Hundreds of Desks and Chairs for Primary and Infant School

Pompano Beach, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/23/2015 -- The Lighthouse Christian School (LCS) of Pompano Beach, a K-8 Christian school, announced today that it teamed with the Sandals Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), to donate 250 desks and chairs to the Mount Airy Primary and Infant School in Westmoreland, Jamaica. Mount Airy has over 600 students in grades K-6. The donation, valued at over $35,000, is part of a broader program of cooperation between the two schools.

"Part of our mission as a Christian school is to impart a unique set of Biblical values in our students," said Mike Zubero. "Giving to others, especially those with less, is a core principle of our faith. Working with the Sandals Foundation on this project has given us the opportunity to do something positive for education while teaching an important lesson to our students." The two schools will also embark on a pen-pal program to encourage year-round communication. To initiate the process, each desk came with its very own letter.

Julie Watson, a South Florida businesswoman and LCS parent, helped facilitate the donation. The Sandals Foundation made the connection between the schools, shipped the furniture to Jamaica and arranged the delivery to Mount Airy, one of more than 90 schools the Foundation has worked with in the Caribbean over the years. Mount Airy Principal, Karen Anderson-McKenzie, praised the donation, saying that the new furniture will enable students to work more comfortably and encourage individual learning.

LCS is an outgrowth of The First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach, which is commonly referred to as "the Pink Church," LCS was established in 2004. The school has quickly become widely known as one of the finest teaching establishments in the county with numerous graduates receiving scholarships to local high schools.

About The Sandals Foundation
The Sandals Foundation is the non-profit arm of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), the Caribbean's leading family-owned resort company. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization was created to continue and expand upon the charitable work that Sandals Resorts International has undertaken since its founding in 1981 to play a meaningful role in the lives of the communities where SRI operates throughout the Caribbean. The Sandals Foundation funds projects in three core areas: education, community and the environment. One hundred percent of the monies contributed by the general public to the Sandals Foundation go directly to programs benefiting the Caribbean community.

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Innovative Technology Program; Advanced Educational Methods Drive Strong Growth

Pompano Beach, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/30/2015 -- The Lighthouse Christian School (LCS) of Pompano Beach, a K-8 Christian school that emphasizes academic excellence and personal achievement, announced today that it has experienced record-setting enrollment for the 2015-2016 school year. Nearly all classes are filled to capacity. The growth in the student body is attributable to the school's implementation of advanced educational methods as well as innovative programs for arts, sports and technology.

"We always believed that combining innovation and an emphasis on excellence with a loving Christian environment would lead to growth," said Mike Zubero. "This hope is now being realized and everyone involved with the school is just thrilled. I am so proud of all of the people who have made achieving this goal a reality."

An outgrowth of The First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach, which is commonly referred to as "the Pink Church," LCS was established in 2004. Despite struggling in its early years, the school has proven that it can deliver outstanding education results. Numerous graduates from the eighth grade class of 2015 received scholarships to high school.

About Lighthouse Christian School
As a small and nimble organization, LCS has been able to adapt quickly to new trends in education. For example, LCS adopted a tablet program much earlier than many of its competitors. The school has also put a "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD) program into effect, allowing students to comfortably use their own desired technology at the school and at home. The schools Theatrical/Arts department has also been widely praised in the community. LCS is known for exceptional faculty and staff dedication. As other schools have experienced challenges, or even shut down completely, LCS has grown, partly because the staff works diligently to make sure that no student is left behind.

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