too tight, a skirt, a dress or skirt suit. If blouse is worn, no sleeve-less. No shorts, flip-flops or merino allowed. 5. Nails must be properly groomed without polish, that is, nails should be short. 6. Students are not allowed to wear conspicuous colors of dyes in their hair or colored extensions/wigs.

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17 CONDUCT 1. Students must make every effort to be early and punctual for classes. Any student arriving after 15 minutes after school has begun MUST sign the late register. 2. Students must not engage in loud or disrespectful conversation in class, or on the road or in any public transportation in their uniform. 3. Students are not allowed outside class during class time except for bathroom and emergencies. 4. At no time, should orchestrated shouts be coming from the Classroom. 5. Students absent for more than three (3) days must present a doctor’s certificate before they will be accepted back in class. 6. Students MUST at all-time keep their language clean. Failing to do so will result in punishment by teacher. 7. Classroom must be kept clean and litter free by students. No eating or drinking in the class during sessions. 8. Students are expected to display the highest level of discipline in their conduct to each other and staff. 9. Any student, who speaks to any member of staff disrespectfully or in a loud tone of voice, will be dealt with accordingly. Students who will not conform or cooperate with the rules and regulations of the institution will be asked to discontinue the programme. GENERAL 1. Visitors are not allowed in the classroom. They must speak to the student outside the classroom with the teacher’s permission. 2. Cell phones and other communication devices should be silent. Calls can be accepted outside the classroom when acknowledged by tutor. Uses of cell phones are prohibited during examination. 3. School fees must be paid in advance or upon the first week of the new term. 4. Any complaint or disagreement must be addressed by the Director of the programme.

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18 5. Once you have started to receive teaching, school fees are non-refundable. 6. Students who bring weapons to school, if found out will be expelled immediately. 7. Students are required to pass all subjects taught in order to achieve a certificate or diploma. 8. Anything under those requirements they will be asked to repeat subjects failed or receive a status letter and a transcript. 9. If students do not perform up to standard within the first term, they will be required to repeat class. 10. It is compulsory that all students of ANI Learning Academy do the External exams to be certified and receive their school Certificate or Diploma. 11. Students who do not do the External exams at the scheduled time, an additional cost for late entry will be charge. 12. Students who fail the final exams or did not pass the number of subjects required to receive their Diploma or Certificate, will be asked to resist all subject they have failed at a cost prescribed by the institution. 13. ANI Learning Academy does not do job placement DRESS CODE All students should acquire their uniforms within two weeks of admission; Proper uniform must always be worn, if this is not possible a written letter must be made available to the principal or the Nursing Administrator. All students doing other short courses must wear the school T-shirt with logo and a suitable jean skirt or pants for ladies and Jean pants for men. ID CARDS AND BADGES All ID cards and Badges are done during the first three weeks of each school terms. Students are to wear ID cards always face up and Badges on school premises while school is in session.

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19 WORSHIP General devotion is conducted every Monday at 8:45 am sharp and regular devotion daily. ANILA encourages every student to pray and put the Almighty God first, in whatever they do. DISCIPLINARY MATTERS The following offences are classified for suspension: • Dishonesty • Malicious destruction of school property, this carries a fine. • Repeated absenteeism and unpunctuality • Any act resulting in a conviction in court of law which discredits the school reputation • Negligence or misconduct • Foul or abusive language • Rude and insolent behavior to Management, teachers, any member of staff or to any student in a leadership position. The following offences are classified for Immediate Dismissal: • Possession of or the use of illegal or dangerous drugs or weapons on school premises • Fighting on school premises • Larceny of goods, which are property of the school, teachers and fellow students. • Falsification of personal or school records The board of management is responsible for the discipline of students. Disciplinary action is guided by the Education Act.

