The founding years1961 - 1976
The pioneers who built the traditions, the teams and the reputation that every Knibbite carries today.
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Since 1961 · A global alumni family
Create lasting impact through alumni involvement
We are William Knibb Memorial High School graduates around the world, joining together to provide today's students financial aid, mentorship and a clear path to higher education.
Alumni connected across Jamaica, the US, England and Canada
1961Founded in Falmouth
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65
years of Knibb pride, carried by graduates around the world
Who we are
A non-profit powered by the people who walked the same halls
William Knibb Alumni International helps students of William Knibb Memorial High School with financial aid and academic guidance, drawing on a worldwide network of alumni who want to give back.
- Direct alumni guidance for students planning their next step
- Timely updates on scholarships, deadlines and resources
- A global community of support, from Trelawny to Toronto
One school, every generation
Whichever era you graduated in, there's a place for you
Our network spans two proud chapters of the school's story. Find your classmates and reconnect with the Knibb family.
The modern era1976 - Present
Decades of graduates carrying the motto into classrooms, boardrooms and communities across the globe.
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Where your donation goes
Strengthening educational opportunities with financial aid
Donations from alumni in Jamaica, Brooklyn, England, Canada and across the US help make higher education attainable for every motivated Knibb student.
Scholarships
Scholarship Fund
Tuition and exam-fee support so talented students can take the next step to college and university.
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Guidance
Mentorship & Academic Guidance
Pairing students with alumni mentors for career talks, university applications and exam preparation.
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Resources
Books, Tech & Learning Resources
Textbooks, devices and learning materials that help students thrive in the classroom and beyond.
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Our legacy in numbers
Built on more than six decades of Knibb pride
1961
Year our school was founded
65+
Years of Knibb history
5
Regions where our alumni give back
3
Pillars: aid, guidance, community
Knibb legends
From the Knibb track to the world
William Knibb Memorial High School has produced champions on and off the track. The best known is Usain Bolt, the fastest man in history, who ran for Knibb before he ran for the world.
Usain Bolt · Knibb alumnus
- 2002World Junior 200m champion at 15, in Kingston
- 2003Champs records in the 200m and 400m (45.35s) for Knibb
- 8Olympic gold medals
- 9.58100m world record, set in 2009
Send the next Knibb stars to the Penn Relays
Help cover travel, accommodation, entry fees and kit for Knibb athletes competing in Philadelphia.
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Photo story
Capturing our mission
Moments from reunions, campus visits and the students our alumni support.
Ignorance enslaves. Knowledge liberates.
The school motto is the reason we exist. Every scholarship, mentoring session and care package is a step toward that freedom.
Upcoming events
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Your support and donations help us meet our goals and fund the mission. Come and connect at our next gathering.
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Reunions, fundraisers and mentoring days are on the way. Join the mailing list and you'll hear first.
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Share your knowledge, encouragement and resources
Mentor a student, sponsor a scholarship, organise your chapter or partner with us as an organisation. There's a role for every Knibbite.