Young Grenadian talent has achieved remarkable recognition in the 2025 Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association Environmental Arts Competition, with multiple students earning top honors for their creative expressions of marine conservation.
Alaina Johnson, an 11-year-old scholar from St Mary’s Catholic School in St Andrew, claimed the premier position in the junior poster category with her visually compelling interpretation of this year’s theme: ‘Safeguarding Marine Ecosystems from Terrestrial Impacts.’ Her artistic accomplishment surpassed entries from across the Caribbean region, bringing significant distinction to her nation.
As a testament to her achievement, Johnson was honored at an exclusive luncheon aboard the P&O Aurora cruise vessel on March 2, 2026. The celebration included her mother, school principal, educators, fellow students, and representatives from Grenada’s Tourism Authority and Ministry of Tourism, Creative Economy and Culture.
The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association has awarded Johnson a state-of-the-art laptop for personal use, while her educational institution will receive a $3,000 monetary grant to support academic programs. ‘I feel tremendous pride in representing Grenada so successfully,’ Johnson expressed. ‘This achievement reflects the collective support from my teacher, who encouraged my participation, and my mother alongside her colleagues who provided invaluable guidance.’
In parallel recognition, 14-year-old Amelia Edwards from St Joseph’s Convent in St George’s secured second place in the senior poster division. Her accomplishment earned her a advanced touchscreen device, with her school receiving a $1,500 financial award.
Additional Grenadian participants included Neriah Cadet and Khalia Bain, both from St Joseph’s Convent, who submitted entries in the junior and senior essay categories respectively. Each will receive special recognition awards of $200 for their contributions.
The FCCA initiatives aim to foster environmental consciousness, creative expression, and critical thinking among youth throughout the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central and South America. These competitions provide platforms for young advocates to articulate their environmental visions while receiving tangible rewards for their intellectual and artistic efforts.