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NCB makes back-to-school brighter in St Ann

August 20, 2025
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Kevin Ingram, head of branch sales at NCB, showed his football skills to young men in the Kids’ Zone at NCB’s ‘Sum’n Nice fi Dem Future’ Back-to-School Fair at its St Ann’s Bay branch. The day featured games, giveaways, and free health checks, helping families get ready for the new school year.
Kevin Ingram, head of branch sales at NCB, showed his football skills to young men in the Kids’ Zone at NCB’s ‘Sum’n Nice fi Dem Future’ Back-to-School Fair at its St Ann’s Bay branch. The day featured games, giveaways, and free health checks, helping families get ready for the new school year.
Rochelle Wellington (left), retail sales support officer at NCB, assists 13-year-old Steer Town Academy student Devhanna Martin (centre) with opening an NCB START account to kick-start her savings using the $6,000 voucher she won at NCB’s Sum’n Nice fi Dem Future Back-to-School Fair at the St Ann’s Bay branch. Devhanna’s mother, Devenia Royes, looks on.
Rochelle Wellington (left), retail sales support officer at NCB, assists 13-year-old Steer Town Academy student Devhanna Martin (centre) with opening an NCB START account to kick-start her savings using the $6,000 voucher she won at NCB’s Sum’n Nice fi Dem Future Back-to-School Fair at the St Ann’s Bay branch. Devhanna’s mother, Devenia Royes, looks on.
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The school bell hasn't rung yet, but National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited (NCB) is setting the tone for a stress-free start to the new academic year.

Close to 700 locals gathered at NCB's St Ann's Bay branch for the Sum'n Nice fi Dem Future Back-to-School Fair.

"The back-to-school season can be one of the busiest and most expensive times for families," said Kaysia Vaughan, head of group marketing and communications at NCB.

"These fairs are our way of easing the pressure, giving parents access to resources, good deals, and a little extra fun for the little ones. It's part of our wider commitment to building a better Jamaica by supporting families and strengthening communities."

The day was high-energy with dance-offs, quizzes, and colouring contests, with MC Jennifer 'Jenny Jenny' Small bringing her trademark flair behind the mic. Parents, teachers, and children walked away with book vouchers, schoolbags, and more.

For Nickeisha Burrel, mother to a bubbly seven-year-old, Janele Bryan, the event was a lifesaver.

"Today was really fun and helpful. I got a few things sorted for school, did the health checks, and watched the kids in the dance competition. I feel more ready now for my daughter to start school," she said.

Michelle Francis Ingram, a mathematics teacher at Marcus Garvey Technical High School, described the day as a "boost" for the community.

"The fair was fantastic, and the giveaways were really appreciated. A lot of parents came with their book lists, so the book grant prizes will really help them get what they need for the new school year."

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