Education
January 13, 2024
Hannah Connell Aims for Personal Best in 2024 Track Season while Balancing Studies
Barbadian sprint hurdler Hannah Connell aims to excel in her track season in 2024. Currently pursuing a master's program at the University of Cincinnati, Connell is determined to balance her studies with her athletic pursuits. She hopes to improve her personal best of 13.07 seconds achieved in May 2021.
January 12, 2024
Sharon Blackman's Inspiring Journey of Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Academic Success
"Read the inspiring story of Sharon Blackman, who overcame a history of abuse, homelessness, and teenage pregnancy to achieve academic success and graduate from the University of the West Indies."
January 11, 2024
Choosing Schools for the Barbados Secondary Schools Entrance Examination: Ministry of Education Encourages Parents to Prioritize Child's Needs over Prestige
The Ministry of Education advises parents to prioritize their children's needs over a school's reputation when selecting schools for the upcoming Barbados Secondary Schools Entrance Examination.
January 11, 2024
Barbados Union of Teachers Seeks Delay for 2024 Barbados Secondary Schools' Entrance Examination
The Barbados Union of Teachers (BUT) is urging the Ministry of Education to delay the Barbados Secondary Schools' Entrance Examination (BSSEE) to allow students more time to prepare, especially those affected by environmental issues.
January 11, 2024
Floor Collapse at Mount Tabor Primary School Prompts Student Relocation and Prompt Medical Response, Ministry of Education Reports
Mount Tabor Primary School in St John experienced a collapse of a wooden floor in a classroom, causing injury to a janitor. Remedial work will be done over the next four days.
January 10, 2024
Barbados Union of Teachers Urges Ministry of Education to Reconsider May 7 date
The Barbados Union of Teachers (BUT) urges the Ministry of Education to consider rescheduling the tentative May 7 date, according to recent reports.
January 10, 2024
Barbados Prime Minister Vows to Address Learning Challenges in Children, Expands Auditory Testing Initiative
"Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley is focused on addressing learning obstacles among Barbadian children by prioritizing the identification of physical and psychological challenges. This includes expanding auditory testing for Class 4 students."
January 10, 2024
Barbados Union of Teachers Urges Landowners to Clear Cow Itch Vines to Prevent School Disruptions
Barbados Union of Teachers calls on landowners to clear cow itch vines from their properties to prevent schools from closing due to itchy skin complaints.
January 9, 2024
Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance Examination (BSSEE) 2024 Town Hall Meetings for Parents/Guardians Offered by Ministry of Education
The Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training (METVT) will hold a series of town hall meetings for parents/guardians regarding the Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance Examination (BSSEE) 2024. The meetings aim to inform attendees about the examination process, including online registration and special requests.
January 9, 2024
Temporary Closure of Challenor Creative Arts and Training Centre from January 9-12, 2024 due to Electrical Damage
The Challenor Creative Arts and Training Centre will be temporarily closed from January 9-12, 2024 due to unforeseen electrical damage. Regular operations will resume on January 15, 2024.
January 9, 2024
Barbados Union of Teachers (BUT) to Monitor School Environments as New Term Begins
The Barbados Union of Teachers (BUT) will be monitoring school environments as the new term begins, visiting problem-plagued schools and checking in with stewards to ensure a smooth start.
January 9, 2024
89 Students Relocated to Mount Tabor Primary, Excited for New Classes Today; Some Parents Opt for Transfers
Eighty-nine former St John Primary students have been relocated to Mount Tabor Primary, while 11 students have opted to transfer to other schools for convenience. The Ministry of Education has reassigned the principal and staff and a new building has been constructed.