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San Pedro High School
Sports
5K Run/Walk Held in Support of Suicide Awareness Week
The community running group 501 Run Club, along with San Pedro High School’s (SPHS) Francisco Castellanos and Martin Dawson, organized a 5K Run/Walk on September 25th to advocate for suicide prevention. The event drew many participants who competed in three categories, with top finishers awarded medals and gift certificates.
Community and Society
2025 Children’s Rally Brings Out Students’ Patriotism in San Pedro
On Friday, September 19th, the annual Children’s Rally was celebrated across Belize. In San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, schools marked the occasion with parades and civic events. Upper-division students from island primary schools joined San Pedro High School (SPHS) at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium, while lower-division students paraded through downtown San Pedro in a colorful patriotic display.
Education
Former San Pedro High School Educator Teaching in the United States
Kyna Cal, a former teacher at San Pedro High School (SPHS) and leader of its marching band, is now a Spanish teacher in the United States, thanks to the support and guidance of Global Teaching Partners. This program recruits international teachers annually and is part of a U.S. Department of State initiative that places educators in full-time teaching positions at various elementary institutions. After approximately five years, participants return to their home countries to share their experiences with colleagues and students.
Education
22 Islanders Complete Secondary Studies with SPACE
Graduation season continues on La Isla Bonita. On June 14th, 22 students received their high school diplomas from the San Pedro Adult Continuing Education (SPACE) program. The ceremony celebrated the academic achievements of the graduates who completed their secondary studies through the evening program.
Education
122 students graduate from the San Pedro High School Class of 2025
The 2025 graduating class of San Pedro High School (SPHS) had commencement exercises on Saturday, June 7th, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. The graduation ceremony featured presentations, inspirational speeches, and the distribution of diplomas. The ceremony began at 4PM and was presided over by Samantha Santos and Zsapphirrah Coleman as the Mistresses of Ceremonies. The anticipated celebration, attended by ecstatic parents and friends, lasted more than two hours and highlighted the accomplishments of 122 students, who were awarded numerous awards of distinction and high school diplomas.
Community and Society
SPHS Celebrates “Golden Gala: A Night of Endless Elegance” at Prom 2025
San Pedro High School (SPHS) hosted its highly anticipated Prom 2025 on Friday, May 30th, under the theme “Golden Gala: A Night of Endless Elegance.” The Angel Nuñez Auditorium was transformed into a glamorous venue for the graduating class, marking the close of their high school journey. The event began shortly after 7PM and featured a dazzling display of gowns, tuxedos, and creative attire, with students confidently walking the red carpet to the admiration of spectators and judges.
Education
Government Internship Program Targets Belizean Youth
The Government of Belize has officially endorsed the 2025 Summer Internship Program, which provides students with valuable short-term employment and hands-on experience in public service. The initiative is coordinated by the Ministry of the Public Service, Constitutional and Political Reform, and Disaster Risk Management. It is open to Belizean students aged 16 and older, from third form to junior college, as well as recent graduates within the past year. The program will run for one to three months, part-time or full-time, and includes a stipend for participants who apply before the deadline.
Community and Society
Hol Chan Marine Reserve Launches 2025 Reef Fest
The Hol Chan Marine Reserve officially launched its annual Reef Fest over the weekend to promote environmental stewardship and community engagement. The festivities began on Saturday, May 10, with a large-scale beach cleanup along the northern coastline of San Pedro, near important sea turtle nesting areas. A volleyball competition took place the following day.
