Education
Island Schools Celebrate Student Achievement as Academic Year Ends
As the 2025-2026 academic year draws to a close, schools across San Pedro Town are recognizing student achievement through award ceremonies, graduations, and other end-of-year celebrations. The events honor...
Education
Ocean Academy Stands Firm as Government Moves Ahead with New High School
Ocean Academy, the only high school currently operating in Caye Caulker, says it intends to remain a grant-aided institution and does not plan to become a government school. The announcement follows reports that the school rejected the Ministry of Education's (MOE) request to voluntarily surrender its license as the government moves forward with plans to establish a public high school on La Isla Cariñosa.
Education
New Horizon SDA School Celebrates 57 Graduates for Class of 2026
New Horizon Seventh-day Adventist School held its 26th Consecration and Graduation Service on June 21st at 10AM at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium in San Pedro Town. Students, families, faculty, and school officials gathered for the formal ceremony, which celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 while emphasizing the school's spiritual values. A total of 57 students graduated and participated in the consecration service.
Education
SPACE Celebrates 15 Graduates at 14th Commencement Exercise
Graduation season continues across Belize, and on June 19th, 15 students received their high school diplomas through the San Pedro Adult Continuing Education (SPACE) program. The ceremony, held at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium, celebrated the academic achievements of the graduates, who completed their secondary education through the San Pedro Junior College's evening program.
Education
‘Dream, Believe, Achieve’: SPRCS Celebrates 2026 Graduates
San Pedro Roman Catholic School held its commencement exercises on Saturday, June 20th, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium, bringing together graduating students, faculty, clergy, and families for an afternoon of celebration and recognition. Held under the theme “Dream, Believe, Achieve: The Future Begins with Us,” the ceremony featured academic awards, student addresses, the presentation of graduation certificates, and a torch ceremony symbolizing the passing of leadership to younger students.
Education
New National Training Program Aims to Better Support Students with Special Needs
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology (MoECST) launched a national training program on June 17th to strengthen inclusive education for students with disabilities and learning differences. The week-long initiative brought together 55 teachers and Special Education Officers for in-person training sessions at the University of Belize in Belmopan and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Institute in Belize City. The Ministry, in collaboration with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), said the program will certify participants as Special and Inclusive Education Coaches.
Education
Isla Bonita Elementary honors 18 graduates in Class of 2026
The Isla Bonita Elementary School (IBES) celebrated its graduating Class of 2026 on Saturday, June 13th, during its 26th commencement exercise held at the Watermark Hotel. Family members, teachers, school officials, and friends gathered to honor the 18 students as they completed their primary school education and prepared to begin the next chapter of their academic journey.
Education
$47 Million Loan Approved for Early Childhood and Women’s Empowerment
On June 5th, the House of Representatives approved a US$23.5 million (BZ$47 million) loan from the International Development Association to fund Belize’s Early Childhood Development and Female Empowerment Project. Members of the House voted in favor of the loan during a session in Belmopan, endorsing a program to expand access to quality early childhood education and create greater economic opportunities for women across Belize, including in communities such as San Pedro.
Community and Society
Hol Chan to Host Free Guardians of the Reef Camp for Young Explorers
Hol Chan Marine Reserve will once again host its Guardians of the Reef Summer Camp, bringing free environmental education opportunities to children in San Pedro Town and Caye Caulker Village. The camp will run in San Pedro from June 29th to July 10th at the San Pedro Lions Den and in Caye Caulker from July 13 to 17 at the Caye Caulker Roman Catholic School. Open to children ages 5 to 13, the camp will take place daily from 8:30AM to 11:30AM.
Education
First National Student Assessment Piloted in Belize
On June 3rd and 4th, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology (MoECST) administered Belize’s first simultaneous nationwide student assessment. Under the pilot launch of the National Student Assessment System (NSAS), with more than 20,000 students participating across all districts, including schools in San Pedro. Students in Standards 1, 4, and 6 completed the Language Arts assessment on June 3rd, followed by the Mathematics assessments on June 4th.
Education
San Pedro High School Marks 50th Milestone with Record Graduation Class
San Pedro High School celebrated its 50th graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 6th, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium, beginning at 4PM. A total of 153 students crossed the stage, making this the largest graduating class in the school's history. The ceremony featured speeches, awards, and the formal presentation of diplomas, with Principal Maria C. Flota addressing graduates during the milestone event.