One-on-one with camir ricketts
Natasha Stewart,Youthlink Writer

In pursuit of excellence at Herbert Morrison Technical High School, sixth-form student Camir Ricketts excels in both academic and extra-curricular activities. Despite his numerous achievements, the humble 16-year-old credits the support of his family for his continued success. Considering his additional involvement in social clubs and sports at school, Western Link just had to find out more about this motivated, determined young man.

Western Link: Who is Camir Ricketts?

Camir Ricketts: A young man with good morals, determination, confidence and integrity, who is guided by a philosophy which reminds him to aim for the sky.

What have been some of your academic achievements so far?

It started from GSAT. I passed for Herbert Morrison (my first choice). Throughout the five years, I maintained an above-85 per cent average. I have eight distinctions and one credit at CXC, and also a credit in CAPE math. I am currently a member of the Generating Genius club, which is a science programme at the University of the West Indies, Mona. Currently, I am pursuing an associate's degree at the Caribbean Institute of Technology in Montego Bay. I am also a member of the Tourism Action Club, Chess Club and I am involved in cricket at Hebert Morrison. I am also the school's deputy head boy.

How have you managed to balance your schoolwork with extra-curricular activities?

Well, it definitely is a lot of hard work. Even though time management is one of the problems I face, I know that, in order to succeed, I have to get back on track and get my work done. I play a lot of video games, go to the movies and socialise with everyone.

What kind of plans do you have for the future?

I plan to pursue a career in the field of microbiology and attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the United States.