Sylvester Carrington
About the Author
Sylvster Carrington is a native of Roebuck, Saint Peter, Barbados. A graduate of Erdiston Teachers college, he is a career educator with more than forty years of teaching and administrative experience at all levels of private and public education in Barbados, The US Virgin Islands, Tennessee and Georgia.
He is a graduate of West Indies College (Northern Caribbean University) in Jamaica, and has a Masters degree from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan, a Specialist degree in Education (Ed.S) from Michigan State University, and a Doctorate in Education from Loma Linda University in California.
The Maternal Effect
The Maternal Effect is a collection of essays that discusses in thorough detail the most consequential and life-changing values and life-long lessons that were taught, modeled, and in many cases, expected by the author’s mother from very early in his childhood, growing up in his native Barbados.
A Principal's Personal Journey
A Principal's Personal Journey captures some of the strange and bizarre things that happen in schools and classrooms across the nation. It is a detailed accounting of the serious, professional, and sometimes hilarious and personal experiences of the author, including conversations and experiences in discipline, decision making, and leadership, as well as dealings with difficult and supportive parents. It is a factual account of the author's day-to-day leadership experiences for an entire year, chronicling those behaviors and events that impeded or facilitated teaching and learning in his school. 'A Principal's Personal Journey is a must read for everyone with an interest, questions, or concerns into the day-to-day happenings in our schools, that school leaders and teachers encounter on a daily basis.
It's Your Word Against Mine
It's Your Word Against Mine is a collection of stories by Sylvester Carrington that compares unique and cultural words and phrases from his native Barbados with select American terms. Some of these words have a different meaning in his native culture, while others are non-existent when it comes to translation.
Testimonials
WHAT CLIENT SAYS
Lennon Briggs
The Maternal Effect by Dr. Sylvester Carrington is an amazing book that has inspired me to become a better person. I am amazed at the amount of detail he goes into and how much insight he provides into his mother’s life. It is truly a remarkable read that I highly recommend.”
Elliana Thompson
“The Maternal Effect by Dr. Sylvester Carrington is an inspiring and captivating collection of essays that deeply examines the life-long lessons taught by his mother during his childhood in Barbados. It is a must read for anyone who wishes to gain insight into the importance of family values and how they can shape our lives. I was moved and inspired by the stories shared in this book.”
Jensen Roberts
“The Maternal Effect by Dr. Sylvester Carrington is an extraordinary collection of essays that beautifully captures the most powerful values and life-long lessons that I learned from my mother. Dr. Carrington’s writing style is so captivating and engaging that it draws you in and encourages you to reflect on your own experiences growing up. This book has been an invaluable resource for me in understanding the importance of my mother’s influence on my life.
John Doe
“I have recently read The Maternal Effect and I am completely blown away by the power of this book. Dr. Sylvester Carrington’s vivid descriptions of his mother’s influence on his life are so beautifully written that you can feel the love, respect and admiration that he has for her. This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of the ties between a mother and child