Friendship, Jamaica · Cincinnati, Ohio
These were written by the students of Mount Waddy Primary School, Friendship, Jamaica. They are reproduced as they were given.
First of all, I want to tell the Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation thanks for everything they have done. It means to me that I am going to be a good person and be respectful to everyone around me. It also encourages me to be a hardworking, caring and honest person. I will excel in my school work, my relationship with God and allow my true potential to shine. I believe in myself that anything is possible.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
April 14th, 2014 was a very special day to me because Michael Folkes explained to the Mt Waddyians how he would help us with our school fees, lunches and books. This Foundation will make me maintain my grades and become more focused. This foundation is like a gift to me. It will make me proud and not just me but my family too.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
MIC has made many changes in my life since it was launched on April 14, 2014. It gives me the courage and the ability to do much better than I usually did before. It has made me a better girl, and I have learned to do many more possible things.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
Mighty in Character means a lot to me. It helps me to keep on the right path. I love Mighty in Character. It helps me to be more focused and to do the things that are right. I really respect Mighty in Character. I am Mighty in my Character. I enjoy Mighty in Character.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
I think that Mighty in Character means we should work harder for our goals in life. When I grow up I want to get a job, and it’s possible because I work for that goal.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
First of all I want to tell the Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation thanks for everything you do for the school. You are Mighty in Character! You are a hardworking person of God. You are mighty and great to me and powerful in character. God bless you forever.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
The Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation has helped me to gain confidence. It will help me to be more outstanding. With the MMFF I will achieve my goals. The MMFF will help me to be obedient, honest and independent. The MMFF will create a brighter tomorrow for me.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
The Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation means to me that I will be obedient, honest, truthful and help us to achieve our goals. MIC will help me to achieve my goals in class and to follow their steps to be obedient, truthful, honest, kind and faithful. MIC teaches me right from wrong and to do an excellent job in class.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
“The value of a man resides in what he gives and not in what he is capable of receiving.” — Albert Einstein. The Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation is an organization geared towards community development. It will in the near future assist students financially to acquire a better education. Youngsters will benefit by gaining skills that will enable them to be more productive and allow them to become well rounded in life.
Former Head Teacher, Mount Waddy Primary School
The Foundation means a lot to me. It is going to help me to use the computer and develop my skills. The Foundation is helping me to learn more about helping others – each one teach one. My attitude and behavior will change, and I will become a better person. I love this Foundation because it is helping my school to be the best school in the country.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
MIC has made many changes in my life since it was launched on April 14, 2014. It gives me the courage and the ability to do much better than I usually did before. It has made me a better girl, and I have learned to do many more possible things.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
Michael Folkes showed me that no matter how bad my past was, I have the power to make my life better; and I have. Thank you.
Supporter
The Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation means a lot to me. It encourages me keep up the good work that I am doing. It motivates me to excel in my work, to be disciplined, outstanding and hopeful. To strive, to achieve my goals and to be Mighty in Character. MIC to the world!
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
Michael’s speech made me realize that even in the toughest times you need to look forward because if you work hard enough you can get anywhere in life. The experience has showed me that if I put in the time and effort into something I want to achieve I can achieve it.
Supporter
To me MIC means that I should be on the right track, to study my books and to read and write better. I love to come first in my class. MIC also means to do the things that are right and loving. I like to share, and I respect everyone because I am respectful and patient. I am MIC.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
First of all, I want to tell the Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation thanks for everything they have done. It means to me that I am going to be a good person and be respectful to everyone around me. It also encourages me to be a hardworking, caring and honest person. I will excel in my school work, my relationship with God and allow my true potential to shine. I believe in myself that anything is possible.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
April 14th, 2014 was a very special day to me because Michael Folkes explained to the Mt Waddyians how he would help us with our school fees, lunches and books. This Foundation will make me maintain my grades and become more focused. This foundation is like a gift to me. It will make me proud and not just me but my family too.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
MIC has made many changes in my life since it was launched on April 14, 2014. It gives me the courage and the ability to do much better than I usually did before. It has made me a better girl, and I have learned to do many more possible things.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
Mighty in Character means a lot to me. It helps me to keep on the right path. I love Mighty in Character. It helps me to be more focused and to do the things that are right. I really respect Mighty in Character. I am Mighty in my Character. I enjoy Mighty in Character.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
I think that Mighty in Character means we should work harder for our goals in life. When I grow up I want to get a job, and it’s possible because I work for that goal.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
First of all I want to tell the Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation thanks for everything you do for the school. You are Mighty in Character! You are a hardworking person of God. You are mighty and great to me and powerful in character. God bless you forever.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
The Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation has helped me to gain confidence. It will help me to be more outstanding. With the MMFF I will achieve my goals. The MMFF will help me to be obedient, honest and independent. The MMFF will create a brighter tomorrow for me.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
The Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation means to me that I will be obedient, honest, truthful and help us to achieve our goals. MIC will help me to achieve my goals in class and to follow their steps to be obedient, truthful, honest, kind and faithful. MIC teaches me right from wrong and to do an excellent job in class.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
The Foundation means a lot to me. It is going to help me to use the computer and develop my skills. The Foundation is helping me to learn more about helping others – each one teach one. My attitude and behavior will change, and I will become a better person. I love this Foundation because it is helping my school to be the best school in the country.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
MIC has made many changes in my life since it was launched on April 14, 2014. It gives me the courage and the ability to do much better than I usually did before. It has made me a better girl, and I have learned to do many more possible things.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
Michael Folkes showed me that no matter how bad my past was, I have the power to make my life better; and I have. Thank you.
Supporter
The Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation means a lot to me. It encourages me keep up the good work that I am doing. It motivates me to excel in my work, to be disciplined, outstanding and hopeful. To strive, to achieve my goals and to be Mighty in Character. MIC to the world!
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
Michael’s speech made me realize that even in the toughest times you need to look forward because if you work hard enough you can get anywhere in life. The experience has showed me that if I put in the time and effort into something I want to achieve I can achieve it.
Supporter
To me MIC means that I should be on the right track, to study my books and to read and write better. I love to come first in my class. MIC also means to do the things that are right and loving. I like to share, and I respect everyone because I am respectful and patient. I am MIC.
Student, Mount Waddy Primary School
“The value of a man resides in what he gives and not in what he is capable of receiving.” — Albert Einstein. The Melbourne and Michael Folkes Foundation is an organization geared towards community development. It will in the near future assist students financially to acquire a better education. Youngsters will benefit by gaining skills that will enable them to be more productive and allow them to become well rounded in life.
Former Head Teacher, Mount Waddy Primary School
