Education

Education January 27, 2020

Gender Equity in Education

The Prime Minister signed a loan agreement with the IDB to improve gender equity in education at primary and secondary levels.

Education January 24, 2020

Claver Cuts Ties With Evening Extension

St. Peter Claver Primary School in Punta Gorda has notified the Claver Adult and Continuing Education programme to vacate the premises by June 30, 2020.

Education January 24, 2020

From Cops to Detectives

Thirty police officers completed a three-week training course to improve their investigative skills at the police training academy.

Education January 23, 2020

BNTU Says Teachers Are Threatened With Violence

The BNTU defends a teacher after a parent was arrested for violence and raises concerns about teacher safety in schools.

Education January 21, 2020

BNTU in A Feisty Mood with GOB

The BNTU continues its Green Friday activism as teachers express dissatisfaction with the Ministry of Education over contract and appointment issues.

Education January 20, 2020

Julian Cho, the Many Irregularities

An Auditor General's Report reveals serious financial mismanagement and procurement irregularities at Julian Cho Technical High School from 2014 to 2016.

Education January 17, 2020

Youth Certificates Better Late Than Never

Sixty graduates of the Youth Apprenticeship Program in Belize City received their certificates after a delay due to a missing signature from Minister Patrick Faber.

Education January 17, 2020

High Irregularities At Julian Cho High

The Auditor General's report reveals financial irregularities at Julian Cho Technical High School, including unapproved contracts awarded to staff members.

Education January 17, 2020

Hon. Requena Rails About Julian Cho High

Oscar Requena discussed the state of affairs at Julian Cho High during a House debate despite procedural objections.

Education January 13, 2020

Judiciary Trying to Keep Kids Out of Jail

The Chief Justice announced a Child Diversion Program aimed at preventing young offenders from entering the criminal justice system.

Education January 9, 2020

“Windcuttaz” Now Water-Cutter, The Sea Scout

The Sea Scout and Mentorship program, led by the Belize Coast Guard, aims to guide at-risk youth through various activities including music and sports.

Education December 24, 2019

Bollywood Star Bringing Crocs to Belize

25,000 Belizean children received new Crocs sandals from UNICEF and actress Priyanka Chopra to help them attend school.