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Three Schools Receive FIDE Accreditation
Purvis Primary, Francis Patton Primary, and Warwick Academy have been officially accredited as Chess Schools by the World Chess Federation [FIDE], marking a first for Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Throughout 2025, the Bermuda Chess Association [BCA], in partnership with the Department of Education and local Bermuda schools, has been actively working... Read more of this article
Somersfield Opens 2026 Scholarship Applications
Somersfield Academy has announced that applications are now open for its 2026–27 Equity & Merit Scholarships. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy is proud to announce that applications are now open for its 2026–27 Equity & Merit Scholarships, which recognise and support exceptional Bermudian students with academic excellence, leadership... Read more of this article
Nine Students Selected For ASU BIOS Internships
Shavon Nisbett, Rahkeem Wilson, Olivia Dilks-Smith, Anne-Camille Haziza, Noah Astwood, Gray Swan, William Silvester, Zahari Burgess, and Max Santiago are enjoying internships at Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS], working alongside leading scientists and contributing to ongoing research projects. A spokesperson said, “Now in its 49th... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: BCOF Back-To-School Giveaway
The Bermuda Community Outreach Foundation [BCOF] held its second annual Back-to-School Giveaway this weekend at Death Valley Playground in Southampton. Related Stories Photos & Video: PLP C29 Back To School Party Photos: CPA Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway Photos: Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Photos: CPA Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway
[Updated with video] CPA Bermuda held its second annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway this weekend on the Cabinet House Lawn, distributing 500 backpacks filled with school supplies to local students. Jozelle Opoku, President & CEO of CPA Bermuda, previously said, “Our Back-to-School Drive is more than just a giveaway—it’s about ensuring... Read more of this article
College & HuRen Launch Human Rights Course
A new human rights course — the first of its kind in Bermuda — is set to launch at Bermuda College. A spokesperson said, “Run through the recently launched Human Rights Education Network [HuRen] in Bermuda, the course will offer young Bermudians critical training in global human rights principles. “The course, open to anyone aged 18... Read more of this article
Allied World Hosts Summer Internship Program
Bermudian students Jae Gibbons, Cody Rans and Ben Osset took part in Allied World Bermuda’s summer internship. A spokesperson said, “Allied World Bermuda held an eight-week summer internship program in June and July this year with three talented Bermudian students. The interns included Jae Gibbons [Bournemouth University], Cody Rans [University... Read more of this article
Oliver Cherry Earns 2025 AXA XL Scholarship
AXA XL has awarded the 2025 AXA XL Scholarship to Bermudian university student Oliver Cherry. A spokesperson said, “AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA SA [AXA], today announced that the 2025 AXA XL Scholarship has been awarded to Bermudian university student Oliver [aka Olly] Cherry. “The AXA XL Scholarship is a full scholarship... Read more of this article
National Dance Foundation Grants Scholarships
The National Dance Foundation of Bermuda awarded scholarships and bursaries to eight young dancers, including Vidya Cannonier-Watson, Soleil Richardson, T’Aja Williams, Honor Minors, Aura Doran, Inanna Cannonier-Watson, Naysaa Tucker, and Ava-Joy Moreno. A spokesperson said, “On Monday, August 18, 2025, the National Dance Foundation of Bermuda... Read more of this article
St. George’s Council Award Three Scholarships
The St. George’s Parish Council awarded scholarships to Izeyah Wainwright, Chari Ingham-Trott, and Amari Place. A spokesperson said, “The St. George’s Parish Council [St. GPC] was delighted to assist in the furtherance of academic pursuits again this year. Three $5000 scholarships were awarded to three deserving candidates. These scholarships... Read more of this article
Berkeley Students Gain Fintech Experience
Five Berkeley Institute students are gaining experience in fintech and digital technology at Chubb and Paradise Mobile through an Economic Development Department grant. A Government spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department [EDD] approved a grant to give five Fintech students from The Berkeley Institute the opportunity to intern... Read more of this article
CPA 2nd Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway
CPA Bermuda will host its second annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway on Saturday [August 23] at the Cabinet House Lawn, providing 500 backpacks filled with school supplies to local students. A spokesperson said, “CPA Bermuda is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated Back-to-School Drive, taking place on Saturday, August 23,... Read more of this article