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20 12 POLICIES REFUND POLICY 1. Students are entitled to a refund of school fees, if course has not started. 2. Registration fees are non-refundable, as displayed on the form. 3. Payments for External Exams fees are non-refundable. 4. There is NO REFUND of fees once students have started class or if students have been suspended or expelled or suspected or known to be of a malicious intent. Procedure: Students must submit their bank statement/receipt showing proof of payment a written application to the school’s Administrator for processing and fill out a refund policy form. For courses in collaboration with external partners, there will be no refund. There is a waiting period of Twenty-one (21) days before cheques are issued. 100% of fees are refunded. DISCIPLINARY POLICY This policy is designed to ensure that students do not violate or breach the school rules which were issued at the beginning of the programme or to breach any contract that they had signed to. The School reserves the right to take disciplinary action whenever the student acts contrary to the School’s regulations or policies set out by the Education Act. SANCTIONS TO BE APPLIED FOR MISCONDUCT Oral warning Letter of reprimand Restitution Suspension Dismissal

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21 MISCONDUCT WHICH WARRANT SUSPENSION/DISMISSAL Dishonesty including but not limited to stealing, lying, misrepresentation, non-disclosure of material information, plagiarism or cheating Falsification of records Fighting Issuing a threat Using indecent and/or abusive language The Disciplinary committee: • Chief Executive Officer • Chairman • Instructor • Student Procedure 1. The student file is pulled 2. The student is called to the Disciplinary committee 3. Disciplinary action is taken by the committee guided by the ministry of Education Act 4. The student must sign a form, which is placed on the student file. Action by Disciplinary Committee The Disciplinary Committee may: Refer to the Director with instruction to: • Dismiss the case • Issue own warning letter to the student with instructions • Take such other action as it deems necessary not prejudicial to the student • Refer to law enforcement if indicated.

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22 PRIVACY POLICY All records of each student are kept in a secured fireproof filing cabinet inside the administrative office. These files are only accessible by administrative staff. Procedure for accessing files 1. Student is entitled to see their personal files, covering documentation of working experience, test grades also, their history. 2. If students need to access record for query, they are required to fill out a form, stating the nature of their request. 3. This form is available at the administrative office. 4. The file will be made available to the client who is required to sign the declaration affixed to the form, stating that they have viewed the file. PREPARING TRANSCRIPTS & LETTERS Policy for the provision of transcript to students Students requesting school transcripts or letters whether local or overseas must fill out a form, providing the relevant information and is also expected to pay a cost for the processing and delivery for these transcripts and is expected to wait a minimum of five working days before it is made available. Procedure 1. A document processing application form is made available upon request of student. 2. Payments are made before processing begins. 3. Express transcripts and letters attract an additional cost.

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23 FINAL EXAM APPEAL POLICY Appeals policy – Internal Assessment and examinations ANILA Learning Academy ensures that procedures are in place for students to appeal assessment decision, if students are not satisfied with assessment decision or examination grades. The students are given the privilege to file an appeal to review the decisions or their examination grades. The appeal will be chaired by the appeal committee comprising of: 1. Members of the School Board 2. General Tutor 3. Student Procedure: Students should file an appeal to principal using the prescribed form which will be made available to students upon request. 1. Appeals should be filed within 24 hours of the date of assessment or examination results. 2. The committee will schedule a meeting within five days of receiving the appeal to review the evidence considered in making the assessment decision. 3. The committee will recommend one of the following decisions: a. Uphold the assessment decision b. Recommended re-assessment c. Recommended the re-marking of the examination paper. 4. The Assessment Manager/President will validate the decision made by the committee and examine the evidence provided to ensure accuracy and transparency in the decision-making process and the recommendations given by the committee. 5. The Assessment Manager/President is at liberty to revoke the decision of the committee as he sees fit. 6. The decision of the committee will be communicated to the principal. 7. The principal will relate the information of the student. 8. The decision validated by the Assessment Manager/President is final.

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24 GRIEVANCE POLICY Students who believe that they have a justified complaint are given the opportunity to let their voices be heard in a professional manner and by going through the proper channels provided: Channels include: School Board or Director if necessary Student Tutor Accrediting Institution (AMCA / AAH/ NCTVET) Procedure The class monitor submits a complaint to the Administrator in writing. A briefing is held with the parties involved in the dispute, other representative from the class and the disciplinary committee. When the matter has been thoroughly discussed, a decision will be made by the disciplinary committee and a verdict handed down. If persons involved in the dispute are not satisfied with the decision, they are required to fill out an appeal form which is then passed on to the School Board and the director. A review of the minutes and evidence provided will be thoroughly examined and the final decision made. Requirements by Affiliated Accrediting Bodies: External Accreditation If the matters involve an external accredited course; the student will now can enquire and appeal an examination result. You must first raise the matter with ANI Learning Academy and if no satisfactory conclusion is reached, you can then contact the accrediting body via their formal complaints/appeals procedures. For further information, please speak to the ANILA’s Administrative Office.

