Education
October 31, 2024
XVI Ministerial Forum on Development in Latin America and the Caribbean: Focus on Resilience in Barbados
Barbados hosts XVI Ministerial Forum on Development in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on resilience of small states and practical applications in education, housing, and transportation for societal and economic planning.
October 31, 2024
Students Take the Lead in Role-Reversal Initiative at Hindsbury Primary School for Reading Week Celebrations
Hindsbury Primary School students took on teaching roles during Reading Week, leading reading lessons with self-created materials to promote a love of reading and boost self-confidence.
October 31, 2024
Naomi Jordan Calls for Education System Changes to Support Students with Disabilities
Naomi Jordan, a student at Harrison College, advocates for better support for students with disabilities in Barbados. Her Bright for Sight Day initiative raises funds for the Irving Wilson School.
October 31, 2024
Barbados Rum Experience 2022: Education, Culture, and Global Participation at Radisson Hotel
The Barbados Rum Experience (BRE) offers a week-long immersion into the island's rum heritage, featuring educational seminars by Barbadian experts and exclusive distillery tours for global participants.
October 31, 2024
Hilda Skeene Primary School Enhances Student Literacy Through Creative Methods and Parental Engagement
Hilda Skeene Primary School's language department implements creative methods to enhance students' reading and writing skills. Efforts include engaging parents and utilizing innovative teaching techniques to address literacy challenges.
October 30, 2024
Barbados Road Tennis Association President Outlines Growth Plans for New Term
Barbados Road Tennis Association president Frederick Blunt outlines plans to expand the game in local schools and new markets. Recent re-election and key appointments signal growth and global outreach efforts.
October 30, 2024
Ellerton Primary School Closed Today Due to Ongoing Water Outage: Updates for Parents and Guardians
Ellerton Primary School closed due to ongoing water outage for student and staff safety. Updates will be provided. Parents advised to stay informed. Apologies for inconvenience.
October 29, 2024
St Luke’s Brighton Primary School to Close Early for Meeting with Environmental Testing Official; Ellerslie Secondary School Resumes Regular Schedule After Repairs
St Luke’s Brighton Primary School to close early for meeting on environmental test results. Ellerslie Secondary School resumes classes after burst pipe repair. Parents to collect children by 12:30 p.m.
October 28, 2024
President of Barbados Union of Teachers Urges Action on Education System Challenges
Barbados Union of Teachers President Rudy Lovell addresses pressing issues in education system, including school violence, infrastructure, and staffing during BUT’s 50th Anniversary Awards Gala. Calls for action and solutions.
October 27, 2024
Understanding Employment in Schools: Employer-Employee Relationships and Union Representation
A school functions as a place of socialization and learning, but it is also a workplace for teachers. This article explores the employer-employee relationship in schools, including contracts, rights, and trade unions.
October 27, 2024
Regional Hotelier Urges Education Sectors to Address Youth Deviance and Violence
Hotelier Ralph Taylor urges private and higher education sectors to address youth deviance and violence, praising The UWI Cave Hill campus for its role in societal change and proposing investments in tourism, entrepreneurship, and youth violence prevention.
October 26, 2024
Barbadian Minister Warns of Cybersecurity Threats Due to Inadequate Digital Safety Awareness
Barbados' Minister of Industry warns of cybersecurity risks due to public's poor digital safety understanding. Urgent need for public education on data management practices highlighted at panel discussion.