Ever noticed how schools across Jamaica always have teachers who carry the same last name? With May 1st being the celebrated as Teacher’s Day in Jamaica , let’s pay tribute to the educators who shape our future. Take a look with me at some teachers who seem to be present at every school.

1.The Mighty Miss Smiths:
You can’t swing a chalkboard eraser in Jamaica without hitting a Miss Smith! And it’s always a Miss never a Mrs. From primary to tertiary education, the Smiths are everywhere, spreading knowledge and probably swapping lesson plans at family gatherings.

2. The Thompson Twins:
Meet Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, the dynamic duo of education. They’re like a package deal; if you get one, you’re likely to get the other. Don’t be surprised if they finish each other’s sentences during parent-teacher conferences.

The Brown Brigade:
Mr. Brown, Miss Brown, and even Dr. Brown. This family tree has more branches than a complex algebra problem and chances are your Brown, was a math or physics teacher. I wouldn’t be surprised to find out that they have their own secret society dedicated to grading papers and saying, ‘The working out, you have to show the working out.”

The Clarke Clan:
You know you’re in for a good school year when you have a Clarke as your teacher. Whether it’s Miss Clarke’s infectious enthusiasm for literature or Mr. Clarke’s penchant for chemistry experiments gone awry, there’s never a dull moment.

The Williams Wizards:
If you’re lucky enough to have a Williams as your teacher, consider yourself blessed with magical learning powers. From turning complex calculus into child’s play to making history come alive like a blockbuster movie, the Williams are true wizards of education.

As we raise our glasses (or sharpen our pencils) to celebrate Teacher’s Day in Jamaica, let’s give a cheer for the educators who bear these common last names and the invaluable contributions they make to our lives. After all, it’s not just a name; it’s a legacy of learning and laughter!