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San Pedro Roman Catholic School
Education
San Pedro Roman Catholic Schools host religion competition
On Monday, May 27th, around 1PM, the San Pedro Roman Catholic School (SPRCS) organized a religion competition for students in the upper division based on the book "Christ Our Life". Teachers use this book to help students learn about Christ and their Catholic faith. Students were tested based on their grade level, with Standard Four students tested on book five, Standard Five students on book six, and Standard Six students on book seven. Winners were announced at the end of the competition. Cristy Hernandez from Standard Four took third place, Jeffrey Martinez from Standard Six took second place, and Wilson Vasquez from Standard Six won first place.
Sports
Back-to-back Champs: The SPRCS Boys win the Bishop’s Cup Trophy
On Friday, May 24th, the boy's football team from San Pedro Roman Catholic School (SPRCS) traveled to the Football Federation of Belize (FFB) field in Belmopan City to participate in the Bishop's Cup Tournament Championship. They competed against three teams from other Roman Catholic Primary Schools representing the different districts across the country. After playing different brackets, the final game was between the Santa Elena Roman Catholic School (SERCS) and SPRCS. The island team won the championship, bringing home the grand trophy.
Community and Society
Hol Chan Marine Reserve’s Reef Fest includes educational Trivia Competition
Hol Chan Marine Reserve held its Annual Reef Fest 2024 Primary School Trivia Competition on Wednesday, May 22nd, at the Lions Den in San Pedro Town. The tight competition started at 9:00AM, with the participation of nine contestants from five different schools: Ambergris Caye Elementary School (ACES), San Pedro Roman Catholic School (SPRCS), The Island Academy (TIA), Isla Bonita Elementary School (IBES), and the Holy Cross Anglican School (HCAS). The participants showcased their knowledge of the reef and marine ecosystems.
Arts & Culture
Island schools showcase diverse talents at the 2024 Festival of Arts
On Monday, May 20th, a vibrant sense of community and shared pride filled the air as students from different preschools, primary schools, and secondary schools gathered at the San Pedro edition of the Belize National Festival of Arts Annual Show. The event, which started at 9AM and ended at 12:30PM, was a testament to the rich artistic heritage of our island. Held at the Sage Brush Church in San Pedro Town, the event drew many residents eager to celebrate island students' talents.
Community and Society
San Pedro R.C. School held a Plant vs Plastic Costume Coompetition
On Tuesday, April 30th, the San Pedro Roman Catholic School (SPRCS) celebrated the annual 'Earth Day' under the theme 'Planet vs Plastic' with a costume competition. The event started at the school's compound at 10AM, and students were challenged to create wearable costumes using only recyclable materials. This competition was not just about creativity but about raising awareness of the detrimental effects of plastic on human and planetary health and advocating for its end.
Sports
San Pedro RC boys win Bishop’s Cup district football championship
The San Pedro Roman Catholic School boys won the Bishop's Cup - Belize district football championship in the tournament organized by the Roman Catholic Schools management and the National Sports Council at the Marion Jones Stadium last Friday, April 12th.
Community and Society
San Pedro Christmas Collection 2023 Fundraising Efforts and Results
After three years of growth and pandemic recovery, the San Pedro Christmas Collection changed its focus in 2023. It raised funds to provide sustainable resources to local children to enhance their education and livelihood. We aimed to raise $40,000 BZD by holding eight fundraisers at local venues from August to December. Funds were raised at these events through prize raffles, auctions, and participant entry fees.
Sports
San Pedro RC boys win Bishop’s Cup Belize Rural football championship
The San Pedro RC School boys advanced to the Belize District finals of the Bishop’s Cup football tournament by winning the Belize Rural championship, while the San Pedro RC girls won 3rd place in the rural eliminations at the Marion Jones Stadium in Belize City last Thursday, February 23.
