After visiting eastern Grand Bahama last year, GBPA executives and staff members went to the west on Friday, bearing brightly packaged presents for students of West End, and Holmes Rock Primary Schools.

Mr. Hannes Babak, Chairman-GBPA, Mr. Ian Rolle, President-GBPA, Mrs. Ginger Moxey, Vice President-GBPA, and the full contingent of GBPA departmental employees of the year, showered the kids with song, treats, and surprises.

As Mr. Babak brought brief remarks to the tiny tots gathered in the Eight Mile Rock high school gymnasium, their eyes filled with wonderment.

"Christmas is a time of giving. Kids, you worked hard this school year!!! We are sharing these gifts with you today, to remind you that we are watching you as you make the right choices and stay on the path as good boys and girls. These gifts are just a little reminder from us to you, as you stay focus and remain on the right track."

Also addressing the group was Miss Brooke Sands, GBPA 2009-2010 ‘Group Employee of the Year'. With an inspirational message to share, she had each child recite these motivating words, "I am somebody! I can do all things through Christ who Strengthens Me!" Taking the time to remind each child to set goals and achieve them.

Mr. Rolle commended the many GBPA employees whose gracious monetary donations helped make the annual event a success.

After a fun-filled morning, a surprise announcement of complimentary Kentucky Fried Chicken lunches courtesy of GBPA, was met with thunderous applause.

Over two hundred youngsters of western Grand Bahama returned to their respective schools, clasping coveted gifts and filled with holiday cheer, thanks to the generosity of the employees of GBPA.