De’Antez Knowles wins National Award for Best BJC Results

OUTSTANDING BJC STUDENTS. Pictured from left to right are Kirshon Smith, Jade Bullard, Shanterah Evans, Marissa Bain, and De’Antez Knowles.

Temple Christian's De'Antez Knowles was 1 of 5 students from independent schools recognized at the Ministry of  Education, Science & Technologies' Annual National Awards Presentation for obtaining the Best BJC Results in the  Commonwealth of the Bahamas - 7 As. He is also 1 of 6 Temple Christian High Schools students recognized for

outstanding performance in the 2013-2014 BJC examinations. Knowles is involved in GGYA and is a member of the  track and field team. “My passion is to eventually help my country solve its problems. I don’t want to be the boss of this country, but to be a true leader,” said Knowles. He is scheduled to graduate in June 2017. His professional

goals include becoming an engineer and establishing his own company in order to employ local workers. 

Also receiving honorable mention were:

Marissa Bain - 5As, 1B, 1C

Jade Bullard - 5As, 1B, 1C

Astreya Clarke - 6As, 1B

Shanterah Evans - 5As, 1B

Kirshon Smith - 5As, 2Bs