Amiah Chang from Claudia Creque Educational Centre and Yasmeen Said from St. George’s Secondary School emerged as the winners in their respective divisions of the Territory’s anti-bullying speech competition, which concluded on Wednesday, October 16, at Elmore Stoutt High School. In the primary school category, Chang secured first place, with John Claude Vergara of St. … Continued
The British Virgin Islands will welcome its first-ever School of Medicine in August 2025, as Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) expands its Caribbean presence with a new campus in Tortola. The inaugural class will consist of 50 students, with an additional 75 students set to enrol in Fall 2026. This major development marks the opening … Continued
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports has issued a statement addressing a second allegation of sexual molestation against a male teacher at the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS), just weeks into the new school year. This follows a similar accusation that was made against another male teacher of the school at the beginning … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Airports Authority (BVIAA) is celebrating the success of seven Air Traffic Control Officers who have completed the Aeronautical Meteorology Observer Training Course, achieving a 100% pass rate. The specialized training, conducted in partnership with the Caribbean Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (CIMH), is part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to uphold … Continued
Team BVI has proudly wrapped up their journey at the First Global Challenge 2024 in Greece, achieving an impressive overall ranking of #111 out of 180 teams, marking a significant leap from their #143 position in the previous year’s competition. In the Caribbean region, Team BVI secured the 6th spot, reflecting their growth and dedication … Continued
Orrett Donald Kennedy from St. George’s Secondary School has emerged as the top student in the 2024 Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) exams in the Virgin Islands. Kennedy demonstrated exceptional academic proficiency by sitting 11 subjects and securing an impressive nine Grade I passes, earning him the top spot in this … Continued
Five young innovators from the Virgin Islands are set to showcase their skills on a global platform, as they participate in the FIRST Global Robotics Competition in Athens, Greece. This international event, known for its focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, will see the team representing their home territory with pride and … Continued
Aspiring scholars in the Virgin Islands are being encouraged to apply for the prestigious Chevening Scholarship, a fully funded opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree at one of over 150 universities across the United Kingdom. Applications are now open for the 2025-2026 academic year, with the deadline set for November 5, 2024. To help potential … Continued
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports has issued an urgent public alert regarding a fraudulent advertisement scheme currently proliferating on social media platforms. In a bulletin released on September 11, 2024, the ministry warned residents about a deceptive campaign falsely offering free online courses, certificates, and job recommendations purportedly on behalf of the … Continued
Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and Third District resident, Julian Willock, has announced an innovative approach to his 2024 Back-to-School initiative dubbed “3 Hours, 3 Schools in District 3”, which will target three schools in the Sea Cows Bay area with direct donations. Willock, alongside his Third District Committee, has selected the Seventh-day … Continued
