Times of the Islands Winter 2016/17
Presents the "soul of the Turks & Caicos Islands" with in-depth features about local people, culture, history, environment, businesses, resorts, restaurants and activities.
Presents the "soul of the Turks & Caicos Islands" with in-depth features about local people, culture, history, environment, businesses, resorts, restaurants and activities.
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life and times<br />
The namesake <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Marjorie Basden High School still lives in South<br />
Caicos at <strong>the</strong> age <strong>of</strong> 92.<br />
Teach <strong>the</strong> Way They Should Go<br />
Veteran educator Mrs. Marjorie Basden.<br />
By Dr. Carlton Mills and Beverly Malcolm<br />
The Marjorie Basden High School in South Caicos is known throughout <strong>the</strong> Turks & Caicos <strong>Islands</strong> for its<br />
achievements in academics, student representation in national events, music, and sports. In fact, several<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> nation’s highest ranking politicians (as <strong>of</strong> press time in November, <strong>2016</strong>), including Deputy Premier<br />
Hon. Akierra Missick and Leader <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Opposition Hon. Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, graduated from<br />
its hallowed halls.<br />
The school’s namesake, Mrs. Marjorie Basden, at <strong>the</strong> stately age <strong>of</strong> 92, still lives in South Caicos. The<br />
following overview <strong>of</strong> her life reflects why her influence on <strong>the</strong> country’s education system has been so<br />
strong and long-lasting.<br />
<strong>Times</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Islands</strong> <strong>Winter</strong> <strong>2016</strong>/<strong>17</strong> 15
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