Ethan S. Bain Environmental Health Foundation 2nd Annual Speech Competition
Latrico Colebrook of L. N. Coakley Junior High School Crowned Champion
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Ethan S. Bain Environmental Health Foundation proudly hosted it’s 2nd Annual Speech Competition on Thursday, November 6th, 2025, at the T.A. Thompson Junior High School under the inspiring theme, “It’s My Environment: Conservation and Sustainability Are Our Responsibility.” The event brought together 12 talented finalists from both New Providence and the Family Islands, all of whom delivered powerful speeches addressing the importance of environmental stewardship and sustainable living.
Emerging as the overall winner was Latrico Colebrook of L. N. Coakley High School, Moss Town, Exuma. First runner-up was Kimberlee Miller of S.C. McPherson Junior High School, while second runner-up honors went to Kayleaser Moss of Mangrove Cay High School, Andros.
Founder Jacqueline Bain expressed her pride in the competition’s continued growth and inclusivity: “We are thrilled to see this initiative expand beyond New Providence. Having representation from the Family Islands and witnessing one of their students take home the top prize is a testament to the talent and awareness that exists across our nation. It is our goal to inspire young Bahamians everywhere to take ownership of protecting our environment for future generations.”
Bringing official greetings on behalf of the Ministry of Education was Deputy-Permanent Secretary Ricardo Deveaux, who congratulated the participants and commended the Foundation for fostering environmental awareness among Bahamian youth through education, advocacy, and creative engagement. The competition’s Top 12 Finalists included:
C.H. Reeves Junior High: Ethan Martin
D.W. Davis Junior High: Khyielle Wallace
L.W. Young Junior High: Channing Christie
Louise McDonald High (Bimini): D’Aria Dames
S.C. McPherson Junior High: Kimberlee Miller
H.O. Nash Junior High: Cimia Cash
L.N. Coakley Senior High (Exuma): Latrico Colebrook
A.F. Adderley Junior High: Tiara Glinton
Anatol Rodgers Junior High: Makayla Claridge
Mangrove Cay High (Andros): Kayleaser Moss and Kevanique Greene
T.A. Thompson Junior High: Deandra Paul
The Ethan S. Bain Environmental Health Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to promoting environmental education, public health awareness, and sustainable community development across The Bahamas. Through programs such as essay and speech competitions, school field trips, and community projects, the Foundation continues to empower the next generation of environmental leaders.
