In a celebration of their heritage, students at Grantley Adams Memorial School brought the skies alive with colour and creativity on Tuesday, as they revived the cherished tradition of kite flying through the school’s first-ever competition in over 15 years.Organisers said the event, which had been dormant for over 15 years, is now set to become an annual feature aimed at encouraging outdoor play and creativity among students.Event organiser and head of the Industrial Technology Department, Rudy Lovell, said the competition was more than just a pastime—it was a deliberate effort to reconnect children with a tradition deeply rooted in Caribbean culture, particularly in an age dominated by technology.“Children need the opportunity to play and to experience more culturally relevant activities instead of sitting in front of a television, tablet, or mobile phone all day,” Lovell said. “I remember as a young boy, we would fly kites for the entire day, eating whatever was in season—dunks, ackees, mangoes—but things are different now.”Lovell stressed the importance of ensuring that younger generations experience traditions that previous generations enjoyed, particularly given the social changes affecting childhood experiences.The competition saw over 15 students participating, with some constructing their own kites while others brought kites from home.Lovell added that with the initiative now re-established, he hoped kite flying would once again become a staple of student life at Grantley Adams Memorial—reminding young Barbadians of the simple joys of their cultural heritage.