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Two Schools Become One in Jamaica | Jamaica News

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Two Jamaican schools, Hydel and Cumberland High, have officially merged into one powerhouse institution: Hydel Cumberland High. With a new motto blending both schools’ legacies and a $70 million investment in infrastructure—from electrical upgrades to sports facilities—the ministry is betting big on this transformation. The principal, Carlon Pitt, embraces the merger as a chance to fuse Cumberland’s vocational strength with Hydel’s academic and athletic excellence. While change stirs emotions, the leadership team is ready to guide students and staff through the transition—with the minister even approving more students as their first request. This isn’t just a school merger—it’s a bold step toward excellence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a88c20f02858b8b2

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