San Pedro High School

The condition of a basketball court is crucial for the game's overall quality. Recognizing its importance, RE/MAX Belize Real Estate has partnered with the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) to renovate the Boca del Rio Park basketball court. This initiative began on October 9th with repairs to the concrete flooring. The comprehensive revitalization plan includes a new court design inspired by the Belizean flag and replacing two basketball rims. The goal is to create a safe and engaging environment for the youth of Ambergris Caye, promoting access to high-quality outdoor sports and encouraging positive recreational activities.

On Wednesday, October 2nd, the Belize National Teachers Union (BNTU) issued a press release reporting that more than 130 teachers had not received their salaries for September. This non-payment led to significant discontent among the affected teachers, who anticipated their hard-earned compensation to be fully disbursed by the end of the month. In a quick response, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology (MoECST) addressed the recent concern. They recognize and share the problem of ensuring that teachers are paid promptly and efficiently and providing the public with clarifications.

The San Pedro Volleyball Association completed its second week of games for the 2024 Indoor Volleyball tournament at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium on Sunday, September 29th. The event lasted from 4:30PM to 8:30PM and drew an enthusiastic audience ready to support their favorite team. Each match showcased the talent and abilities of the participating teams, providing intense and high-energy volleyball action. The victorious teams for the second week of games included San Pedro High School (SPHS) JRS, Isla Bonita Girls, Ambergris Caye Elementary School (ACES) Boys, Isla Bonita Boys, SPHS Sharks, Wild Sets, and Team Vikings, all of whom demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship and determination throughout their matches.

The 8th annual San Pedro Indoor Volleyball Tournament opened at the San Pedro High School Auditorium on Sunday, September 22nd, from 4 to 7PM. Coach Erick Santizo organized the event, which featured a diverse group of participants, including five female teams under 15, six male teams under 15, four COED teams, three female senior teams, and four male senior teams. This ensured that everyone had a chance to participate and showcase their skills.

Students from six primary schools joined San Pedro High School (SPHS) on Friday, September 20th, to celebrate the annual Children’s Rally at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. The Children’s Rally is held countrywide as part of the September Celebrations to promote patriotism among Belizean children. This year's theme was “A Nation Proud and Free: Belize at 43.” The event included motivational speeches, patriotic poems and dramas, and a special performance by Chelsy Castro, the national KTV (Karaoke) Singing Competition winner.

The Noche Centro Americana celebration, a vibrant display of cultural diversity, took place on Saturday, September 14th, at the Honorable Louis Sylvester Sporting Arena. This annual event features a rich tapestry of culinary delights, cultural presentations, and entertainment in honor of the Independence Day celebrations of Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Mexico.

On Friday, August 29th, San Pedro High School (SPH) was full of excitement as it hosted its highly anticipated annual Freshman's Day. This special event marked the official welcome for the new class of first-year students and is a tradition rooted in the school's history. Since the school's relocation to Laguna Drive in 1987, Freshman's Day has been a beloved occasion.

The Belize Education Upliftment Project (EUP) is a government-backed initiative to improve education in secondary schools. It covers student tuition, meals, uniforms, transportation, and educational devices and enhances the school's infrastructure and resources. On March 8th, Prime Minister John Briceño announced an expansion of the EUP. He mentioned that 12 new high schools would join the program for the 2024-2025 academic year, including the San Pedro High School (SPHS). Currently, the SPHS management is in discussions with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology (MoECST) to address the higher costs of resources and services in San Pedro Town compared to the mainland. SPHS supports the project but is seeking adjustments to ensure it can cover its operational expenses.