Three Students Earn Nurses Association CPEA Scholarships 

By S.Browne. Updated 3:40 p.m., Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

Three students who achieved outstanding results in the 2026 Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment (CPEA) have been awarded scholarships by the Nurses Association of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

The recipients, Emma John, Ashana Muhammad, and Carlina Williams, were recognised during the Association’s annual CPEA Scholarship Award Ceremony held on Wednesday, July 29, at the Division of Nursing Education in Largo Heights.

Held under the theme “Celebrating Excellence; Investing in the Future,” the ceremony saw a total of 11 students recognised for their academic achievements. In addition to the three scholarships awarded, eight students received bursaries to assist with their transition to secondary school.

The bursary recipients are Brianne Maloney, Katalina Whyte, Catalina Hamilton, Tearra Scott, Shekinah Mars, J’Quan Richardson, Jacory Ferdinand, and Micah Alexander.

Seanna Stanley was also recognised as the recipient of the Most Outstanding Award.

President of the Nurses Association, Sr. Melissa Stowe, said the initiative extends beyond financial assistance, emphasising the importance of parental involvement and the role families play in supporting students as they enter a new stage of their education.

She assured parents and students of the Association’s continued support throughout their academic journey.

Chairperson of the Education and Research Committee, Dr. Roxanne Stowe-Maloney, commended the awardees for their hard work, perseverance, and academic excellence, encouraging them to continue striving for success.

Scholarship recipient Emma John expressed gratitude for the recognition, saying the award would assist her as she begins secondary school.

“I am truly honoured to have received the scholarship, which would assist me in embarking on my new journey into secondary school,” John said.

She thanked the Nurses Association, her family, and teachers for their encouragement and support, adding that the scholarship has inspired her to continue working hard.

The Nurses Association said the awards reflect its commitment to supporting education and investing in the development of young Vincentians.