Running Head: CLIMATE CHANGE IN THE CARIBBEAN

Climate can be defined as the long term atmospheric conditions which focus on atmospheric characteristics such as temperature, pressure, wind, precipitation and humidity (Rahil, 2005). Since the early days of recorded weather, the earth's climate has undergone change. Today, it is believed by many scientists, though not all, that the rapidity of alteration of our climate results from anthropogenic activities. Additionally they have observed that because of these activities we have to face very negative impacts within the Caribbean including increased frequency and intensity of hurricanes, flooding, loss of coastal lands and associated infrastructure due to sea rise, and extreme heating which negatively affects agriculture, still a main economic activity for many Caribbean states.

We thank all those students, parents and friends of the college who attended our 2013 Walkathon. From its early start, fun paced movement along the route, to its grand end at Skinner Park, everyone appeared to have enjoyed sharing an early Sunday morning activity with friends and colleagues. This year the event also witnessed the introduction of our Health Fair at the College.




From the free eats and drinks, to the free medical advice, this new addition to our Walkathon appeared to have been well received. We look forward to a greater and more dynamic walkathon in 2014. Perhaps we may begin with a quick aerobic workout……..what do you all think!

The ASJA Boys College on January 9 2010 celebrated its 50th anniversary at the Naparima Bowl, San Fernando. Addressing the gathering was Minister of Education Esther Le Gendre.