Sandals' Tourism‑in‑Schools praised
Sandals' 'Tourism in Schools' program is getting attention for hands‑on hospitality and culinary training for Jamaican students — a pipeline move that supports regional workforce resilience and brand reputation. The program was highlighted in recent local coverage this week. (caribbeannationalweekly.com)
Reports on March 31, 2026 said students visited Sandals Dunn’s River and Sandals Royal Plantation in St Ann under the resorts’ Tourism in Schools programme. (caribbeannationalweekly.com) Schools named as participants included Clarendon College, Foga Road High School, Central High School, Jamaica College, Iona High School, Muschett High School and Cornwall College. (caribbeannationalweekly.com) Kevin Clarke, General Manager of Sandals Dunn’s River, and Roxanne Brown, Learning and Development Manager at the resort, were quoted describing the visits as exposing students to departmental roles across the property. (caribbeannationalweekly.com) The resort tours specifically showcased recycled‑water systems, energy‑efficiency practices and the operational steps required to pursue and maintain EarthCheck certification. (caribbeannationalweekly.com) Sandals has run complementary pipeline initiatives, including a 2024 Sandals Corporate University partnership with the Jamaica Centre of Tourism Innovation that hosted more than 100 high‑school students for six‑week internships. (jamaicaobserver.com) Recent Sandals Foundation activity cited in 2026 shows investments in school infrastructure and donations, and the Foundation’s “Pack for a Purpose” effort has moved more than 90,000 pounds of supplies to Caribbean schools—illustrating the scale of the group’s logistical support to education programmes. (sandals.com)
