Education
June 25, 2024
Barbados Secondary Schools' Entrance Exam Reveals Concerning Failure Rates in Mathematics Over Last Decade
Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance Examination results show a concerning trend with nearly half failing math. Top performers and national mean discussed, highlighting areas for improvement in education system.
June 25, 2024
Barbados Secondary Schools Entrance Exam: Mixed Results Revealed with Increased Public School Allocations
Barbados Secondary Schools Entrance Examinations (BSSEE) results show a mix: slight national mean score declines but more public school allocations. Minister McConney highlights areas for improvement and plans for student support.
June 25, 2024
Rock Christian School Student Excels in Common Entrance Exam, Earns Top 10 Spot at Harrison College
Zamara Dottin excels in Common Entrance Exam, ranking in top 10 with perfect Math score. Grateful for support, she credits hard work, balance, and faith for success. Heading to Harrison College.
June 25, 2024
Minister of Education Urges Government-Teacher Unity Amid School Closures
Minister of Education Kay McConney emphasizes unity between government and teachers' unions amid school closures due to sick-outs. Collaboration crucial for addressing challenges and ensuring quality education.
June 24, 2024
Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance Exam Results Revealed by Minister Kay McConney
Aryanna Bascombe and Finn Graham excel in Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance Examination with high scores in Math and English. Minister McConney addresses concerns over student performance and outlines improvement strategies.
June 24, 2024
Barbados Secondary Schools Examination 2024 Results: Top Students Achieve Identical Scores, Ministry of Education Reports Minimal Changes
Top students Aryanna Bascombe and Finn Graham achieved identical high scores in the Barbados Secondary Schools Entrance Examination (BSSEE), with Minister McConney noting minimal changes in student allocations to public schools this year.
June 24, 2024
Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance Exam Results announcement on June 24, 2024
The Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance Exam results for 2024 will be revealed on June 24 at 10:00 am at the Ministry of Education and streamed live on MRD's YouTube channel.
June 24, 2024
Deighton Griffith School Principal Clarifies Purpose of Upcoming 'Gender Day' Activity | Statement
Principal Michael Boyce clarifies the purpose of Deighton Griffith School's upcoming "Gender Day" activity, addressing concerns and explaining the structured discussions planned for boys and girls on various topics.
June 23, 2024
UWI Student Akebulan Thuo Wins National NCD Commission's Polo Shirt Design Competition
Akebulan Thuo from The University of the West Indies wins National NCD Commission's polo shirt design competition promoting a healthier Barbados. Other winners include students from primary and secondary schools.
June 22, 2024
Barbados Court of Appeal Decision on CXC Accountability and Rights of Students: A Closer Look Amidst Legal Challenges
The article discusses the Barbados Court of Appeal's decision on accountability and redress from CXC, a CARICOM organization, regarding students' rights to transcripts and grading issues. The legal implications are analyzed.
June 21, 2024
Extreme Heat Prompts Early School Dismissals in Orange County, New York | Heat Days Across Nation
Gabrielle Wessels' children's school in Orange County, NY, announced early dismissals due to extreme heat. Schools across the US are facing heat-related challenges amid record-breaking temperatures.
June 21, 2024
Salvage Operation Recovers Documents from Fire-Damaged Block D at Barbados Archives Department - Full Story Inside
Documents salvaged from Block D of the Archives Department after a fire at Lazaretto in Black Rock, St Michael. Efforts by Barbados Fire and Police Services, volunteers, and ROAD project members. Importance of digitizing records emphasized.