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25 Confidentiality: We will endeavor to keep treat your complaints in a confidential manner. If the matter has the potential to be aired to a wider audience, we will discuss this with the student making the appeal; the student will then have to decide whether or not to take the matter further or terminate. POLICY ON ACCESS TO STUDENTS RECORDS All students have the right to view their personal files, but policies and guidelines must be followed for access to be granted. Procedure for accessing files: 1. Record Request form are available from the Administrative Office. 2. If students wish to query or get information from their records, they will be required to fill out an internal assessment appeal form/request form, stating the nature of their query. 3. Student will submit the form to the Administrative Office to be examined by the Chief Records Officer. 4. The file will be made available to the student, who will then sign the declaration affixed to the form, stating that they have viewed and returned the file. ACCESS TO ASSESSMENT POLICY ANI LEARNING ACADEMY seeks to provide equal access to assessment for all candidates, ensuring that there are no unnecessary barriers to assessment and that any reasonable adjustments for candidates preserve the validity, reliability and integrity of the qualification. The Race Relations Act, the Sex Discrimination Act, the Human Rights Act. The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA), 1995, defines disability as a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on a person’s ability to perform normal day-to-day activities. The following individuals will be considered for reasonable adjustments:

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26 • Candidates who may require reasonable adjustments. • Candidates who have: 1. A permanent physical impairment, e.g. cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis 2. Behavioral, emotional, social needs, e.g. chronic depression, autism 3. A sensory impairment, e.g. visual or hard of hearing 4. Specific learning difficulties, e.g. dyslexia This list is not exhaustive, and it should be noted that some candidates may be covered by more than one of the categories listed above. Although these matters are not covered directly by the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA), we also wish to accommodate candidates: • Who have a temporary illness or injury. Reasonable adjustments include: • Allocation of additional time • Support of a reader • Support of a personal assistant • Use of assistive technology • Rest breaks • Change in the assessment room • Use of appropriate assessment locations • Use of a bilingual dictionary • Resists (in the case of temporary illness /injury) 13 ASSESSMENT Various formative assessments are used to guide the performance and progress of students. Assessments are done on a continuous basis throughout the school year. This may take the form of class work, assignments, projects, tests and examinations.

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27 GRADING SYSTEM: EXAMINATION Registration for a course constitutes registration for the examinations in that course. Students will be examined during, and/or at the end of each semester and the summer sessions in the course(s) for which they are registered. A course may be examined by one or more of the following methods: • Written examinations – with essay and/or objective type questions • Oral examinations • Practical examinations • Coursework (which shall include written in-course tests, practical work, essays, projects, studies and other forms of coursework exercises as approved by ANILA, as the case may be) • In-course examinations may constitute up to 50% of the marks for the final grade. They are conducted similarly to end-of-semester examinations and are to be similarly observed • All coursework assignments must be submitted on the stipulated date. Any request to do otherwise must be submitted in writing with appropriate justification, at least 48 hours before the due date, addressed to the principal or the course tutor. The Principal will consider the request and decide. Any requests less than 48 hours of the due date of an examination will be considered only in circumstances of accident, illness, hospitalization, death of spouse, child, parents or guardians. GRADE KEY CONDUCT 90-100 A+ Distinction 80-89 B Honor 70-79 C Pass 60-69 F Fail I-Incomplete **Repeat *Resit

