BELCO Kite Poster Deadline This Friday
With Bermuda’s kite-flying season nearing, BELCO reminds Primary 1 and 2 students that entries for its annual Kite Safety Poster competition are due by Friday [April 11].
A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today reminds the public that the deadline for entries for the Company’s annual Kite Safety Poster competition is Friday, April 11, 2025.
“The competition is open to Primary 1 and Primary 2 students only with one entry per child permitted. All submissions must be on an 8.5″ x 11″ paper and either be photographed or scanned and emailed to communications@belco.bm or delivered to BELCO, located on 27 Serpentine Road, Pembroke.”
“As Bermuda’s kite season approaches, we’re excited to engage our youngest community members in promoting safety around power lines,” said Krista Barnes, BELCO’s Director Communications and Sustainability. “This competition helps children understand the importance of flying kites safely while showcasing their creativity. With the deadline just days away, we encourage all eligible students to submit their entries.”
A spokesperson added, “Kite safety remains a top priority in Bermuda, particularly during the Easter season when traditional kite flying is at its peak. BELCO continues this annual competition to raise awareness about the dangers of flying kites near power lines, which can cause power outages and pose serious safety risks to the public.
“The prizes for this year’s competition include:
- Best Overall Poster: $200 Toy Voucher & $200 BELCO Gift Card
- Best Kite Safety Message: $100 Toy Voucher & $100 BELCO Gift Card
- TD&R Choice Award: $100 Toy Voucher & $100 BELCO Gift Card
- Most Beautiful: $100 Toy Voucher & $100 BELCO Gift Card
- Most Original: $100 Toy Voucher & $100 BELCO Gift Card
- Best Use of Mixed Media: $100 Toy Voucher & $100 BELCO Gift Card
- Honourable Mention: $50 Toy Voucher & $50 BELCO Gift Card
“Deadline for submissions is Friday, April 11, 2025. Students who want to submit an entry can find information about kite safety on BELCO’s website at www.belco.bm. For questions regarding the competition, parents and teachers can contact the BELCO Communications Team at 441-295-5111 or email communications@belco.bm.”
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