Urban Family Tree

April 2010

We are all extremely proud of Rashaine Weekes-Johnson for being accepted into Christ Hospital Boarding School after passing his entry exams with flying colours.

He follows in the educational footsteps of his older brothers Michael, Ricardo and Munashe.

Rashaine Weekes-Johnson (wearing white top) with Munashe Nyabadza, relaxing after a long day of studying

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November 2009

Many Congratulations to mature student Jacqueline Weekes-Johnson for graduating with a merit in her Foundation Degree in Youth & Community (JNC qualified) Work at George Williams College.

To my husband, Rikki, my children Michael, Ricardo and Rashaine, I thank you for the love and support. Without it, this degree would not have been possible.

A special thank you to my little sister, Ulla and her family for putting up with me and the late night studies.

My friends Cheryl, Delia - thank you! Thanks to Brian Belton (my lecturer) who always says, 'Don't always accept everything you are told....Question'.

I would also like mention my fellow students Cherish, Nicholas, Trevor, Michael & Mary-Ann for their invaluable support.

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September 2009

Munashe's send-off to boarding school began with a beautiful dinner cooked by his Urban mum, Jackie Weekes-Johnson who then drove everyone down to see him settle in.

We wish him the very best as his educational journey truly begins at one of the best schools in this country!

Urban Family Tree would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Munashe on passing his entry exams to ******* School and securing a scholarship worth over £33,000 per annum.

For him to be recognised and nominated by

Her Majesty The Queen is testament to his resiliance in the seach for a good education.

He requested that the name of his new school be omitted at this time but wanted to say a few words.

"I could not have done this without my support network - my amazing family. Mum, I thank you for never ever giving up on me. You are the best mother in the world and you need to share what you have done for me with other parents who want the best for their children.

I am so loved that I feel I can achieve anything! I am truly humbled by The Queen's recognition and I am honoured and proud to be the recipient of the nomination.

Finally, I would like to mention a few people (by no means the only ones) who have been unconditionally supportive and I love them for that:

Mum, Mike & Milo

Dame Elisabeth Hoodless

RT Hon Iain Duncan Smith et al

Francesca Moultrie

James Quaynor

Pam Lewis

Cristalina Fernandes

Audrey Riley

The Weekes-Johnson Family

Grandma & Grandpa Auret

Simon & Jenny Mwangura