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28 Candidates will be asked to withdraw from the Faculty if he/she has failed a course on the third attempt. 14 ANILA CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMA The ANI Learning Academy Certificates and Diplomas are offered via a basic Six (6) weeks to Twelve (12) months courses, developed to provide access to students in Jamaica. This Certificate / Diploma are awarded under the seal of ANILA and are accredited by the Ministry of Education and are signed by the requisite personnel. It is particularly targeted at mature adults or adolescents who want to fulfil their professions or career goals (no matter how late in life) or merely to sharpen their academic skills for personal development. Students are encouraged to complete all required units in the course work and related academic field prescribed by the school in order to receive the Certificates or Diploma. There will be: • End of module tests to evaluate students’ progress • On-going mentoring of participants to achieve their highest potential • Good literacy sessions with focus on concepts and starting from what the individual already knows • Grouping of the participants according to their level of learning and use alternative methods for imparting literacy. 15 REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATE / DIPLOMA PACKAGE In order to obtain the School Certificate or Diploma Package students must complete and pass all units in the course-work and academic field prescribed by the school. Anything under these requirements, students will receive a status letter and transcript. Failure to meet these requirements in order to obtain the Certificate or Diploma Package, students will have to re-sit the examinations failed. Diploma package and School Leaving Certificates are prepared four-six (4-6) weeks after graduation. A fee is charged for the package.

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29 GRADUATION ANI Learning Academy will host its graduation ceremony once per year in December; it is an opportunity for each student to be recognized for their achievements and to celebrate the completion of his/her school years. Students wishing to graduate must first satisfy the following criteria: • 90% of all class attendance • Clear all outstanding fees • Have successfully completed and pass all courses in their programme of study • Complete all work experience where applicable • A fee is charged for graduation AWARDS/RECOGNITION • ANILA Character Award - this award is presented to a student who displays the most Christ-like qualities in and out of school. One student from each course will receive this award. • ANILA Wow Award - when students demonstrate outstanding behavior, academic progress or make great improvement in the area of behavior or academics. The student will receive an award for recognition from the principal and have their picture placed on the ANILA Wow Board. • Citizenship Award - this award is presented to a student who has been extremely cooperative in class and school, and outstanding in helping others in their communities. One male and female from each course will receive this award. • Attendance Award - this award is presented to anyone who has maintained perfect attendance for the semester or throughout the entire year. This means no absences or tardiness in the record book. • Achievement Award - this award is presented to students who has excelled academically with an average of 80% or above in any respective units. • Other - teachers are permitted and encouraged to present additional awards throughout the year.

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30 16 VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS • Student’s involvement is an essential part of your education at ANI Learning Academy. • In order to help build communities and to help keep down the overall cost of operating the school, the Board and staff encourage participation in all school activities. You are vital to the success of our school! • Please prayerfully consider where God would have you serve. Since we are not always aware of the gifts and talents we have, below you will find a suggested list of opportunities. In addition, we will notify you of opportunities throughout the year through the weekly announcements. • Please sign in at the office when you arrive at school as to how you can volunteer. Thank you so much for your willingness to serve ANILA through your time and talent! VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Special Activities • Career day • Community week • Family day • Health fair 17 FUNDRAISING Each year ANILA will have two major fund-raisers. The fundraisers currently consist of an annual Concert and barbeque. Community participation will help keep our tuition to a minimum. • Concert • Barbeque

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31 18 OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENT INVOLVEMENT Statistics show that overall student success in school is closely related to the student’s involvement in school activities. The administration and teachers, using recommendations from students and their peers, will offer various extra activities during each school year. Each student is encouraged to participate in at least one activity. Listed below are some suggestions. Service Classes may sponsor a needy family or make collections for local food banks. Students will be encouraged to look for ways to help others. Music Choir programs might be presented at nursing homes, caroling for shut-ins or present special music for churches. Drama Students could present a school play utilizing a broad range of talents for drama, music, artistic backdrops, lighting, sound, and direction. Students could do mini-drama presentations organized by teachers. Athletics The school will have a sports day, netball or football competition to generate social intervention between their peers. Field Trips During the school year, teachers may schedule educational or service/ministry-based field trips. Trips will be announced in writing in advance by the teacher or school office. A permission slip must be signed and returned to the school for the student to attend the field trip. The permission form will provide details of the trip destination, times, transportation, and cost.

