Two educational pioneers have passed away recently. Sister Mary, Raphael Narcisi (Sisters of the Sorrowful Mothers), founder and first Principal of the St. Rose Modern Secondary School in Gouyave entered into rest on the 24th October 2010 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA.
Her dream of a sound, Christian education for children led her to establish in the old boucan building in Gouyave, the second Secondary School in the parish in September 1966. There were just sixty students and four teachers.
Her contribution to education will always be remembered by all who came in contact with and who were influenced by her. Today, the St. Rose Modern Secondary school and all its students, both past and present stand as testimony to her great legacy.
On Saturday 12th November, Sister Joy Schaper passed away in her hometown of Ochelata, Oklahoma, USA. Sister Schaper and her husband Melville founded the St. John's Christian Secondary School in Brothers, St. John in September 1965. It provided a second chance and in many cases the only chance for many, especially the poor who could not have afforded to pay school fees. Students were also accepted regardless of their age, financial status or religious background and that made the St. John's Christian Secondary School stand out—– a cut above the rest.
During the early years setting up the School was difficult but the Schapers persevered.
Sister Schaper will always be remembered for her easy going nature, willingness to help and good advice for all. This soft spoken lady went along doing her work without any fanfare.
Both ladies even though they were not born in Grenada, gave this land yeoman service and their contributions must be acknowledged.
May their families find peace and comfort, knowing that they are in the Lord's care.
May their souls rest in peace.
Story by Arthur G Hosten
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