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January 22, 2021
Officials having 39vigorous conversation39 on corporal punishment in schools
EDUCATION officials are having a "vigorous conversation" about whether corporal punishment should still be allowed in schools, however there are some who are opposed to phasing out the practice, Education Minister Jeff Lloyd said...
January 25, 2021
Sir Sidney's latest honor: A film school in his name
January 29, 2021
Sir Sidney's latest honor: A film school in his name
Arizona State University (ASU) is naming its new film school, The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, after Cat Island native Sir Sidney Poitier for his contribution to the world through his roles is a well-deserved honor, according to Bahamian filmmakers Kareem Mortimer and Maria Govan. "I love Sir Sidney, and it's long overdue," said ...
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February 01, 2021
Columbus Primary School receives tablets From Rotary Club of Southeast Nassau and donor
February 04, 2021
Columbus Primary School receives tablets From Rotary Club of Southeast Nassau and donor
The Rotary Club of Southeast Nassau recently partnered with a private sponsor to supply electronic tablets to Columbus Primary School, allowing more students to get
online.
President of the Rotary Club of Southeast Nassau (RCSEN), Lionel Haven shared the challenges of learning caused by COVID-19. “Education has taken a big hit and both teachers and students are required to interact virtually...
Talks are held on school reopening
February 05, 2021
Talks are held on school reopening
EDUCATION Minister Jeffrey Lloyd said officials held meetings with education unions this week on the way forward for schools on certain islands that will return to face-to-face learning under a hybrid model.
February 08, 2021
St. Thomas More student is 54th Catholic schools spelling CHAMP
Jordan Lewis probably couldn't have asked for a better birthday gift than winning the 54th Catholic schools spelling champ, in his second attempt. Jordan, 10 at the time of the competition, a fifth-grade student at St. Thomas More, correctly spelt the word "chanteuse" to lead an all-boys sweep of the top three spots in the ...
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Selecting the primary school student of the year: What judges look for in the person who will top an incredible field
February 08, 2021
Selecting the primary school student of the year: What judges look for in the person who will top an incredible field
The process to selecting what can arguably be considered the most coveted honor by top sixth grade students - Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year (BPSSY) - which comes with a $7,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient's institution of choice, and a laptop, is underway. Schools and parents are in the final days ...
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Schools to reopen February 22 Says Minister Lloyd
February 11, 2021
Schools to reopen February 22 Says Minister Lloyd
The government is aiming to reopen public schools on New Providence, Abaco, Exuma and Eleuthera on February 22, according to Minister of Education Jeffrey Lloyd.
“I’ve said someplace that the target is February 22,” Lloyd told reporters outside the House of Assembly yesterday.
“But, our position is that we have to do it as a phased reopening. Some schools are going to be ready earlie...
Union wants plan on school reopening
February 12, 2021
Union wants plan on school reopening
BAHAMAS Union of Teachers is again calling on education officials to release a clear plan on new school health and safety procedures that will allow for a safe return to the classrooms on islands that are still practising virtual learning.
Schools to open under hybrid model
February 19, 2021
Schools to open under hybrid model
With public schools on New Providence, Abaco, Exuma and Eleuthera reopening for face-to-face instruction on Monday, Director of Education Marcellus Taylor said yesterday that some students will go to school Monday and Wednesday, while others will go to class Tuesdays and Thursdays. However, he said each school's administration team will tailor rules to best suit ...
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Problems persist in schools reopening
February 22, 2021
Problems persist in schools reopening
BAHAMAS Union of Teachers president Belinda Wilson yesterday said there is still a "lack of information" regarding the strategy the Ministry of Education plans to employ to ensure that teachers and students are able to work in a safe environment as face-to-face classes resume in several islands.
It's back to school - but not all campuses ready
February 23, 2021
It's back to school - but not all campuses ready
WHILE public schools in Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma and New Providence will welcome students back to the classrooms for in-person learning today under a hybrid model, not every campus will be ready to accommodate pupils.
BUT pleased with reopening of schools
February 24, 2021
BUT pleased with reopening of schools
Bahamas Union of Teachers (BUT) President Belinda Wilson yesterday said she was pleased to see the that the majority of schools scheduled to resume face-to-face instruction were safe and sufficiently prepared to welcome teachers, faculty and students, but said the "success or failure of the hybrid model is left to be seen." Wilson said after ...