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32 Lost and Found Items that are lost or found can be turned in or looked for at the office. Students are reminded to check the lost and found for any missing items. Students should report all lost items to the office immediately. COMPUTER LAB ANI Learning Academy has a fully equipped computer lab with internet service available to all students. Students are allowed access to the school’s computer lab between the hours of: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm during school days. Services Offered: 1. Internet 2. Photocopying 3. Printing 4. Scanning Procedure for using the Computer Lab: 1. Students can carry out research pertaining to their schoolwork in the computer lab during school hours. 2. Printing, photocopying and scanning are done in the office which attracts a fee. PRACTICAL ROOM Our practical room is designed to satisfy the needs of all students enrolled in the programme. Students are advised that proper gears are to be worn and the room must always be kept clean and quiet during and after practical sessions. Students must be in correct uniform for practical sessions. 19 EMERGENCY DRILLS Fire - In case of fire, it is imperative that the building be emptied quickly and calmly. Fire drills will be held periodically during the school year to practice clearing the school quickly, and teachers will instruct students on proper procedures during a fire. The assembly point is at the front of the building.

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33 Earthquake - When an earthquake warning is given, the classroom teacher will lead students to a designated area within the building. Teacher will be well versed regarding proper emergency procedures and will dismiss students from the designated area only when an all clear signal is given. Earthquake warning drills will be conducted periodically. Lockdown - May be implemented in situations involving intruders. Hurricane – During a hurricane warning, students are advised to listen to all bulletins from the ODPEM and take all the necessary precautions where necessary. 20 THE SMART PLANNER Dear Student, Welcome to a new School Year. This smart planner is designed to help you plan your activities at home, school and in your community so that you can succeed at school and in life. Use it well and climb the ladder of success. WHY A SMART PLANNER? The SMART PLANNER: • Is a valuable resource to help you organize your schoolwork and other activities. • Provides tips on managing your time. • Provide a brief study guide • Includes tips for test and examination success. • Contains need-to-know information on English Language and Social Studies. • Has the outline for an Action Plan for each term of the school year

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34 and Guidelines on how to prepare an Action Plan • Includes a Career Preparation Guide and much more! "If I Plan to Learn, I Must Learn to Plan" A goal without a plan is a dream- Anon The owner of this smart planner Name: ___________________________________will succeed SETTING YOUR GOALS “Winners do not set limits, they set goals!" Goals – A goal is a desired result. Types of goals Short-term - A short term goal is something you can achieve in 12 months or less. Long-term -Along term goal is something you want to do further in the future Whatever goals you have, whether, it is short-term or long-term, you have to set a plan in order to achieve them. Setting Goals and planning to achieve them is the key to success in school, at home, at work or in your personal life. Both Short term and Long-term Goals must be SMART. Specific: State the target you hope to achieve. I will successfully complete my course Measurable: Goals must be measurable so you can monitor your progress along the way. E.g. I will improve my grade each time by 10% each term Achievable: Be realistic and set goals that are attainable. Achievable: I will complete my course in a year Not achievable: I will do three courses at once Realistic: The goals you set should help you to grow personally and

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37 The examples below will not all applied in any one week. These are just a range of example Goals: To improve grade in my area of studies by the end of the first term Actions • Listen well in class. • Ask question if something is not clear. • Keep notes organized. • Ask the teacher what the next class is about and, as much as possible, prepare ahead. • Spend at least half an hour reviewing what you did each day in class. • Apply what you learnt (as often as possible). E.g. Practice to speak in Standard English at least four hours per day. • Do all homework, projects and tasks assigned. • List question you will ask at the next session. • Do home studies (choose a topic and explore it). • Establish a study group. • Seek help when needed ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS It is advisable that you do not set more than seven goals for each term. One or two of the goals may relate to your volunteer service. Three of the remaining goals will relate to schools and two will relates to your own personal life. It is important that you: • List your goals in order of priority (most important first) • Review goals needed

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38 • Go to it! Keep at it! • Reward yourself when you reach a goal • Record progress The next few pages are designed for you to record your goals for each term. When you write your goals, please remember that each goal must be SMART. Obstacles are those things you see when you take your eyes off your goal. - Henry Ford. RECORD OF PERFORMANCE It is important that you track your success. Use the record of performance chart to keep check of your progress. TERM 1 SUBJECTS Dates Assignment, Projects, Test Mark/Grade TERM 2 SUBJECTS Dates Assignment, Projects, Test Mark/Grade TERM 3 SUBJECTS Dates Assignment, Projects, Test Mark/ Grade

