Dwayne Caisey Earns PSEA Award For April
Dwayne Caisey from the Department of Education earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for April.
A Government spokesperson said, “Recently, Premier David Burt congratulated Mr. Dwayne Caisey from the Department of Education, who is the recipient of the April Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA].
“Mr. Caisey is being recognised for his outstanding efforts to advance the refurbishment of Lyceum Preschool. In his role as Facilities Manager, he coordinating teams from the Department of Education, the Ministry Public Works, Education Reform Units, and private contractors to successfully prepare the school site and learning environment for its students return on April 22nd, 2024.
“For the past eight [8] months, Lyceum had been temporarily housed at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo, in preparation for the transformation of Francis Patton Primary into one of Bermuda’s first Parish Primary Schools. The scope of work needed to prepare Lyceum was extensive, as the goal was to create the School Transformation Team’s vision for a 21st-Century learning environment designed to engage students in new ways of learning and thinking.
“Mr. Caisey received a formal commendation from the Education Reform Unit for his impressive collaboration and leadership skills to ensure the timely execution of these complex plans. Lyceum Preschool’s newly renovated outdoor spaces and classrooms feature ten benches with umbrellas, planter boxes, and STEM centers for interactive learning. Inside, fresh coats of paint, brand new flooring, lighting, and furniture create a modern and vibrant environment, optimizing the learning experience for students. The upgrades were met with excitement by students who returned to their new and improved school in April, and a grand reopening is anticipated to welcome new students in September.”
In congratulating Mr. Caisey, Premier Burt said, “Having worked with Mr. Caisey in several different roles since I became Premier, I have seen first-hand his dedication as a public officer. It is great to see him recognised for his work in supervising and coordinating the works at Lyceum Preschool and ensuring the safety of students and staff amidst ongoing construction. Dwayne is a consummate professional, and I congratulate him for this recognition.”
And the Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter, said, “Bravo, Mr. Caisey! You’ve made a significant impact on the success of this project through effective leadership, a well-defined plan, and a commitment to excellence. The entire Public Service Executive extends its gratitude and appreciation for your ongoing contributions.”
The spokesperson said, “The Public Service Excellence Awards [PSEA] programme was launched in 2021, and recognizes public officers who consistently go above and beyond in their service to the Government and the Bermuda community. Each month an individual or team is selected for significant service delivery accomplishments carried out within the previous 60 days.”
