Children’s road parade - a showcase of splendor and Guyanese traditions
Georgetown, GINA, February 18, 2012
Source - GINA
Education Minister, Priya Manickchand leading the parade
The curtain on the Education Ministry’s children’s mash competition came down today, but not before a spectacular show was staged by children of all age groups from the 11 education districts.
This annual parade attracts thousands of children and adults who congregate along the parade route and head into the National Park where each group is judged. There were about 40 floats participating in the parade.
Each presentation was noteworthy with some depicting improvements in the education system, Guyanese myths and folklore, national symbols, kings and queens and masquerade.
The Ministers of Education and Culture, Youth and Sport, Priya Manickchand and Dr. Frank Anthony were present at the National Park to witness the event. Minister Manickchand led off the parade which commenced at Parade Ground, Middle Street.
The parade gives the children the opportunity to participate in a national activity much like the one held on February 23 This plays an integral role in their development while ensuring local activities are appreciated and sustained over time.
During the last week other competitions including the dance and masquerade, dramatic poetry and calypso, and a choral presentation were concluded.
A golden flower created by Chateau Margot Primary school
‘VAT on de attack’ by St. Stephen’s Primary school
On-lookers gathered along Camp Street to view the parade
Winfer Gardens revellers
A float depicting Guyana’s National Bird, the Canje Pheasant
Queen of the White Rain
Spectators gathered at the National Park
Georgetown, GINA, February 18, 2012
Source - GINA
Education Minister, Priya Manickchand leading the parade
The curtain on the Education Ministry’s children’s mash competition came down today, but not before a spectacular show was staged by children of all age groups from the 11 education districts.This annual parade attracts thousands of children and adults who congregate along the parade route and head into the National Park where each group is judged. There were about 40 floats participating in the parade.
Each presentation was noteworthy with some depicting improvements in the education system, Guyanese myths and folklore, national symbols, kings and queens and masquerade.
The Ministers of Education and Culture, Youth and Sport, Priya Manickchand and Dr. Frank Anthony were present at the National Park to witness the event. Minister Manickchand led off the parade which commenced at Parade Ground, Middle Street.
The parade gives the children the opportunity to participate in a national activity much like the one held on February 23 This plays an integral role in their development while ensuring local activities are appreciated and sustained over time.
During the last week other competitions including the dance and masquerade, dramatic poetry and calypso, and a choral presentation were concluded.
A golden flower created by Chateau Margot Primary school
‘VAT on de attack’ by St. Stephen’s Primary school
On-lookers gathered along Camp Street to view the parade
Winfer Gardens revellers
A float depicting Guyana’s National Bird, the Canje Pheasant
Queen of the White Rain
Spectators gathered at the National Park
