The Anglican Central Education Authority (ACEA) has been a beacon of education in the Bahamas for over sixty (60) years. Our schools stretch over three (3) inhabited islands: New Providence, Grand Bahama, and Exuma. We provide a well-rounded educational product that fosters the development of students’ spiritual, academic, physical, social, emotional, and community engagement.
In recent years, the ACEA has owed many of its accomplishments to the outgoing Director of Anglican Education, Mrs. Italia Davies, who will be retiring effective 30 June 2024. She was appointed in June 2013 and has given the ACEA nineteen (19) years of unwavering service, including her stint as Deputy Director of Administration and Personnel.
Mrs. Davies’ successor, Mr. Alphonso Major Jr, is no stranger to the ACEA. He was previously employed with the ACEA, where he served with distinction for five (5) years at St. Anne’s School. During his tenure, Mr. Major served as Guidance Counsellor of the Middle School, Sr. Master/ Tourism and Hospitality Teacher, and Vice Principal of the Primary Department. The ACEA wishes him every success as the Director’s baton is officially passed on to him on 1st July 2024.
In preparation for the start of the 2024-2025 academic school year, the ACEA is chartering a new direction by shifting the paradigm while maintaining excellence and unity. The ACEA is committed to providing our schools with the best and brightest faculty and staff, with competent leadership who possess a firm belief in Christianity, love, and compassion.
The ACEA is excited to announce the strategic transfer of principals across its schools. This initiative aims to leverage the strengths of our most accomplished leaders to benefit a broader range of students and schools within our system.
The decision to transfer principals is rooted in a commitment to continuous improvement and the dissemination of best practices. Through this historic opportunity, we seek to strategically place experienced and successful principals in new schools to elevate educational outcomes and foster systemic improvement. This move will enable the ACEA to undertake specific challenges, promote innovation, and drive academic success across the school system.
Our leaders for the 2024-25 school year will be as follows:
Mrs. Cynthia Wells – will serve substantially as Principal for Bishop Michael Eldon School in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Mrs. Wells is a veteran educator within the ACEA, giving 30+ years of service to the system in several capacities. She started as a Science Teacher at St. Anne’s School and moved up the ranks in administration, ending her tenure upon her retirement in 2019 as the school’s longest-serving Principal. Following this, she was appointed to the post of Deputy Director and served for one year. Since then, Mrs. Wells has served as a beacon of support to the ACEA, assisting wherever possible and sharing her expertise to develop the system further. She most recently served as Principal Pro-Tem of Bishop Michael Eldon School from April to June of this year.
Mrs. Junann Lewis- will be transferred from St. John’s College after serving as Principal for the past four years. The ACEA publicly thanks Mrs. Lewis for her contributions and wishes her every success as she transitions to head St. Anne’s School as Principal.
Mr. Quinn McCartney will be transferred from St. Anne’s School after serving as Principal for two years. The ACEA publicly thanks Mr. McCartney for his contributions and wishes him every success as he transitions to head St. John’s College as Principal.
Mr. G. Leon Mars will be transferred from St. Andrew’s Anglican School in Exuma after serving as Principal for four years to St. John’s College as Vice Principal of the Preparatory Department. Mr. Mars has demonstrated exemplary leadership at St. Andrew’s, where he has successfully implemented innovative programs, improved student outcomes, and fostered a positive school culture. His experience and expertise are valuable assets that can contribute significantly to the administrative team at St. John’s College. Moving to a larger school allows Mr. Mars to expand his influence and implement successful practices on a broader scale. As Vice Principal, Mr. Mars will be able to support a more significant number of students and staff, driving positive change and promoting academic excellence across the larger school community. This transition allows Mars to develop new skills and gain experience in a larger, more complex school environment. By working alongside St. John’s College’s principal and other administrative leaders, Mr. Mars will enhance his leadership capabilities, prepare him for future opportunities, and further strengthen our system’s leadership pipeline. The ACEA publicly thanks Mr. Mars for his contributions and wishes him every success as he transitions to St. John’s College as Vice-Principal of the Preparatory Department.
Mrs. Tamara Moncur will be transferred from St. John’s College after serving as Vice-Principal of the Preparatory Department for three years. The ACEA publicly thanks Mrs. Moncur for her contributions and wishes her every success in her promotion to Principal of St. Andrew’s Anglican School in Exuma. The ACEA is grateful for our leadership teams’ unwavering commitment and service in education. We are One Bus, One Voice, One Direction—working together for equal opportunities for all students to achieve excellence. We look forward to building a stronger, more cohesive school system where each thrives. We trust that the new leadership changes will lead to renewed motivation and creativity, rejuvenating our school communities, breaking down barriers, and inspiring staff and students, contributing to a more dynamic and engaging learning environment.
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