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Simply Bloom To Host Mental Health Workshop
Simply Bloom will mark World Mental Health Day with a pop-up workshop, “Let’s Talk: Supporting Children & Teens’ Mental Health,” on Tuesday, October 7, at Ignite Co-Lab in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of World Mental Health Day, Simply Bloom will be hosting a pop-up workshop entitled ‘Let’s Talk: Supporting Children... Read more of this article
Column: Rawlins On Children, Trauma & More
[Opinion column written by Chardonaé Rawlins] The first week of school is supposed to be a fresh start. New uniforms, sharpened pencils, the hum of possibility in the air. But if you look closely, you’ll notice the child who lingers at the back of the room, avoiding eye contact. The one who startles when the door slams. The one whose homework is... Read more of this article
Chat & Chew Session On Social Media Risks
Premier David Burt and some of the Cabinet Ministers hosted a session to discuss the risks that social media can pose to children. A Government spokesperson said, “Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, hosted a Chat & Chew session focused on the risks social media poses to children. The Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP, highlighted... Read more of this article
Solstice Launches ‘The Studio’ Programme
Solstice has launched ‘The Studio’, an afterschool programme for children aged 5–12 that fosters creativity, play, and developmental growth. A spokesperson said, “Solstice is proud to announce the launch of The Studio, a new afterschool programme designed to support the social, emotional and developmental needs of students aged 5... Read more of this article
Active Kids Sports Academy Registration Opens
Registration is open for the ACTIVE Kids Sports Academy, a 12-week multi-sport programme for children aged 4–9. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Sport & Recreation has announced that registration for the next term of the ACTIVE Kids Sports Academy will open today [August 18] and close on September 8.” Minister of... Read more of this article
Support The GSP Back-To-School Drive
The Gina Spence Program’s [GSP] annual Each One Reach One Back-to-School Campaign in partnership with Gibbons Company has reached its halfway point, and the charity has appealed for the community to support the initiative. A spokesperson said, “The numbers tell a sobering story: over 80% of the 300 children registered so far come from households... Read more of this article
Column: Rawlins On Kids, Screens & More
[Opinion column written by Chardonaé Rawlins] These days, screen time is a parenting battleground and many of us are caught in the middle, unsure of how much is too much, what’s “good” tech, or how to keep up with ever-changing social media trends. For parents and caregivers in Bermuda, the struggle isn’t just global, it’s right here in our... Read more of this article
NeuPathways Aims To Assist Children Learning
NeuPathways — created by Bermudian Chartered Psychologist and Neuroscientist Dr. Adriene Berkeley — is a “new kind of programme designed to help children aged 8 and up build the skills they need to succeed both in and out of school.” A spokesperson said, “What if the way your child learns has nothing to do with how smart they... Read more of this article
Column: Play In Early Childhood Development
[Column written by Penny Saltus, Dr. Julie Dunstan & Fiona Rodriguez-Roberts] Play is often dismissed as just “fun,” but for young children, play is a serious – and essential – business. Defined as activity for enjoyment and recreation, play is the very foundation of how children explore, understand, and interact with the world.... Read more of this article
Kaleidoscope Celebrates Bermuda Day
Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation celebrates Bermuda Day by showcasing student-made Gombey capes, masks, and mini floats that honour the island’s rich history. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Day is an exciting time to celebrate the amazing island of Bermuda and all of its history. “The Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation [Kaleidoscope] has been working with... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Schools Host Heritage Day Event
[Updated with video] Somerset Primary, West End Primary, and Lagoon Park Preschool hosted a Heritage Day event today [May 21] at Warren Simmons Field. A spokesperson previously said, “Somerset Primary, West End Primary and Lagoon Park Preschool are uniting to celebrate our Bermudian Heritage and provide the children with the exciting opportunity to... Read more of this article
BUEI’s Crab-Themed Kids Hour On May 17
BUEI’s next Kids Hour Saturday takes place on May 17 at 11am and 2pm, offering ocean-themed fun for children aged three and up with crab-focused films, storytelling, and hands-on activities. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] invites you to join us for Kids Hour this Saturday, May 17th at 11am and 2pm where... Read more of this article