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February 23, 2021
Smooth transition to face-to-face learning at Eva Hilton Primary School
All hands were on deck at Eva Hilton Primary School, Tuesday, for the first day of ‘in-person learning’ using the hybrid method. Representatives of Urban Renewal, the Parent-Teacher Association, the School Board, teachers and administrators assisted with the transition as students returned to the Gregory Street campus.
“For the first day we were able to get through quite smoothly,” sai...
Students return - but up to 25 schools still shut
February 24, 2021
Students return - but up to 25 schools still shut
EDUCATION Minister Jeffrey Lloyd said there are approximately 20 to 25 schools on four islands that did not see students return to campus today for face-to-face instruction due to needed repairs.
Body found next to LW Young school
March 02, 2021
Body found next to LW Young school
POLICE are seeking to identify the victim of the lastest homicide after gunshot wounds rang out shortly before 10pm last night.
March 05, 2021
LCIS Celebrates Opening of Gateway Building at New Upper School Campus
Lyford Cay International School (LCIS) recently celebrated the opening of the Gateway Building at its new Upper School campus. The building is part of Phase 1 of the Upper School project which has seen the school expand to two campuses just 1 kilometre and a 7-minute walk apart.
To further achieve the school’s mission for students of all ages, in 2014, the LCIS Board of Directors and Governo...
High school sports still on hold
March 10, 2021
High school sports still on hold
It's approaching one calendar year since after-school sports were shut down around the country in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic which is continuing to wreak havoc. With school children back in school, for the most part, there is optimism that high school sports would resume, thereby allowing student-athletes to close out the school year with some ...
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March 11, 2021
C. W. Sawyer Primary School Temporarily Relocating to University of The Bahamas
The Ministry of Education (MOE) and University of The Bahamas (UB) have forged a pivotal partnership which will facilitate the resumption of face-to-face classes for students of the C. W. Sawyer Primary School, affording them the experience of learning in a university environment.
Effective Monday, 15th March 2021, C.W. Sawyer students, teachers and administrators will be accommodated in the C...
March 12, 2021
March 15, 2021
LCIS opens Gateway Building at new upper school campus
Lyford Cay International School (LCIS) recently celebrated the opening of the Gateway Building at its new upper school campus. The building is part of phase one of the upper school project, which has seen the school expand to two campuses just a half mile and a 7-minute walk apart. To achieve the school's mission for ...
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Bain and Grants Town Community Virtual School Graycliff Campus also proves to be a sanctuary for children
March 22, 2021
Bain and Grants Town Community Virtual School Graycliff Campus also proves to be a sanctuary for children
Of the 72 children that enrolled in the Bain and Grants Town Community Virtual School Graycliff Campus, there was one third grade-aged student officials found reluctant to utilize the Ministry of Education's virtual learning platform, even though he had access to a device, WiFi and electricity at home. After three weeks of working with the ...
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March 23, 2021
March 26, 2021
March 26, 2021
14-year-old in custody over marijuana snacks in school
A 14-year-old student from SC McPherson is in police custody after he allegedly brought marijuana laced snacks to the school and sold them to students.
'Man tried to snatch my girl in school'
April 01, 2021
'Man tried to snatch my girl in school'
A MOTHER was yesterday brought to tears as she recalled the horrifying moment that she saw a man attempt to steal her seven-year-old daughter from school.
Cancellation of school bus contracts 'heartless'
April 16, 2021
Cancellation of school bus contracts 'heartless'
AFTER seven of eight school bus transportation contracts in Central Andros were brought to an end, some have complained of political victimisation.
Five schools found to have COVID cases
April 20, 2021
Five schools found to have COVID cases
BAHAMAS Union of Teachers President Belinda Wilson yesterday expressed concern with the number of suspected COVID-19 cases being recorded in public schools across New Providence, claiming that most of the cases are students, some "as young as five-years-old".
Lloyd: No concern about an outbreak in schools
April 20, 2021
Lloyd: No concern about an outbreak in schools
EDUCATION Minister Jeffrey Lloyd said he has "no concern at all" that an outbreak will occur at schools open for face-to-face learning despite a health official believing the country is experiencing a third wave.
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