Sister Annita Peter a principal on a mission

Sister Annita Peter

Sister Annita Peter, principal of the St. Luke’s Primary school has credited her commitment, consistency, hard work and support, for her success as a school principal.

She was recently awarded Primary school Principal of the year at the 2012 Excellence in Education awards ceremony. She received the same award in 2011.

The Catholic nun said the award was accepted on the behalf of the school and for all those who contribute towards its development.

According to Sister Annita being the principal of St. Luke’s is more than just a job. “I remind myself that I am not doing a job. I see St. Luke’s school as a vineyard of the Lord and I see myself on a mission at the school,” the principal pointed out.

She said the support of staff, parents and the community has been integral to her work. “I have a wonderful staff. The co-operation of the staff is excellent. Some parents are also very supportive. I also receive a lot of support from the community for the work that I do at the school.”

She said the school has many features which make it conducive to learning. “We have a folk museum and a potter’s house for pottery making are some of the features at the school that make it unique and make the environment of the school conducive to learning,” she stated.”So the students are taught to appreciate what they have and are shown the way people lived long ago at the folk museum and the school has adopted teaching pottery as part of its skills program.”

Students are also taught agriculture and heavy emphasis is placed on culture and sports.

“We try to create an atmosphere which will allow every child to develop various aspects of themselves, spiritually, morally, intellectually, socially, culturally, and so forth” she added.

Sister Annita also said that being positive with her students is one strategy that works well in the school. According to her, students are, on a regular basis, shown gratitude for maintaining the school’s environment and for excellence in other areas.

Teachers and parents are also honoured frequently.

The St. Luke’s Primary School is located in the community of Pointe Michel and received awards for most outstanding school environment. The school is also well known for participating in various cultural competitions around the island.

Members of staff of St. Lukes
Students at St Lukes

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29 Comments

  1. Simone Lindo
    August 14, 2014

    Congrats my beautiful teacher from St.Francis Primary

  2. Anonymous
    October 17, 2012

    This picture shows that this school has a lot of mature teachers.

  3. aunty
    October 17, 2012

    May God continue to bless you.

  4. delicespassieinus
    October 16, 2012

    Congratulations sister Anita. Reading this brings back the lovely memories I have of you while you worked in Delices. Great Job!!! and May God Continue to use and bless you.

  5. A
    October 16, 2012

    Edwina is a very bright girl. Make good use of her.

  6. cohenval
    October 16, 2012

    Oh Edwina, looking at your just warms my heart – such a beautiful teacher.

  7. max andrew
    October 16, 2012

    Sister Anita…Keep up the Good Work…You are blessed of the Lord.

  8. honeybee
    October 15, 2012

    A principal of excellence can only be accomplished by the integration of the head with the body….hence I am quite pleased that the teachers were also highlighted here. You have a dedicated,skilled team, continue to work with them and you will continue to shine. Your success depends on them. I am very impressed with your skilled pupils, they continue to shine in music and culture. Its a plus on your school that Agriculture forms part of the its curriculum. Vaya Mr Winston, Serenade, continue the good work of training our little musicians. They were impressive on teachers day. THIS IS MY CHOICE OF SCHOOL FOR MY CHILDREN. I do hope that the school does better at national assessment though. Congrats again to Principal and staff of St Luke’s School.

  9. T mama
    October 15, 2012

    Congratulations to my friend Roselia for long service, your awards have to continue to Meritorious Service…

  10. T mama
    October 15, 2012

    May the Good Lord continue to bless and guide you and your staff….for the Vineyard for sure..

  11. Elated
    October 15, 2012

    Congrats sister Anita. Your industrious disposition is a great source of inspiration for the students. They should show their appreciation by studying and succeeding at the National Exams.

  12. WISDOM TO KNOW
    October 15, 2012

    St. Luke’s Primary School is a reflection of Sister Annita’s drive, taste, and leadership. Keeping the school constantly in the public eye and also in the eye of the Ministry of Education in such a positive way is nothing short of brilliant. Job well done, Sister.

  13. DOMTIGUAN
    October 15, 2012

    Congratulation SIS.ANITA PETER..REMEMBER YOU AS MY CLASSMATE AT THE ST.JOHN’S SCHOOL IN PORTSMOUTH IN ALMOST ALL OF OUR PRIMARY SCHOOL DAYS..OUR LAST CLASS WAS IN SENIOR 1A TAUGHT BY CLIFFORD PARILLON..YOU WERE ALWAYS A STANDOUT..KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND MAY THE GOOD LORD COUNTINUE TO BLESS,KEEP AND SUSTAIN YOU.

  14. Luck & Chance
    October 15, 2012

    Hard works pays off…congratulations! Iknow your cousin is very proud of you…………. Much more awards to come

    • Anonymous
      October 16, 2012

      Sr Anita. Continue to let your light shine so that thru u the Father’s will may be done. We can do all things through Christ who strenghtens us.

  15. true dominican
    October 15, 2012

    Yes iiiiiii. Mr. Winston , you are the only male among all those women. Gasar, u need some company. lmao. Mr. Winston . great teacher, Great musician. They need more male teachers at the school though. Males rise up and take the lead.

    Ladies u look wonderful. Sister Anitokes, is my lady of business.

  16. sandw
    October 15, 2012

    I have visited this school, and found it to be brilliant, clean, with friendly teachers and children. Excellent classrooms, and a definite attitude that there is a lot more to learning than can be found in the standard school textbooks.

    I only wish Sister Annita was able to communicate her excellent learning methods to other teachers and schools, especially in the villages.

  17. Scracks
    October 15, 2012

    Congratulations and nuff respect to Sr Anita and the rest of the staff body at SLS. Indeed, St Lukes has always been leading the way for many years in many areas of achievements i.e, sports, culture, academics etc and it will continue to do so for many, many more years. Given its present crop of staff, supportive parents and talented youngsters, SLS will continue to make meaningful contributions to our community (La Pwent) and Dominica as a whole through talented and resourceful people. The staff there do a sterling job with an unwavering commitment to achieve excellence. Big shout goes out to Miss Edwin, you and many others are epic examples of the qualities and attributes expected to earn this prestigious title of this noble profession. Keep it up St Lukes and God Bless the staff, pupil, and parents. :-D

  18. Kal
    October 15, 2012

    CONGRATS , Nice having their pic on this page because without them you would not get this award. Again CONGRATS to the school .

  19. Stryka
    October 15, 2012

    very nice lady indeed worked with u all on the fencing of ur garden it was a pleasure

  20. Domerican/Possie
    October 15, 2012

    Much blessings to you Sister Anita, you’ve always been a hardworking and dedicated woman. All the best to you and your staff. Congrats on your Principal of the Year award also. One love!

  21. Zicack Girl
    October 15, 2012

    Yes cous, like to hear all the positive things being done. Keep it up, our kids are the future. Hope you continue to get the support from the parents.

    Take care

    • Luck & Chance
      October 15, 2012

      You have always been a positive inspiration – continue the work…..

  22. 4eyes
    October 15, 2012

    Happy for such great news!

  23. Anonymous
    October 15, 2012

    Wonderful!!….Love hearing news like that!

  24. Senior Citizen
    October 15, 2012

    More male teachers are urgently needed to serve as role models for our boys!

  25. Yes I
    October 15, 2012

    Great!

  26. DO THE RIGHT THING
    October 15, 2012

    CONGRATS SR. ANITA AND STAFF. THANKS FOR WHAT YOU ALL ARE DOING FOR D/CA’S CHILDREN. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS AND KEEP YOU.
    THANKS AGAIN.

  27. hmmm
    October 15, 2012

    well done!

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