Wesley High School Launches Fundraising Push Ahead of Milestone Celebration

As Wesley High School prepares to mark a historic milestone this October—100 years of shaping education and character in Dominica—the institution is calling on past and present members of its community to come together in celebration and support of its future.

Founded in 1926, the prestigious, all-girls Methodist Secondary School has spent a century building a reputation as one of the island’s enduring educational institutions, producing generations of students who have gone on to serve in key sectors of national development.

Now, as part of its centenary celebrations, the school is turning its attention not only to its rich history but also to its future; particularly the upgrading of its science facilities.

The milestone celebration is being held under the theme: “A Century Rooted in Faith, Growing in Excellence and Serving with Love.”

According to the organizing committee, the theme captures the values that have defined Wesley High School over the decades, faith-based grounding, academic excellence, and service to community.

To kick-start this effort, a fundraising event ‘Jazz in the City’ will be held on Tuesday, July 7, with a contribution of $10 per person, as the organizing committee rallies support for the refurbishment of the school’s science laboratory.

Members of the organizing committee say the initiative is about more than celebration, it is about investment.

“This centenary is a moment of reflection, but also action. Wesley High School has given so much to this country over the past 100 years. Now we are asking the wider community to help us strengthen what we can offer the next generation,” they stated.

The funds raised from the concert will go directly toward upgrading the school’s science laboratory, an area administrators say is critical to improving hands-on learning in science-based subjects.

The committee explained that a modernized lab will not only enhance classroom instruction but also better prepare students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), which continue to grow in importance globally.

The fundraising event promises more than just a call for support—it will also be a night of entertainment and celebration, featuring a lineup of Dominican artists including Carlyn XP, Shanice, Cardo, Myka, Johnny Bronze, Nyel Grove, Royette, Dhar’Gelle, Lady Esse, Sherniah Alleyne, and Shadrach Ogbonna.

The organizing committee is extending a broad invitation to all stakeholders—including current students, alumni, parents, former teachers, and friends of Wesley High School—to take part in the ongoing centenary celebrations and support the various fundraising initiatives planned in the coming weeks.

“Whether you are a past student, current student, or simply someone who values education, your support is vital as we mark this historic milestone.”

The committee is also encouraging the wider Wesley High School alumni network, both locally and abroad, to actively participate in the centenary activities and contribute to the success of the various initiatives planned.

Anyone interested in supporting the centenary programme or obtaining more information are encouraged to contact the organizing committee via email at whsdominica@gmail.com or by telephone at 448-3353 or 225-5206.

As the countdown to the 100th anniversary continues, Wesley High School says it is not only reflecting on a century of history but also inviting the nation and its global alumni community to play a role in shaping its future.