2010 Press Release

Press Releases: 2010

Work Ramping Up: The Education Minister says he's happy with the progress made on the Clifton Hunter High School site. 17th December 2010, 9:41am
Gearing Up!: A recent meeting updated local contractors on forthcoming tender packages for the new schools' projects. 7th December 2010, 4:29pm
Spelling History: Three boys spelled their way into history during the 2010 RBC Primary School Spelling Bee finals. 3rd December 2010, 1:09pm
Minister's Message: Hon. Rolston Anglin urges all to focus on abilities on this International Day for Persons with Disabilities. 3rd December 2010, 12:30pm
Celebrating Ability: Friday, 3 December is observed worldwide as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. 3rd December 2010, 11:50am
Reading Starts at Home: The theme of this year's Reading Week is: "Families and Literacy". 17th November 2010, 1:48pm
Busy Reading Week: Parents, guardians and community members are invited to participate in reading week activities with primary students. 16th November 2010, 10:37am
I'm Special - and I Need...: An autism-awareness workshop prepares teachers to assist their special needs pupils. 10th November 2010, 6:48pm
Catching Up Struggling Readers: An Education Ministry partnership with Catch Up Literacy prepared more than 30 public school educators to assist students. 8th November 2010, 6:41pm
Highlighting Cultural Diversity: Students got up-close and personal with new cultures on United Nations Day. 2nd November 2010, 6:27pm
Interim Contracts Terminated: This CIG CMHSL contract termination paves the way for the new construction management team. 27th October 2010, 4:04pm
Adult Education Classes Offered: The classes will prepare them for the CXC and GCSE, say Education Services officials. 18th October 2010, 5:01pm
International Teachers' Day: "This most important of professions does not always get the recognition it deserves," says Education Minister, Hon. Rolston Anglin. 5th October 2010, 12:30pm
Building the Wealth of Nations: A Cayman delegation attended the UNESCO Early Childhood Care and Education Conference in Russia. 4th October 2010, 3:37pm
A Learning Boost: A local retailer donates to government primary and high schools. 4th October 2010, 3:07pm
Public Schools Closed Today: The Ministry of Education, together with the Department of Education Services advise parents and guardians that because weather conditions are now expected to deteriorate further, in the interest of safety, government schools will be closed today. 29th September 2010, 11:53am
Priming Kids for Success: The second Passport2Success offering will prepare 24 youngsters to enter the working world. 22nd September 2010, 4:14pm
A School Renamed: The late Sir John A. Cumber and Mrs. Shirley Kidd are recognised for their contributions to education in the Cayman Islands. 16th September 2010, 5:54pm
Schools' Tender Awarded: The new schools’ tender has been awarded to a local coalition for $2.269 Million. 15th September 2010, 2:27pm
Autism Awareness is Key: Pre-school teachers and nurses are invited to participate in free autism awareness training. 15th September 2010, 2:03pm
Time Out for Literacy: Education officials spent International Literacy Day with primary school students across the island. 9th September 2010, 4:03pm
New Bridges to Success: Students are reminded on their first day, to make the most of their second chance. 8th September 2010, 12:16pm
Making Preparations: Students are advised on selecting course options and preparing for the new Year 12 programme. 6th September 2010, 11:44am
Out and About for New Teachers: More than 30 new teachers get a taste of Cayman's cultural experience. 6th September 2010, 11:26am
Further Uniform Delays: Some uniforms will not arrive as previously scheduled. For September only, students must comply with a prescribed dress code. 1st September 2010, 1:47pm
School Uniforms Delayed: Uniforms for the two government high schools and the CI Further Education Centre won't be available until 2 September. 27th August 2010, 6:33pm
When Less is More: Starting September, the Ministry of Education will introduce students to healthier lunch and snack options. 26th August 2010, 3:57pm
Official Response: Government responds to a Grand Court judgement regarding the TJI vs. Cayman Islands Government litigation. 26th August 2010, 3:13pm
New Teachers Swell the Ranks: Forty-five new teachers, including seven Caymanians, were welcomed into the public-education service today. 25th August 2010, 2:54pm
External Examination Results: Exam results for public schools will be available on August 30 and 31, 2010. 20th August 2010, 5:21pm
Information for Year 12 Students: Monday, 6 September, is the official Year 12 start date for school. 18th August 2010, 1:43pm
GTPS Re-starts Reception Classes: Reception classes are offered again at George Town Primary School under a pilot programme. 27th July 2010, 1:22pm
Construction Continues: Work on both new schools is ongoing despite the re-tender of construction management Services. 22nd July 2010, 1:14pm
Agencies Pooling Efforts: Improved pension administration will result from an Employment Ministry, NPO and NPB partnership. 14th July 2010, 1:13pm
DER & NPO Proposed Reorganization Explained: Changes have yet to take full effect, but will bring greater efficiency to government services. 14th July 2010, 12:04pm
Teachers Feted: A special reception for Grand Cayman teachers closed the Honouring Our Educators month-long celebration. 2nd June 2010, 9:41am
Making An Impact: Volunteers with the Do Something World-Cayman Festival made a lasting impact at a local primary school. 25th May 2010, 1:44pm
Time to Choose: Ministry and Education Department officials help students select courses for the mandatory Year 12 programme. 25th May 2010, 1:11pm
Special Day for Teachers: Education Officials have given teachers a holiday as part of the month-long Honouring Our Educators celebration. 24th May 2010, 3:38pm
Teachers to be Honoured: A series of events will celebrate and recognise educators during May. 14th May 2010, 11:32am
School Registration Deadline: First-time government school students must register between 20 April and 20 July. 11th May 2010, 10:24am
Pension Holiday Gazetted: A temporary voluntary pension holiday for private sector employers and employees takes effect Monday, 26 April. 27th April 2010, 3:03pm
The Passport2Success Programme: Education ministry launches Passport2Success programme. 6th April 2010, 12:53pm
Tender Process for New Schools: Ministry seeks construction management services to complete new school projects. 18th February 2010, 9:06am
Strategy Outlined: Education Ministry details strategy for the completion of the John Gray and Clifton Hunter high schools. 27th January 2010, 3:28pm
New Graduation Criteria Coming: The Ministry considers adding academic and community service criteria for high school graduates. 22nd January 2010, 4:31pm
New Learning Opportunities: A mandatory programme will offer new opportunities for Year 12 students after external exams. 22nd January 2010, 4:00pm
Earthquakes & Schools: Education officials are reviewing yesterday’s earthquake response to make improvements. 21st January 2010, 4:31pm
Minister Comments on Incident: When the safety of staff, other students and parents is threatened, we have to act, says Minister Anglin. 21st January 2010, 4:09pm
Marine Photographs for Education: Award-winning marine photographers donate 800-plus marine images to Education Ministry. 14th January 2010, 4:10pm

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