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39 TERM 4 SUBJECTS Dates Assignment, Projects, Test Mark/ Grade LIFE SKILLS TIPS The following are a few Life Skills Tips. Use the well and succeed in your studies: A. Decision-making Decision making is a thought process that a person undergoes to select a logical choice from option that are available. For individual to make a good decision, he/she must weigh the positives and the negatives of each available option and carefully considers all the alternatives. The individual should forecast the outcome of each option and then determine which option is the best for the situation. B. Four (4) Tips for Living a Well-balanced Life 1. Eat well, Rest well If you are unhealthy, you cannot accomplish anything. Eat properly (avoid junk food), exercise and get plenty rest. Avoid substance abuse.

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40 2. Maintain a Positive Mental Attitude Each day begin with the intention of making the best of the day. Learn how to deal with unforeseen events, uncertainty and adversity. Practice not letting things gets to you. Don't worry about the futu4e but prepare for it. 3. Create an Efficient Mindset Plan ahead and be organized. At the beginning of each term, month and week, assess what needs to be done. 4. Know what your priorities are You cannot do everything. Examine your values and decide the things that are important. Not knowing what you want and trying to do everything at once can be a recipe for disaster. Try not to "bite off more than you can chew". C. Respecting yourself and others includes having high regards, thoughtfulness and consideration for yourself and others. It also means displaying, politeness, courtesy and civility for persons we interact with daily. When an individual has respect for himself/herself and others it means he/she will avoid being in activities such as: fighting, brawls stealing, lying, and other acts of dishonesty, wearing revealing cloths and using and selling drugs. D. Teamwork Teamwork involves working co-operatively with others to achieve shared goals, objectives and outcomes. Respect for each member of the team must be displayed. For teamwork to be successful, each team member must model the desired behavior as this will foster harmonious objectives. Acronym of “TEAM” T - Together E - Each A - Achieves M – More

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41 21 RESOURCE GUIDES ENGLISH LANGUAGE - THE PART OF SPEECH How to Tell the Parts of Speech? To tell the "Part of Speech" to which a word belongs, ask yourself, “What role does the word play in helping to make the sentence? 1. NOUN If a word gives a name to a person, place, things, or idea that word is a Noun. Example: David saw the ball on the playfield. In the above example: • David is the name of a person. • Ball is the name of a thing • Playfield is the name of place where the ball was So, David, ball and playfield are Nouns. “Noun" and “name” mean the same thing. 2. PRONOUN If a word refers to some person thing or person, without giving a name to the person, place or thing, the word is a pronoun. Example: “He went to the fair without me.” In the sentence above: - he refers to the person spoken about, but his name is not giving. Me refers to the person speaking without naming the speaker so these words ''he'' and ‘‘me’’ are pronouns.

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42 3. ADJECTIVE A word, which gives details about a noun or pronoun, is an adjective. Examples. • The green flag. • The soft ball. • Its fluffy tail. (It is used in place of "The cats") The word “green” tells us the color of the flag. The word “soft” tells us that the ball lacks firmed or hardness. The word “fluffy” gives details about the pronoun “Its.” 4. VERB If a word makes a statement, expresses a command or asks a question about a person or thing, the word is a verb. Examples • The dog barks. • Get on your marks! • Has the plane landed? In the first sentence "barks," tell us what the dog is doing. In the second sentence "get" expresses a command. In the third sentence "Has landed" asked a question about the plane. These words are, therefore, verbs. 5. PREPOSITION A word that shows some relation between two persons or things is a Preposition. Examples: • The dog jumped over the fence. • He parked behind the van The word preposition means "placed before." In the above sentence the word "over" and "behind" is preposition.

