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Human Rights Commission Welcomes Ruling
The Human Rights Commission said they welcome the ruling by the Court of Appeal that “children involved in legal proceedings have been denied a right of access to the Courts through the Government of Bermuda’s failure to provide funding for their legal representation” An HRC spokesperson said, “On the 21st of June 2019, the Court... Read more of this article
Vasco Partners With Somersfield Academy
Vasco da Gama Club has announced a partnership with Somersfield Academy. Starting in September 2019, the School’s field will be the Club’s training and home pitch for its Youth Football Programme. “The Club continues to press ahead with its commitment to local football by investing in its youth. Groups training under the Vasco banner will... Read more of this article
First Devonshire Brownies Registration Open
The First Devonshire Brownie Pack is inviting girls from 7 to 9-years-old to sign up for Brownies. A spokesperson said, “The meetings will be on Tuesdays at St. Patricks Church from 4.30pm to 5.45pm, starting on September 10. U.K. guider Nia Thomas and local educator Ralda Jones will assist Brown Owl this year. “Contact Brown Owl Cathy... Read more of this article
Dame Jennifer Smith Future Leaders Ceremony
Tuesday, June 18, 2019, marked the 13th installment of the Dame Jennifer Smith, Future Leaders Award ceremony. The function was held at the East End Primary School. Present was Minister of Works, Lt. Col. David Burch, MPs Renee Ming, Kim Swan and Tinee Furbert and former Premier Dame Jennifer Smith. Eight students from the area schools were honoured... Read more of this article
58 Honoured At Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards
Fifty eight student athletes were honoured tonight [June 21] at the 34th annual Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards at Warwick Academy. These awards, honoring the late Denton Hurdle, are used to highlight, recognize and reward the finest primary, middle and senior school student-athletes. Denton Hurdle was a keen sportsman who attended Warwick Academy, Bermuda... Read more of this article
‘School’s Out Fair’ To Be Held On June 29th
YouthVision Promotions in partnership with Strykz Bowling Lounge will be hosting a School’s Out Fair on Saturday, June 29 from 12.00pm to 7.00pm at the Strykz Bowling Lounge. The event poster says, “Come out for a fun day filled with food, fun castles, games, music, live entertainment, plus more.” Related Stories Opportunities For Summer Camp... Read more of this article
LSM & CPC Sponsor West Pembroke Breakfast
Liberty Specialty Markets [LSM] Bermuda, in partnership with the Coalition for Protection of Children [CPC], recently sponsored a hot breakfast at West Pembroke Primary School, with seven LSM volunteers attending the school to serve hot breakfast to the students during the end of year exams on June 11. Steve Horton, President of LSM Bermuda, said,... Read more of this article
IAC Urges Professionals, Public To Attend ACE
The Inter-Agency Committee for Children and Families [IAC] is encouraging more professionals to get involved in the issues related to adverse childhood experiences by committing to attend the upcoming ACEs Conference. “IAC in collaboration with Family Centre and Citizens Uprooting Racism [CURB] are hosting a 2-Day Conference on Adverse Childhood... Read more of this article
Gymnastics Team To Compete In Trinidad
The Bermuda gymnastics community is preparing to send eighteen young gymnasts to its first ever Caribbean Gymnastics Championships [CGC] this weekend. The competition, which has been held annually since 2015, welcomes more than 100 competitors from a number of Caribbean and associated countries. CGC 2019 is hosted by Trinidad with a variety of events... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Elliot Primary School Spring Fair
The Elliot Primary School Parent Teacher Association hosted a Spring Fair on Saturday [May 18] at their Hermitage Road, Devonshire property. The event included cotton candy, food vendors, face painting, fun castles, snowballs, a variety of games, prizes, popcorn, raffles, a DJ entertaining the crowd, a display by the school’s alumni group, a visit... Read more of this article
Summer Camp Registration To Be Held May 13
The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation is reminding the public about the 2019 Summer Camp Registration process. A Government spokesperson said, “Summer Camp registration is on Monday, 13th May 2019 at the following location: Cedarbridge Academy – Cafetorium ~ Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm “As a special note, persons can register at... Read more of this article
Purvis Primary P3 Students Learn Physics
Chaz Edmead recently measured a toy as part of the Cambridge P3 Science Syllabus Physics lesson at Purvis Primary, which saw students measure objects using a force metre in order to verify weight in Newtons before converting their results into grams. The students’ measurement experiences included height assessment over time, where they measured... Read more of this article
