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King's College School Breaks Ground on $13M Beachfront Boarding House
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - King's College School is set to redefine the educational experiences available in the country and the wider region as it breaks ground on a multi-million dollar, one-of-a-kind beachfront boarding house.
Children of Fresh Creek Primary School, Andros, recognize World Wetlands Day
Fresh Creek Primary School children, in Andros, were reminded of the importance of environmental awareness and conservation by Minister of the Environment and Natural Resources the Hon. Vaughn Miller and State Minister the Hon. Zane Lightbourne during their World Wetlands Day (February 2) visit to Andros.
Political representatives from the FNM and COI support public school security officers protest outside OPM
Political representatives from the FNM and COI support public school security officers protest outside OPM
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Deputy Leader of the Coalition of Independents (COI) Maria Daxon and Free National Movement (FNM) member Richard Johnson stood in solidarity with public school security officers Tuesday morning as they staged a protest outside the Office of the Prime Minister in an attempt to force government's hand to pay them monies which [...]
Public school security officers stage protest outside the Office of the Prime Minister over backpay
Public school security officers stage protest outside the Office of the Prime Minister over backpay
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Security officers from various public schools across New Providence staged a demonstration outside the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) Tuesday morning to demand the Minister of Education to immediately address backpay. Some union members say they are being misrepresented by Bahamas Public Services Union (BPSU) President Kimsley Ferguson; one demonstrator told Eyewitness [...]
DUE PROCESS: Education Minister says payments for public school security guards are "on the way"
DUE PROCESS: Education Minister says payments for public school security guards are "on the way"
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Minister of Education and Technical & Vocational Studies Glenys Hanna-Martin admitted to the media Tuesday morning that there were some challenges regarding on-time payment to public school security guards; but, asserted that payment is on the way. Hanna-Martin noted that her ministry communicated, to the security guards, that monies would be paid in January, [...]
PM says Launch of the Official Consultation for the Bahamas Creative and Performing Arts School is the ‘start of something special’
During his remarks at the Launch of the Official Consultation for the Bahamas Creative and Performing Arts School (CAPAS) on January 31, 2024, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis stated that it was “truly a landmark day, and the start of something very special."
Promoting Healthy Hygiene Throughout Schools On NP
Promoting Healthy Hygiene Throughout Schools On NP
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - After noticing an uptick in women who present with hormonal imbalances, cancer and other health-related issues, a local physician discovers the cause traces back to a lot of the products we use in and on our bodies.
Govt holds consultation session for a Creative and Performing Arts School
GOVERNMENT officials held a consultation session for the Bahamas Creative and Performing Arts School (CAPAS) yesterday, marking what they called a significant step in developing an artistic hub for students.
Creative Arts School Hopes To Open Doors In 2026
Creative Arts School Hopes To Open Doors In 2026
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Ian Poitier has been selected as the project lead for the Creative and Performing Arts School, also known as CAPAS.
St George's High School unofficial winner of GB Junior Junkanoo
ST George's High School is the unofficial winner of the 2024 Anthony "Huck" Williams Junior Junkanoo Parade in Grand Bahama.
Juvenile remanded to Simpson Penn School for Boys following arraignment on firearm posession charges
Juvenile remanded to Simpson Penn School for Boys following arraignment on firearm posession charges
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Police say a juvenile male was arraigned in the Eight Mile Rock Magistrate Court, Monday, January 28, 2024, on two (2) counts of possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. The boy was not required to enter a plea and was remanded to the Simpson Penn School for Boys until March 12th, 2024. [...]
School Zones Are Sacred
School Zones Are Sacred
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Baha Mar Resort Foundation donated $200,000 to the Calvin Morely Safe School Zone initiative.
Scotia Hosts Island-Wide School Tour
Scotia Hosts Island-Wide School Tour
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - In preparation for the event, Scotia Bank, the official bank of Jr. Junkanoo is taking the initiative by hosting a school tour to build momentum.
"VIOLENCE AND GANGS DON'T GET YOU NOWHERE IN LIFE": Teens behind 'Get Dem Reggie' video using platform to reduce school violence
TWO Bahamian teenagers who became a viral sensation for their captivating "Get Dem Reggie" video are now using their platform to reduce school violence, saying they want students to know that "violence and gangs don't get you nowhere in life".
Baha Mar Foundation and govt join to launch the Calvin J Morley Safe School Zone initiative
Baha Mar Foundation and govt join to launch the Calvin J Morley Safe School Zone initiative
THE aunt of Calvin Morley, Jr, a 13-year-old killed while trying to cross the street on his way home from school in 2012, said his memory will live on through a safe school zone initiative launched yesterday in his honour.
Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Foundation president appointed to Bethune-Cookman University's Board of Visitors
Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Foundation President and CEO, Ricardo Deveaux was recently appointed to Bethune-Cookman University's (BCU) newly created Board of Visitors, a support organization created by the University's Board of Trustees to bring together distinguished Bethune-Cookman alumni, friends and former trustees as goodwill ambassadors for the university.
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The Baha Mar Foundation donates $200k to launch the Calvin Morley Safe School Zone Initiative
The Baha Mar Foundation donates $200k to launch the Calvin Morley Safe School Zone Initiative
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Baha Mar Resort Foundation (BRF), in partnership with various government agencies, has launched the "Calvin Morley Safe School Zone Initiative," which will focus on establishing road policies around all schools in New Providence, and Family Islands, to help make school zones less hazardous for students. The BRF is expected to provide [...]
Sailing School To Benefit From Brand New Boat
Sailing School To Benefit From Brand New Boat
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Last year the government declared that sailing is the national sport of the country and almost immediately British High Commissioner Thomas Hartley came on board to assist in that effort.
Eugene Dupuch Law School joins forces with The University Of The Bahamas on Legal Education Initiative
Eugene Dupuch Law School joins forces with The University Of The Bahamas on Legal Education Initiative
In alignment with its commitment to delivering top-tier legal education across the region, the Council of Legal Education at Eugene Dupuch Law School (EDLS) is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with the University of The Bahamas’ NorthernCampus (UB North) on its UB-IGNITE project. Launched in 2023, this initiative is the result of a strategic alliance between the Inter-American De...
Eugene Dupuch Law School Joins forces with The University Of The Bahamas on Legal Education Initiative
Eugene Dupuch Law School Joins forces with The University Of The Bahamas on Legal Education Initiative
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Council of Legal Education at Eugene Dupuch Law School collaborates with the University of The Bahamas' Northern Campus on its UB-IGNITE project.
UB North Signs MOU With Eugene Dupuch Law School
UB North Signs MOU With Eugene Dupuch Law School
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The University of The Bahamas Northern Campus and the Council on Legal Education, Eugene Dupuch Law School, signed a Memorandum of Understanding recently.
Teen granted $5,000 bail after stealing from school
Teen granted $5,000 bail after stealing from school
A 16-year-old boy was granted $5,000 bail after he was accused of breaking into a primary school over the Christmas break and stealing $800 in school property.
Education minister provides an update on fire at S.C McPherson Junior High School
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Minister of Education and Technical & Vocational Training Glenys Hanna-Martin says education officials are working swiftly to address issues that arose following a fire at S.C McPherson Junior High School which destroyed a block of classrooms last week. The minister expects for normal operations to resume at the school within the coming [...]
The Integration of Sailing in Schools is a Significant Leap Forward for Junior Sailing says Minister
The Integration of Sailing in Schools is a Significant Leap Forward for Junior Sailing says Minister
The Hon. Clay Sweeting, Minister of Works and Family Island Affairs on Monday underscored the government’s commitment to youth empowerment as his ministry strengthened its partnership with the Ministry of Education and Technical and Vocational Training (MOETVT) through its recently launched Co-Curricular Activities Programme.
Evidence Shows More Bahamian Students In Public Schools
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The education director says the evidence doesn't show public schools are populated mostly with foreign nationals. Her comments come after Pastor T.G. Morrison made a claim during his Majority Rule day speech that the public school system is made up of foreigners.
The Integration of Sailing in Schools is a Significant Leap Forward for Junior Sailing says Minister
The Integration of Sailing in Schools is a Significant Leap Forward for Junior Sailing says Minister
The Hon. Clay Sweeting, Minister ofWorks and Family Island Affairs on Monday underscored the government’s commitment to youth empowerment as his ministry strengthened its partnership with the Ministry of Education and Technical and Vocational Training (MOETVT) through its recently launched Co-Curricular Activities Programme.
The Integration of Sailing in Schools is a Significant Leap Forward for Junior Sailing Says Minister
The Integration of Sailing in Schools is a Significant Leap Forward for Junior Sailing Says Minister
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Minister of Works and Family Island Affairs, Clay Sweeting, on Monday underscored the government's commitment to youth empowerment as his ministry strengthened its partnership with the Ministry of Education and Technical and Vocational Training through its recently launched Co-Curricular Activities Programme.
National hotline to report children on the streets during school hours launched
THE Ministry of Education launched its national school attendance hotline on Friday and called on the public to report any child on the streets during school hours.
National School Attendance Hotline launched
National School Attendance Hotline launched
The Ministry of Education and Technical and Vocational Training has launched a Hotline to support its efforts to boost school attendance.
Water Shortage Impacting Exuma School Hours
Water Shortage Impacting Exuma School Hours
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The L.N. Coakley High School in Exuma has been suffering from water challenges.