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43 6. CONJUNCTION A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases or clauses. These are three common types of conjunction. Coordinating conjunction join words or word groups that do the same work in a sentence. They include and, but, or yet. Example: “I ate mango, plum and cherry” (i) Subordinating conjunction joins two clauses; the main one and the subordinating (dependent) one. Conjunctions used with a dependent clause are: Although, since, because, as, so, unless, while among others, which places a condition in the sentence. Example: I can't see you tonight because I must study. (ii) Correlative Conjunctions are used in pairs. They include neither/nor, either/or, both/and, but, also, not, only Example: Neither John nor his sister is here. 7. ADVERB An adverb is a word used to describe (when, where, how often, in what manner, how) about a verb. It also qualifies adjectives and other adverbs and mainly ends with "ly.” Examples: • The children played noisily • She screamed loudly • The view from the balcony is quite beautiful • The concert was held yesterday 8. INTERJECTION An Interjection is a word that is used to express strong emotion. It is also used as an exclamation and is often followed by an exclamation mark (!). Example:

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44 • WOW! What a beautiful dress. • OH! You are the person I read about. IMPORTANT NOTES The part of speech of a word is best known by how it is used in a sentence. The same word may do one kind of work in one sentence and a different kind of work in another. Let's examine the following examples: (a) The man works on the farm. (b) The sailor’s man the boat. In the first sentence "man" is a noun because it gives a name to a living being. In the second sentence "man" is a verb because it tells us what the sailors are doing. PUNCTUATION Use a period at the end of a declarative sentence. Example: We went to see the Tulip Festival in Lynden. Also use a period at the end of an imperative sentence that does not express sharing emotion. Example: Open the door. Use a question mark after an interrogative sentence. Example: Where will we go for our field trip? Use an exclamation mark after a sentence that expresses surprise or strong emotion. Example: Rodney look! Use a comma to separate word and phrases in a series. Example: Al Smith has goats, some cows, and a pair of rabbits.

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45 Use a semicolon when a conjunction is omitted; it indicates a greater degree of separation than a comma. Example: The trail was steep and rocky; the wind was savage. Use a colon to start a list or to formally introduce a statement. Example: She met three friends: Pam, Bev, and Joe. Use double quotation marks around a direct quotation. Example: He said, “I am very happy” Use an apostrophe in a contraction, as in it’s (for it is), or to show possession, as in Dirk’s dog. SPELLING RULES USE i before e except after c or when sounded as a as in neighbor and weigh. When a word ends in more than one consonant, do not double the final consonant. Example: Frown frowned frowning Help helped helping When a word ends in soft ce or ge, keep the e before able and ous Example: Peace peaceable Courage courageous When a verb ends in ie, change the ie to y before adding ing. Example: tie tying (tied) MATHEMATICS 3 - Numerator 5 – Denominator

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46 To add or subtract different fractions, first find the lowest common denominator: 1 + 2 = 5 + 6 = 11 3 5 15 15 15 To multiply 1/3*2/5=1/3*2/5=2/15 To divide, multiply the first fraction with the reciprocal of the second. 2/3÷3/6=2/3*6/1=4 Decimals and Percent To write a decimal for a percent, move the decimal point two places to the left. Omit the percentage sign. 15% = .15 = 0.15 22.6% = .226 = 0.226 To write a percent for a decimal, move the decimal point two places to the right. Add the percentage sign. 0.15 =.15 = 15% 0.226 = .226 = 22.6% Fraction Decimal Percent 1/16 0.0625 6.25% 1/8 0.125 12.5% 3/16 0.1875 18.75% ¼ 0.25 25.0% 5/16 0.3125 31.25% 1/3 0.3333 33.33% 3/8 0.375 37.5% ½ 0.5 50.0% 9/16 0.5625 56.25% 5/8 0.625 62.5% 2/3 0.6666 66.66%

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47 ¾ 0.75 75.0% 13/16 0.8125 81.25% 7/8 0.875 87.5% 1 1.0 100.0% Temperature To convert Fahrenheit (F˚) to Celsius (C˚): Subtract32, multiply by 5, and then divide by 9 ˚C = (˚F-32) ÷ 1.8. To convert Celsius (C˚) to Fahrenheit (F˚): Multiply by 9, divide by 5, and then add 32 ˚F = (˚C * 1.8) + 32 22 LITERARY TERMS Alliteration: The repetition of consonants or consonant clusters at the beginning of words. Antonym: A word opposite in meaning to another. Assonance: The repetition of vowel sound in nearby words. Cliché: An expression, idea, or element of an artistic work which has become overused to the point of losing its original meaning. Conflict: A serious disagreement or argument. Fable: A succinct fictional story, in prose or verse that features animal. Fiction: This describes people, places, events and /or a complete narrative work. Hyperbole: An extreme exaggeration used to make a point. Irony: The use of words to convey a meaning that is opposite of its literal meaning.

