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‘Revised Transition Plans’ For Some Students
The Ministry of Education announced “revised transition plans for Year 8 and M2 students for September 2025,” noting that “current M2 students will not physically move to the senior school site in 2025″ and “will remain at their respective middle school sites and complete a Y9 Senior programme.” A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Dr. James King Culinary Arts Scholarship
The Bermuda College Foundation announced the establishment of the Dr. James King Culinary Arts Scholarship, which has been funded by a private donor in Dr. King’s memory, with this year’s scholarship awarded to Rip Crockwell Laurent. A spokesperson said, “Dr. James King [1938-2019] chaired the Bermuda College Board from 1994 – 1997... Read more of this article
BCA Holds ‘Chess In Education’ Seminar
The Bermuda Chess Association [BCA] held a seminar training educators to use chess as a teaching tool, with all participants earning FIDE certification. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chess Association, in partnership with the world chess governing body FIDE, and the Department of Education successfully conducted a three-day seminar titled... Read more of this article
BUEI’s Young Reporters For The Environment
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the return of its Young Reporters For The Environment [YRE] National Competition, now in its third year in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “BUEI is the National Operator of the Foundation for Environmental Education programmes [FEE] in Bermuda, which includes the YRE programme and YRE Environmental... Read more of this article
Dive Into Barracuda Adventures At BUEI
Kids Hour Saturday at BUEI on March 15th will spotlight the barracuda. A spokesperson said, “Get ready for a thrilling underwater adventure with a spotlight on the fascinating and powerful barracuda! The next Kids Hour Saturday at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is scheduled for March 15th and will feature this sleek and speedy... Read more of this article
BELCO Opens Scholarship Program Applications
BELCO is now accepting applications for its 2025 scholarship program, offering over $100,000 in educational funding to Bermudian students pursuing careers in engineering, STEM, business, and sustainability. A spokesperson said, “These scholarships represent BELCO’s continued commitment to developing local talent and building Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Minister Reads To Students For World Book Day
As part of the 2025 World Book Day celebrations, Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne read to more than 30 students at Prospect Primary School on Friday [March 7]. A Government spokesperson said, “On Friday [March 7], as part of the 2025 World Book Day events, the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP, spent time reading... Read more of this article
2025 Endeavour Maritime Career Springboard
Endeavour has partnered with Bermuda College’s Athora Division of Professional and Career Education, to empower Bermudian youth with maritime training, employability skills and career development. A spokesperson said, “The Endeavour Maritime Career Springboard Programme provides hands-on training and maritime career exposure for Bermudian youth... Read more of this article
BCCL Launches Reception Year Program
BCCL launches a Reception Year program in September 2025, offering early education with small classes and the IEYC. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning School, [BCCL] is excited to announce the launch of its new Reception Year program, accepting students now for September 2025. This innovative early education program... Read more of this article
Spelling Bee Final At Berkeley On March 8
The final of the inaugural Bermuda Spelling Bee Competition will be held at The Berkeley Institute on Saturday [March 8], commencing at 2.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Buzz is in the air! The Bee is about to land! The Final of the inaugural Bermuda Spelling Bee Competition will be held at The Berkeley Institute on Saturday, 8th March, commencing... Read more of this article
CedarBridge Launch Parental Science Initiative
[Written by Melanie Burrows & Anya Thompson] In a dedicated effort to strengthen the connection between home support and classroom instruction, Ms. Melanie Burrows, Science Teacher at CedarBridge Academy, has restored a pioneering program to enhance the capacity of parents in supporting their children’s Science education. The program, known... Read more of this article
College Gala To Celebrate 50th Anniversary
Bermuda College will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a gala at the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club on April 5, honouring distinguished alumni and past Presidents. A spokesperson said, “Distinguished alumni and past Presidents are to be honoured when Bermuda College holds a gala celebrating its 50th anniversary. The event will take place at the... Read more of this article