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Happy Valley PTA Condemns Arson Attack
The Happy Valley Child Care Parents Teachers Association [HVCCPTA] has condemned as “reckless and extremely dangerous” the suspected arson attack on Saturday, October 26 that resulted in significant damage to the childcare center. PTA President Trina Davis-Williams said, “This act is totally unacceptable, dangerous and simply beyond comprehension.... Read more of this article
Minister Celebrates Our Youth At Mirrors Event
This past weekend, the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines addressed dozens of young people, parents and volunteers at the Mirrors Super Camp Junior Forum closing ceremony. A Government spokesperson said, “The Super Camp Junior Forum is a programme for middle school students and it’s designed to make them more self-aware of where they... Read more of this article
Public School Cambridge Checkpoint Results
The Bermuda Public School Cambridge Diagnostic Checkpoint Results for 2017 and 2018 have been released. A Government spokesperson said, “The Cambridge International checkpoint exams for English, Mathematics, and Science are administered each school year to P6 and M3 students in the Bermuda Public School System.” Dr. Simmons, Director... Read more of this article
Bermuda College Warns Of Phishing Email
Bermuda College is notifying the general public about a phishing email in circulation that requests that recipients provide information to the College. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College is notifying the general public about a phishing email in circulation, referencing a price inquiry, and requesting recipients to provide information to the... Read more of this article
Photos: Aeries Celebrates International Day
On October 24th, Aeries Adventures Nursery and Preschool celebrated United Nations Day by dressing up in outfits from countries around the world. The kids then marched in a parade for their parents and waved, while singing songs related to United Nations Day. For the past two weeks, the young students at Aeries Adventures Nursery and Preschool have... Read more of this article
Minister Congratulates New B.U.T. President
The Ministry of Education said they wish to “offer a warm welcome” to the new,Bermuda Union of Teachers [BUT] President Ms. Nashanti Bailey and returning Vice President, Mr. Anthony Wolffe. The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain expressed his support saying, “I am encouraged by the opportunity to collaborate with the newly elected executive... Read more of this article
Minister Meets With Dual Enrolment Students
Minister of Education Diallo Rabain recently hosted a Chat & Chew with students participating in the Dual Enrolment Programme at the Bermuda College. A government spokesperson said, “The Dual Enrolment Programme provides public school students at the S3 and S4 level with the opportunity to obtain associate’s degrees from the Bermuda College... Read more of this article
Fulbright Award Opportunities For Bermudians
The U.S. Consulate announced that Bermudians can apply for postgraduate study or research through the US-UK. Fulbright Commission. A spokesperson said, “Bermudians are eligible to apply for funding to study in the United States if they hold a U.K. passport, and are not U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. The application deadline for the... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Mr & Miss CedarBridge Academy
[Updated with photos] Rayquon Woodley-Smith & Tamia Place were last night [Oct 19] crowned Mr. & Miss CedarBridge Academy 2019-2020. Fifteen senior students vied for the illustrious crown and title of Mr. and Miss CedarBridge Academy at a crowd filled Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts. CedarBridge Academy senior girls Atiya Furqan,... Read more of this article
Photos: Warwick Academy Mathematics Day
Warwick Academy Primary celebrated its theme day for this year, with Mathematics as their focus. A spokesperson said, “Every year Warwick Academy Primary has a theme day. In the past we have had Art Days and History Days. This year Mathematics is the focus. “With the adoption of the Singapore maths approach in the classroom, a wonderful... Read more of this article
Saltus Celebrates Student Achievements
Students need to be prepared to fail in order to learn, according to the Head of School at Saltus. Deryn Lavell was speaking at the school’s recent celebration of student achievements and accomplishments which recognized exam successes as well as achievements in areas such as athletics and music. “Learning is failing. Yes I said that. We’re not... Read more of this article
Students Benefit From ILS Education Initiative
Twelve Bermuda College Students and two professors were given the opportunity to attend the recent Bermuda Convergence 2019 event as part of the ILS Bermuda education initiative. A spokesperson said, “At the recent Bermuda Convergence 2019 event, 12 Bermuda College students and two professors were afforded complimentary attendance at the largest... Read more of this article
