Education

Education February 25, 2005

An End to CJC Food Fight

A truce has been reached in the food dispute at Corozal Junior College after mediation by Chief Education Officer Maud Hyde.

Education February 23, 2005

Gates Re-opened! Victory for CJC Students?

Students at Corozal Junior College protested the locking of the school gate, leading to its reopening after intervention from the Ministry of Education.

Education February 22, 2005

CJC Students Protest 'Lock-in'

Students at Corozal Junior College protested against the school's cafeteria food prices and management's decision to lock campus gates, claiming it restricted their choices.

Education February 22, 2005

ZBLOs Get Conflict Resolution Training

Zone Beat Liaison Officers participated in a conflict resolution workshop in Belize City to enhance their community policing skills.

Education February 22, 2005

Extended School Hours

Belizean children will make up lost school hours due to a recent teachers' strike by extending classroom time over the next three months.

Education February 18, 2005

New Study on The Impact of Crime on Children

A study presented by the Community Rehabilitation Department reveals the significant impact of crime and violence on children in Belize.

Education February 15, 2005

Youths Learning Life Skills

at-risk youths are learning life skills and job preparedness through Operation Positive Re-enforcement to help them overcome societal challenges and find employment.

Education February 9, 2005

Teachers Petition Their Union Leaders

Over 200 teachers have petitioned for a special BNTU conference to address concerns over the Council of Management's recent decision to end a strike.

Education February 9, 2005

Tourism Workers Get Certified

Over 75 tourism professionals received certification from the Tourism Training Unit to enhance their skills for the growing tourism industry.

Education February 8, 2005

Fonseca At City Schools

Minister of Education Francis Fonseca visited schools to support students after the teachers' strike and announced changes to the PSE exam schedule.

Education February 7, 2005

Schools Re-open, Students Return to Class

Schools across Belize reopened today as students returned to class following the end of a 12-day strike by the Belize National Teacher's Union.

Education February 4, 2005

Shutdown Update

Teachers across Belize remained on strike for the 12th day despite the BNTU's request for their return to the classroom.