Nicola McCarthy

Nicola McCarthy is a dedicated grade-six teacher at Mount Fletcher Primary School in Jamaica, known for her resilience and commitment to her students. Following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, which disrupted access to education for many children, McCarthy worked tirelessly to ensure that classes resumed for the exam cohort of 30 students within a week. Despite challenges such as lack of electricity and connectivity issues, she remains focused on preparing her students for the upcoming Primary Exit Profile exams while advocating for those still unable to attend school due to the destruction of local infrastructure.