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Mitchell visits Walter Parker Primary School
September 09, 2010
Mitchell visits Walter Parker Primary School
Freeport, Grand Bahama - This morning PLP representatives, Fred Mitchell, M.P., Alfred
Sears, M.P., and Senator Dr. Michael Darville accepted an invite from
teachers of Walter Parker Primary School to meet with them to hear
further of their concerns since the opening of school.
A meeting was held during the break period at the school and was
attended by Ministry of Education School Superi...
September 12, 2010
FNM expresses gratitude on a smooth school openings in the country
Nassau, Bahamas - With the arrival
of another week of school, the FNM expresses gratitude to the numerous
public servants, workers and contractors who helped to ensure that these
openings were conducted in a timely and efficient manner.
Those to be
thanked include teachers, the staff of both the Ministry of Education
and the Ministry of Works, the Royal Bahamas Police Force and other
...
September 12, 2010
FNM expresses gratitude on smooth school openings in the country
Nassau, Bahamas - With the arrival
of another week of school, the FNM expresses gratitude to the numerous
public servants, workers and contractors who helped to ensure that these
openings were conducted in a timely and efficient manner.
Those to be
thanked include teachers, the staff of both the Ministry of Education
and the Ministry of Works, the Royal Bahamas Police Force and other
...
September 11, 2010
MP hits back at minister over school furniture shortage
By DENISE MAYCOCK
Tribune Freeport Reporter
dmaycock@tribunemedia.net
FREEPORT - Fox Hill MP Fred Mitchell says that Education Minister Desmond Bannister has sought to blame the PLP for the shortfall in school furniture and teachers shortages in Grand Bahama, when the PLP has been out office since 2007.
Mr Mitchell noted that there is a critical shortage of furniture at the Walter Parker Prima...
September 12, 2010
Minister blames school furniture problem on former administration
By TANEKA THOMPSON
Tribune Staff Reporter
tthompson@tribunemedia.net
CONCERNS over a lack of sufficient school furniture in the nation's public schools are being addressed by the government, said Education Minister Desmond Bannister who blamed the problem on poor oversight by the former administration.
His comments are the latest in the war of words between the minister and opposition MPs Fred...
September 12, 2010
FNM gives thanks over 'timely and efficient' opening of the school year
THE Free National Movement expressed its gratitude yesterday to the numerous public servants, workers and contractors who helped to ensure the opening of the school year was done in a "timely and efficient manner".
With this gratitude extending to the teachers and staff of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Works, the Royal Bahamas Police Force and other agencies, the FNM said these pu...
Teachers and furniture for North Andros High School
September 12, 2010
Teachers and furniture for North Andros High School
MINISTER of Education Desmond Bannister travelled to North Andros to inform parents in Nicolls Town that the five "much needed teachers" for the North Andros High School will be arriving there today.
Mr Bannister also told the packed auditorium that the school would be receiving the furniture it required to be fully functional by next week.
The Minister noted that the delay in the teacher postin...
September 14, 2010
Mary Star of the Sea Catholic School to Celebrate 50 Years of Excellence in October
Grand Bahama, The Bahamas -
Mary Star of the Sea Catholic
School will be celebrating its 50 year anniversary this October. A grand
celebration is planned for the October weekend holiday. Many former
students and teachers from around the world are planning to attend and
renew they acquaintance with their beloved primary school.
Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic
School was opened in August of 19...
School staff stop teen suicide attempt
September 16, 2010
School staff stop teen suicide attempt
A teenager's bid to commit suicide was thwarted by staff at Anatol Rodgers High School yesterday.
The 15-year-old is said to have tried to take his own life using a pair scissors but was quickly stopped by an administrator. However, he received some injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. The extent of his injuries and his condition are not known.
Police to beef up school patrols
September 17, 2010
Police to beef up school patrols
As violence continues to escalate in and around public school grounds, Police Commissioner Ellison Greenslade said the police force intends to beef up school patrols in an effort protect the nation's youth.
But Greenslade admitted that it's an effort that is filled with challenges.
SCHOOL'S SECOND SUICIDE ATTEMPT IN THE SAME DAY
September 15, 2010
SCHOOL'S SECOND SUICIDE ATTEMPT IN THE SAME DAY
A SECOND teenager attempted to commit suicide the same day a student tried to kill himself on his high school's campus, police said.
Around 10.20pm on Tuesday, a 15-year-old girl slit her wrists and swallowed an excessive number of pills in a bid to end her life, said Press Liaison Officer Sergeant Chrislyn Skippings.
Police were called to her home in Colony Village and the girl was taken to hos...
September 16, 2010
McCartney: No need to increase police patrols in GB school zones
By LEDEDRA MARCHE
Senior FN Reporter
lededra@nasguard.com
Freeport, Grand Bahama-With a heightened number of incidences of violence among students in the capital in recent weeks, government has decided to increase the police presence in school zones, but that move, the Grand Bahama police chief revealed, only applies to New Providence.
In fact, Senior Assistant Commissioner Quinn McCartney toldTh...
September 17, 2010
Education Minister tours schools during two-day trip to North and Central Andros
WHILE students and parents have expressed dismay over the fact that teaching scholarships will henceforth only be issued to persons whose goals are aligned with the national goals, Education Minister Desmond Bannister said that the government has had to take this stance to ensure that the country has teachers in the future to educate the Bahamian population.
Addressing schools in North and Centra...
September 17, 2010
MINISTER ENCOURAGES CARMICHAEL PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
THE staff and students of Carmichael Primary School were elated to see Minister of Education Desmond Bannister, who decided to visit them for their first assembly of the new school year.
