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Principal Emil Vasquez
Community and Society
Assessment of SPHS main building deems it safe; repairs on certain sections needed
At a meeting held on Thursday, August 31st, at the Angel Nunez Auditorium, the San Pedro High School (SPHS) management provided parents with an update on the structural damages affecting their main building. As per the report provided by Principal Emil Vasquez and the structural engineers, most of the building is in good condition except for three sections needing immediate repairs. These include the staff room, where the ceiling collapsed, and the computer and science lab. As further evaluations are made and plans to raise funds to complete all repairs begin, students will attend the Hon. Manuel Heredia Hall for most classes via a shifting system.
Education
SPHS main building deemed unsafe after staff room ceiling collapses; double shift system to be applied
The new school year is about to start, and some parents in San Pedro Town are concerned about the safety of the San Pedro High School’s (SPHS) infrastructure. Some days ago, it was reported that the staff room’s ceiling on the main building’s third floor collapsed. According to some parents, there have been no updates on the situation or the building conditions, even though classes are commencing on Monday, August 21st. On Friday, August 18th, Principal Emil Vasquez explained that they would not be using the main building and instead host students in another building on campus called Hon. Manuel Heredia Hall and implement a shift system.
Community and Society
SPHS remembers the late Maestro Angel Nuñez
On Friday, January 13th, the San Pedro High School (SPHS) held a special memorial to honor the late Rafael Angel Nuñez. A past teacher and principal at the island’s high school, Maestro Nuñez was also one of the school founders, who, along with other island pioneers, helped to bring secondary education to the island in 1971. The beloved San Pedrano was remembered with speeches and songs.
Education
San Pedro High School to start face to face classes for at-risk students next week
Starting Monday, December 6th, the San Pedro High School (SPHS) will welcome a portion of its student population for face-to-face classes. On Wednesday, December 1st, the school issued a letter informing parents that only at-risk students will be attending physical instruction while the rest of the student body will continue online learning. The administration of the SPHS said that this is necessary to help students improve their grades and be successful at school.
Education
SPHS; the first in Belize to get free Diginet High Speed Service
With the aim to officially launch the Diginet program at the school, SPHS becomes the first secondary institution to receive this program across the country.
Community and Society
SPTC celebrates island teachers and nurses
Teachers and nurses were guests of honor at the SPHS Auditorium, as the SPTC hosted them to an annual celebration in honor of Teacher & Nurses Week. Thank you for your service to our island ladies & gentlemen!
Education
Surveillance cameras installed at SPHS
In an effort to heighten school security measures, San Pedro High School has installed three surveillance cameras around the campus.