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48 Imagery: A visually descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work. Metaphor: The comparison of one thing to another without the use of like or as. Onomatopoeia: The formation of a word, as cuckoo, meow by imitation of a sound made by or associated with its referent. Oxymoron: This is the use of unlike terms. E.g. bitter-sweet. Paradox: A statement that apparently contradicts itself and yet might be true. Personification: A figure of speech when human qualities are given to animal, objectives or ideas. Pun: A joke exploiting the different possible meaning of a word or the fact that there are words which sounds alike but have different meanings. Rhetorical Question: This is a question that you ask without getting an answer. Simile: A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another. Sarcasm: The use or irony to mock or convey contempt. Synonym: A word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same or another word or phrase in the same language. Stanza: A group of lines forming the basic recurring metrical unit in a poem.

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49 23 ANILA SCHOOL PLEDGE I pledge to be a person of good character, I will be trustworthy at all times, I will be respectful and responsible in everything I do, I will always act with fairness, I will always show that I care, I will be a good citizen and will always do my share. 24 THE NURSE’S PLEDGE I acknowledge that the special training I have received, has prepared me as a responsible member of the community. I promise to care for the sick with all the skills I possess, no matter what is their race, creed, color, political or social status, sparing no efforts to conserve life, alleviate pain and promote health. I promise to respect at all times the dignity of the patients in my charge. I promise to hold in confidence all personal information entrusted in me. I promise to keep my knowledge and skill at a professional level, and to give the highest standard of nursing care to my patients. I promise to carry out intelligently and loyally, medical instructions given to me. I promise that my personal life shall at all times bring credit to my profession. I promise to share in the responsibility of other profession and citizen for promoting health locally, nationally and internationally. 25 THE TEACHERS PRAYER Lord Jesus, when you lived worked and talked amongst men in Palestine, they called you teacher. Help me to remember the greatness of the work which I have chosen to do. Help me always to remember that I work with the most precious of your creatures, the little child, whose mind and heart and soul are molded by

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50 each and every person and experience, help me to be thoughtful and gentle. Give me patience with those who are slow to learn. When I have to exercise discipline, help me to do so in love. Help me always to encourage, help me to help all boys and to grow in understanding and to think for themselves. And amidst all the demands, irritations and frustration of my work help me to see the beauty and the joy of the little ones, help me to remember that the future of Jamaica is in my hands This task for your loves sake. Amen. 26 THE JAMAICAN NATIONAL ANTHEM Eternal Father bless our land, Guard us with Thy Mighty Hand, Keep us free from evil powers, Be our light through countless hours. To our Leaders, Great Defender, Grant true wisdom from above. Justice, Truth be ours forever, Jamaica, Land we love. Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica land we love. Teach us true respect for all, Stir response to duty’s call, Strengthen us the weak to cherish, Give us vision lest we perish. Knowledge send us Heavenly Father, Grant true wisdom from above. Justice, Truth be ours forever, Jamaica, land we love.

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57 CARICOM is a regional integration movement, the ultimate goal of which is the improvement of the standard of living of the five million people of the community. Caricom was established in 1973 by the treaty of Chaguaramas, which derives its name from the place at which it was signed in Trinidad and Tobago. Objectives: The three objectives of the community are: • Economic cooperation through the Caribbean Common Market • Coordination of foreign policy • Functional cooperation in areas such as health, education and culture, youth and sports, science and technology, and tax administration. Membership: Membership of the Community is open to any State in the Caribbean Region, providing that it is willing to exercise the rights and assume the obligations of membership as outlined in the Treaty. At Present the community embraces thirteen of these states, all of which are independent except for Montserrat.

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