Chelsie Ramsingh is one of the trail-blazers of SWAHA Hindu College who has demonstrated that prayer, family and a disciplined approach to life are the key factors that augurs well for total success. In this year’s CSEC examinations Chelsie, who celebrated her seventeenth birthday just about three weeks ago, attained seven Grade Ones,  a clear evaluation of the caliber of students who pass through the doors of this hallowed institution.

In a brief interview with Chelsie, she reveals her secrets to success, her personal credo and a bit of advice to her peers.

Here is what the youthful star shares with us:

Q: Congratulations on your outstanding results! What were your Academic Achievements CSEC exams 2010:
A: Grade 1’s in Mathematics, English, Biology, Physics, Information Technology, Electronics and  Social Studies

Q: what have you decided to study at CAPE ?
A: I am currently Studying Maths, Biology and  Environmental Science at CAPE Level

Q. What are some of your leisure activities?
A. Outdoor activities – football and going to the beach.

Q. What’s your favourite leisure time activity?
Book: All Sherlock Holmes novels
TV Show: Not Interested in TV
Place of Interest: Valencia River
Food: Pizza

Q. How did you prepare for CSEC exams?
A. –  Review of test and exam papers
– Read concise notes on subject material
– Keep reading over notes and text
– Prepare for new topics by pre-reading content and doing Internet research before it is  taught
–  Ask questions when in doubt

Q. What are your future plans?
A.  – I hope to be enrolled at U.W.I Medical Sciences Dept.
– I hope to live and work abroad as a doctor.

Q. Who is your role model?
A. Definitely my parents. They kept urging me never to give up and to work to my fullest potential

Q. What were your greatest achievements?
A. – Seven Grade 1’s at CSEC level
– Principal’s Award at Primary school level

Q. If you could turn back the hands of time, is there anything you would change?
A. I would not change anything.

Q. What is your personal credo?
A. Think positive and everything will work out

Q. What other factors, besides lots of studying contributed to your success?
A. Spirituality and family life. Prayer is very important. I always prayed before my examinations. I have a very stable relationship with my family and they are very supportive of me.

Q. What advice will you give to your peers?
A. If you have an ultimate goal in life don’t let anything come in between you and that goal.

As Chelsie commences her CAPE studies we wish her all success and hope that her brilliance may spread throughout her life and that her example may light the way for others to follow. Best of luck and may continued excellence be yours.