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59th Annual Schools Art Exhibition Winners
The Department of Education hosted a prize-giving ceremony for 12 deserving young artists who participated in the 59th Annual Schools Art Exhibition held in April at the Bermuda Society of Arts. Back row: Nzingha Ming, Fergus O’Connell, Callie Lucas, Min. Vance Campbell, Steven Masters, Dan DeSilva; Middle row: Shannon Rose-Robinson, Cristina Capelo,... Read more of this article
35 Students Begins Employment Programme
The 2024 Youth Employment Programme began with the first cohort of 35 students participating in a full-day orientation session. Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, “I’m happy to share that the 2024 Youth Employment Programme recently began with the first cohort of 35 students participating in a full-day orientation session. “These... Read more of this article
37 Corrections Staff Complete Leadership Course
“This training programme underscores our focus on continuous professional development,” said Acting Minister of National Security Vance Campbell. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Corrections announces that 37 staff members have successfully completed a Leadership and Management training course offered in collaboration... Read more of this article
Verbal Victory Spelling Bee To Be Held
Bermuda’s new annual spelling bee competition, Verbal Victory, will be launched on May 22, 2024, at Hamilton City Hall. A spokesperson said, “There’s a buzz in the air! A new and exciting spelling bee competition awaits Bermuda’s school children. Verbal Victory – Bermuda Spelling Bee [the Bee], a new competition to be held annually... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: West End Primary Career Fair
West End Primary School hosted its annual school career fair, with the school saying “the purpose of this initiative is to allow our students in Primary 1 through to Primary 6 the opportunity to understand the importance of how their class subjects relate to their career aspirations.” “Additionally, this experience will expose them... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Somersfield Academy Fair
Somersfield Academy hosted its annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 18, offering a day of activities, food vendors, live performances, and entertainment for the community. Related Stories Photos, Video, 360: Somersfield Spring Fair Photos: Students Join In Anti-Violence Campaign Somersfield’s Spring... Read more of this article
Paula Cox Receives Honorary Degree At MSVU
Former Bermuda Premier Paula Cox spoke at the 2024 Mount Saint Vincent University convocation in Canada, where MSVU awarded her an honourary Doctor of Humane Letters. A spokesperson said, “Mount Saint Vincent University celebrated more than 675 graduates from 24 countries during its spring convocation ceremonies on May 16 and 17, 2024. “Students... Read more of this article
BUT: “Alarming Shortage Of Substitute Teachers”
The Teachers Union said they continue to monitor the “alarming shortage of substitute teachers with great apprehension” and said “the Department of Education must make correcting this highly volatile state-of-operations their top priority.” A spokesperson said, “The Executive of the Bermuda Union of Teachers continues to... Read more of this article
Commissioner On Dalton Tucker Primary School
The Commissioner of Education, Mrs. Kalmar Richards, provided an update regarding Dalton E. Tucker Primary School, which was unable to open “due to an unexpectedly high number of staff absences.” Commissioner of Education, Mrs Kalmar Richards said, “The Department of Education regrets to inform the community that Dalton E. Tucker Primary... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: APACE College Ceremony
Following the Bermuda College graduation yesterday afternoon, another ceremony was held, with the Athora Professional and Career Education Division [APACE] holding its Annual Awards ceremony for professional and workforce development students. Related... Read more of this article
Photos & Videos: Bermuda College Graduation
The Bermuda College held their graduation ceremony yesterday [May 16], with approximately 100 graduates receiving associate degrees, diplomas or certificates. The College previously announced, “Ninety-eight Bermuda College graduands will receive associate degrees, diplomas or certificates, on Thursday, May 16, under the big tent on the College’s... Read more of this article
NorthStar Launches Dementia Care Guide
NorthStar introduced “The Compass Guide to Dementia Care,” a free online course to support and empower family caregivers of individuals with dementia in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Navigating a diagnosis of dementia can be daunting. Caregivers often have many questions, and it can be overwhelming trying to figure out where to turn... Read more of this article
Photos: CedarBridge IGCSE Math Preparation
[Written by Anya Thompson] On April 27, 2024, the CedarBridge Mathematics Department, under the leadership of Instructional Leader Ms. Keshia Henry and in collaboration with community partner Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR], concluded the final session of their annual IGCSE Mathematics exam preparation classes. The program... Read more of this article
Premier Congratulates College Graduates
Premier David Burt congratulated the Bermuda College class of 2024. Premier David Burt said, “Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Today marks the successful culmination of your hard work, sacrifice, and diligence. You have been rewarded for the late nights of studying and sacrificing time with your family, friends, and leisure activities. Today,... Read more of this article
Video: Minister On Summer Day Camps
The Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, Sen Owen Darrell held a press conference this morning [May 16] to update the public on the Government’s Summer Day Camp Programmes. Minister Darrell said, “Good morning, Members of the Media and everyone joining us here today at Strokes in the City, Art Studio on Parliament Street. “Thank you for being... Read more of this article
Camryn Tyrrell & Owen Botelho Intern With BCB
This summer, the Bermuda Cricket Board will host Camryn Tyrrell and Owen Botelho as interns through the Department of Workforce Development. In providing information about herself, Ms. Tyrrell said, “I go to Barry University in Miami, Florida, and I am majoring in Television and Digital Media with a minor in Dance. “I am a creative person who enjoys... Read more of this article
