Education
October 2, 2024
Barbados Government Collaborates with Canada Food Processing Skills Centre for Agro-Processing Industry Development
Government officials discuss collaboration with Canada Food Processing Skills Centre (CFPSC) to enhance Barbados' agro-processing industry. Emphasis on education, skills development, and setting high standards for sector growth and innovation.
October 2, 2024
Barbadian Minister of Youth Remarks on School Violence, Emphasizes Collective Effort
Minister of Youth Charles Griffith addresses recent school violence in Barbados, emphasizing community and parental roles in prevention. Government initiatives support youth through various programs.
October 2, 2024
Barbadian Academics Advocate for Creative Opportunities with Artificial Intelligence in Education and the Workplace
Academics advocate embracing creative opportunities with Artificial Intelligence, highlighting its use in student learning at the University of the West Indies. Transparency and aiding student creativity are emphasized.
October 2, 2024
Regional Economist Marla Dukharan to Deliver Distinguished Owen S. Arthur Memorial Lecture on Tax Justice for the Caribbean at UWI
Regional economist Marla Dukharan to deliver 4th Owen S. Arthur Memorial Lecture at UWI, focusing on Tax Justice for the Caribbean. Criticizes EU blacklisting processes. Event to be streamed live.
September 30, 2024
Ministry of Education Addresses Petition from Alexandra School Teachers, Stresses Commitment to School Safety and Due Process
Ministry of Education addresses petition from Alexandra School teachers regarding student removal, emphasizing commitment to staff safety and well-being. Emphasizes trust in school leadership to handle situation.
September 29, 2024
Grantley Adams Memorial Schools Continue Online Classes as Authorities Investigate Plant Tests | Sep 2021 Update
Grantley Adams Memorial Schools continue online classes as authorities investigate noxious smell. Classes suspended on Sept 19, students shifted to online learning from Sept 23. Testing ongoing at the plant.
September 29, 2024
Springer Memorial School Marks 60th Anniversary with Emphasis on Faith, Resilience, and Vision for Future
Springer Memorial School's 60th anniversary service highlighted faith, resilience, and a bold vision for the future. Reverend Carlos Brathwaite predicts the school will produce a Barbados Scholar, emphasizing faith and perseverance.
September 29, 2024
BARP Charitable Trust Offers Annual Scholarship for Barbadians Studying Ageing at UWI: Apply Now
The BARP Charitable Trust offers an annual scholarship to Barbadians studying ageing-related topics at UWI. Valued at BDS$10,000, applicants need a GPA of 2.5 or equivalent. Apply now.
September 29, 2024
SJPI Principal Ian Drakes Discusses Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Barbados Industries
Ian Drakes, Principal of SJPI, discusses AI's impact on Barbados industries. SJPI prepares workforce for AI's transformative potential, focusing on education and innovation to lead the nation into the AI-driven era.
September 27, 2024
Graydon Sealy Secondary School Reports After-School Stabbing Incident: Ministry of Education Urges Parents to Assist in Ensuring Student Safety
Ministry of Education reports stabbing incident at Graydon Sealy Secondary School, emphasizing student safety measures and parental involvement. Similar incident occurred at Alexandra School three days prior.
September 27, 2024
SMU Women’s Golf Team Climbs to Top 5 in Red Raider Invitational, Bajan Star Emily Odwin Shines
SMU women’s golf team climbs to top five at Red Raider Invitational, led by Barbados’ Emily Odwin with a strong performance, finishing 9th overall. Team rebounds from early struggles. Next up: Stanford Intercollegiate.
September 27, 2024
SBA Promotes Entrepreneurial Thinking as Essential Life Skill for Youth
The Small Business Association (SBA) promotes entrepreneurial thinking as a crucial life skill for youth, offering hands-on training through the Enterprise in Action Youth Programme in partnership with the TVET Council.