Through song, prayer and poetry, the assembly focused on the theme "Respect", and the students who performed asked their peers to make excellence, service, participation, attention, preparation and encouragemen...
September 20, 2010
Turnquest: Police focused on addressing school violence
By JASMIN BONIMY
Guardian Staff Reporter
jasmin@nasguard.com
With several violent incidents occurring on or around school grounds last week, Minister of National Security Tommy Turnquest insisted yesterday that police are taking a proactive approach to dealing with the problem.
Speaking to reporters after officially opening"Fire Safety Awareness Week 2010,"Turnquest said he has been assured that ...
September 22, 2010
Deep Creek Middle School Alumni Excel at Home and Abroad
Deep Creek, The Bahamas
- Deep Creek Middle School (DCMS) alumni
continue to excel in their academic studies, achieving success both in The
Bahamas and in the U.S. Kaziah Rolle, a 2010 DCMS Alumna from Deep Creek, has
received a full scholarship valued at over $45,000 a year to attend the Westover
School for Girls in Connecticut.
2007 DCMS Alumna Chelsea Williams earned numerous awards
upon grad...
School suspensions quadruple in three years
September 21, 2010
School suspensions quadruple in three years
By NOELLE NICOLLS
Tribune Staff Reporter
nnicolls@tribunemedia.net
THE rate of suspensions in schools has almost quadrupled in the past three years - up to a rate of five per day, in some cases, according to youth workers, who say the school system has more problems than administrators are willing to admit.
The Hope Centre Ministries operates a suspension programme in Oakes Field. In its first...
September 22, 2010
Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Foundation Calls on Governor General
Nassau, Bahamas - Board of
Directors from the Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year
Foundation 2010 - 2011 Leadership Team present His Excellency the
Governor General with a book 'Awards Ceremony' during a courtesy call
at Government House on Wednesday, August 22, 2010. Pictured from left:
Cassandra Bowles, Corporate Secretary; Myra E. Mitchell, Vice-President
of Communications; Ricardo ...
MP: School 'short of teachers, furniture'
September 26, 2010
MP: School 'short of teachers, furniture'
NORTH Andros High School is suffering from a shortage of seven teachers, 120 chairs and 50 desks, its local MP has claimed.
Vincent Peet said a promise on September from Minister of Education Desmond Bannister that steps would be taken to ensure the teachers would be in place "within a week" has not been followed through.
He called on Mr Bannister "on behalf of the students, teachers and parents...
B.U.T President Not Confident Schools Will Be Ready
August 23, 2023
B.U.T President Not Confident Schools Will Be Ready
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Less than a week away from the opening of government schools across the country, the Bahamas Union of Teachers President Belinda Wilson isn't convinced schools will be ready for the opening.
August 23, 2023
Back to School Tips: It's Not About Fighting, It's About Teaching
GRAND BAHAMA, BAHAMAS - Sensei Dwayne King, founder of King's Martial Arts Academy, has been practicing martial arts disciplines for 46 years and began teaching five years ago.
Work In Progress: R.M. Bailey School "Truss Issues"
August 23, 2023
Work In Progress: R.M. Bailey School "Truss Issues"
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Summer repairs at the R.M. Bailey Sr. High School grabbed the national spotlight earlier this month after "truss issues" caused the collapse of a roof.
Tips for Sending Your Child to Pre-School
August 22, 2023
Tips for Sending Your Child to Pre-School
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - If you're sending your toddler to preschool for the very first time, the thought alone may be nerve-wrecking but here are some tips that can assist you.
How to Shop Trendy for the New School Year
August 21, 2023
How to Shop Trendy for the New School Year
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - This past weekend parents have been out and about taking advantage of the VAT holiday on back-to-school items, ensuring that their little ones are equipped for the new term.
August 21, 2023
PM tours renovations of govt schools, says he is 'pleased with the work'
PRIME Minister Philip "Brave" Davis toured several government schools under renovation yesterday as the new school year nears.
Advice For Parents Ahead of The School Year
August 21, 2023
Advice For Parents Ahead of The School Year
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - As schools across the country gear up to reopen, many parents are out and about preparing for their children to return to the classrooms.
Officials Tour Schools Under Renovation
August 21, 2023
Officials Tour Schools Under Renovation
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - A delegation of government and education officials touring several schools under renovation. It comes a week before the official opening of public schools.
School repairs will be done in time, minister says
August 21, 2023
School repairs will be done in time, minister says
While most public schools are expected to open their doors to students on August 28th, "one or two" schools will start with alternative plans before coming on campus, according to Minister of Education Glenys Hanna-Martin.
Nassau Cruise Port Ltd. Supports Local Community with Back-to-School Donation to Mt. Olive Baptist Church
August 21, 2023
Nassau Cruise Port Ltd. Supports Local Community with Back-to-School Donation to Mt. Olive Baptist Church
Nassau Cruise Port Ltd. is delighted to showcase its commitment to the local community through a generous back-to-school donation benefiting Mt. Olive Baptist Church for the second year. In an effort to assist families in need as they prepare for the upcoming school year, Nassau Cruise Port Ltd. has provided thirty $50 gift certificates to John's Shoes, a well-known footwear retailer.
August 21, 2023
Hanna-Martin speaks to countering social promotion in schools, improvement in math instruction, and strengthening of the technical and vocational stream
Strategies to counter the effects of social promotion in public schools are being implemented by the Ministry of Education and Technical and Vocational Training. Glenys Hanna-Martin, minister with responsibility for schools, shared steps toward this goal during the 2023 Public School Administrators' Conclave on August 14. "To counter the deleterious effects of social promotion, the ...
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