Jamaican Teenager Featured on CNN, Lands Job at IBM (Video)
At only 18 years of age, this teenager from Jamaica is certainly making all the right moves to ensure that he succeeds in life.
Radcliffe Saddler has already been interviewed by CNN, spoken at Harvard, earned an Associate Degree and he starts his new job as an associate analyst for IBM Market Development and Insights today.
IBM selected only the most outstanding students from his former high school P-TECH and offered those students jobs.
A son of Kingston, Radcliffe has two younger brothers Theodore and Anthony aged, 17 and 11 respectively.
His father Radcliffe Saddler Sr. is also a son of Kingston and his mother Claudette Saddler hails from the garden parish.
We at The Jamaican Blogs™ truly love to see when Jamaicans excel, particularly youngsters. We managed to get in touch with Radcliffe despite his busy schedule to have him share a few words. Here is what he shared with us:
I was born in Kingston Jamaica. I am the oldest of three in my family who came to America in search of a better life. Throughout my experiences in school I always tried to work hard. I attended Pathways into Technology Early College High School. While completing my high school diploma I earned my Associate Degree in Applied Science from New York City College of Technology. In addition to completing my studies I also played on athletic teams from my school. In my second year of High School I played basketball and in my fourth year of High School I played on the school’s soccer team.
I have experienced many great things in life. When I was making my decision to attend High School I wasn’t accepted to the High School of my choice. I graduated the Valedictorian of my Middle School. I never received a letter of acceptance from any of the High Schools that I originally intended to attend. I ended up trying again for the next round of High Schools.
Watch his interview with CNN Below:
During my time at High School I always pushed myself to do better. It was a six year program but I knew I could do the whole program in four years. During my third year at P-TECH the president came to visit my school. My principal chose me because I was performing at such a high level and because of my character. My principal knew I would make the school proud. During that event I was nervous but I knew it had to be done I couldn’t let my family and Jamaica down.
I have also done many interviews and panels. I spoke at Harvard University on this new innovation with public school education. I recently just graduated the High school and New York City College of Technology.
My Beliefs
I believe that people can change the future by applying themselves and keeping a positive outlook on life.
I also strongly believe this “For everyone to whom much is given, of him shall much be required.”
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Great going young man. I wish you all the very best in the future.
Great going young man. I wish you all the very best in the future.
really positive, congratulations
Congratulations! You make Jamaica proud.
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You are a remarkable you man.We need more of you to change our communities and eventually our world.Great job son and well done Mr & Mrs Saddler.God will continue to guide your son.
Jamaicans should be proud
We need more young men like him.Great future leader.
So proud of this young man. Continue to shine
Congratulations! Keep being positive and give God the praise!
And he speaks ENGLISH the language of success..try saying what he said in Patios….to all young people Become proficient in ENGLISH, and stop listening to the RUBBISH of Carolyn Cooper…u caaan wuk fi IBM, if u are not Proficent in ENGLISH..
And he speaks ENGLISH the language of success..try saying what he said in Patios….to all young people Become proficient in ENGLISH, and stop listening to the RUBBISH of Carolyn Cooper…u caaan wuk fi IBM, if u are not Proficent in ENGLISH..
you let me feel proud as if you are my family all the best
God be praise!! Congratulations On your excellent achievement Radcliffe… May God continue to lead you and guide your steps. You have done well as Paul said ” I can do all things thru JESUS .Christ who strengthens me” may there be many more behind you…
as a youth myself, just reading this article was very inspiring and amazing, congrats on your accomplishments and look forward to what the future hold for you but in general the youths of this generation today
Congratulations on your achievement continue to shine like a star you have made Jamaica proud
The sky is the limit friend. The God of Heaven ‘Cover & Bless’ all your efforts. Proud of you.
Congratulations, hard work will always be rewarded! May God continue to bless you
Congratulations job well done wish you all the best,
“My principal chose me because I was performing at such a high level and because of my character.” a simple statement that all parents should care about..
Congratulations…..With GOD as your pilot, all things are possible.Keep moving on up my dear.
Great job keep up the good work proud of you may god bless you.
Congratulations brother.
Congratulations brother.
I just hope all the young people in the world,not just in Jamaica be inspired by this.proud a yuh.
Congrats Radcliffe reach for the skies. I know you would do great in all your endeavours.
Awesome
Congratulations, you make jamaica proud, we need more young men like you!!!!!!…
really proud of this young man continue to do your best
As the saying goes “When we good we good” ride on my youth and encourage others.
“Only your best is good enough” and you are travelling down that pathway. Congratulations !. You continue to hitch your wagon to the stars and continue to be an example in that regard..
Loads of love to you and your remarkable family!!!!! Congratulations and job well done!!! Mission accomplished!!!! Super proud and excited to be a Jamaican!!!! This is just the begining, as greater things are yet to come!!!! Continuous blessings Mr. Saddler. Keep representing with great pride!!! You are a born winner.
may god continue to bless you in every aspect of your life
You are so right, to whom much is given,much is required. Congratulations!
awesome experience
CONGRATULATIONS! LOVE! AND BLESSINGS! TO YOU RADCLIFFE!!!
A Christian young man- Praise Jesus
Continue on your path
such an intelligent young man can see he has standards the way he dresses to his appearance mama raise you well.
keep up the great work
Congratulations ur bless . god richest blessing for you .. PROUD OF YOU BBY BOY
Well done Mr. Saddler, blessings on your journey, may you become a pillar of strength for all around to lean upon and a guiding light of good.
great going young man
This makes me proud to be a Jamaican…We as a people needs more youth
leaping towards success.
Congratulations to you and your parents. Great Job and well done this is only
the beginning the world is your oister.