Do Anything Nice

We are proud to announce the launch of the first official international D.A.N. chapter at the American International School of Kingston in Jamaica. Please enjoy their first world premier post.

 “Whyyy?”, “Okay then...” and suspicious glances pervaded the halls. Kids stared at us in wonderment while cautiously chewing their Starburst as if waiting for the bombs in them to detonate at any minute. A girl stares at us and a tense, deep silence ensues. “We’re just doing something nice, is that so wrong?” D.A.N. Member StephAnn finally says in a chipper voice.

The new D.A.N. chapter in Jamaica has been off to a solid start. The school at which we are located – the American International School of Kingston, is relatively new and does not offer many student-run clubs and organizations. Due to the demonstrated need for student body unity and development of the schools facilities and programs, and the simultaneous surplus of eager and dedicated teenagers, the new chapter to Do Anything Nice was born. In the first month alone, plans were made to introduce the club to the school, to make personal introductions by hand-distributing candy and plans were made to enhance student life.

In the category of “enhancing student life” is the new recycling venture that we have embarked on. Half way into it, and after finding a sponsor for recycling bins, it was discovered that the school already had a somewhat established recycling program. In the category of student  life, the need was recognized for student unity, especially due to the nature of the school – one with many children who have been moved to Jamaica from their homeland, D.A.N. saw it imperative to strengthen the student population as a family. Among our upcoming projects are student rally and campus wide treasure hunts.

Eventually, we hope to create more programs such as an after school homework program for the youth of surrounding (less-privileged schools), which would foster a spirit of service in the school community. There are no limits for our club at the moment, we plan to open it to the entire school community next year, and following this, aim to attack problems facing the youth in our society – one nice act at a time.