As a follow-up to our earlier release in light of the disruption in the transportation system, the Ministry of Education and Youth hereby updates parents, guardians, students, principals and managements of schools of the following with respect to the scheduled CXC Examinations today:
1. Students taking CXC Examinations today should make the effort to reach their examination centers without taking undue personal risks.
2. The Ministry of Education and Youth has been advised by the Caribbean Examinations Council that scheduled examinations are to begin on-time for students who arrive on time at the examination centers.
3. Students who are delayed because of the transportation disruption are to still make every effort to reach the examination center without taking undue personal risks. Once at the center, students will be allowed to start the examination late and will be given full-time to complete the examination.
4. Where a student is unable to reach his/her examination centre because of the transportation disruption they are advised to go to the nearest examination centre with their registration information/documentation and where arrangements can be made for them to sit the examination at that center.
The Ministry will remain in contact with the Caribbean Examinations Council to inform them of any further developments and to get further guidance from them. We will advise students sitting examinations and schools accordingly.
(ENDS)
Friday, May 27, 2011
Notice from Ministry of Education - Re: Transport System Disruption
Press Release - Belmopan, Ministry of Education - May 27, 2011 - In light of the disruption in the transportation system the Ministry of Education and Youth hereby informs parents, guardians, students, principals and managements of schools of the following:
1. Parents and guardians are advised that, while classes have not been called off, they are to take into due consideration the safety of their children in making a decision whether or not to send their children to school today under the circumstances.
2. Schools and managing authorities are to take necessary measures to ensure the safety of their students and members of staff present at school.
3. The Ministry of Education and Youth is seeking the advice of the Caribbean Examinations Council on how to proceed with respect to the CXC Examination that is scheduled today. Pending such advice from the Caribbean Examinations Council, students taking CXC Examinations today should make the effort to reach their examination centers without taking undue risks. As we get such feedback from CXC we will be making a public announcement via the radio stations. Parents, guardians and students are asked to listen to their radio stations for updated information on this.
1. Parents and guardians are advised that, while classes have not been called off, they are to take into due consideration the safety of their children in making a decision whether or not to send their children to school today under the circumstances.
2. Schools and managing authorities are to take necessary measures to ensure the safety of their students and members of staff present at school.
3. The Ministry of Education and Youth is seeking the advice of the Caribbean Examinations Council on how to proceed with respect to the CXC Examination that is scheduled today. Pending such advice from the Caribbean Examinations Council, students taking CXC Examinations today should make the effort to reach their examination centers without taking undue risks. As we get such feedback from CXC we will be making a public announcement via the radio stations. Parents, guardians and students are asked to listen to their radio stations for updated information on this.
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ACES at Isla Bonita
Cherie and Vince Rose of ACES (American Crocodile Education Sanctuary) were back at it on Thursday May 19th, imparting information about the American Crocodiles. This time around, the students of Isla Bonita Elementary School received the opportunity to acquire education, ask questions, and even touch one of the oldest animals in the world, dating back to the Dinosaur Age.
ACES is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Belize's critical wetland habitats and protected species, specifically Crocodilians, through scientific research and education in order to preserve Belize’s wildlife for future generations.
Further information about ACES may be found at their website http://www.americancrocodilesanctuary.org/, via email at acesnpo@hughes.net or by calling 011-501-631-6366.
ACES is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Belize's critical wetland habitats and protected species, specifically Crocodilians, through scientific research and education in order to preserve Belize’s wildlife for future generations.
Further information about ACES may be found at their website http://www.americancrocodilesanctuary.org/, via email at acesnpo@hughes.net or by calling 011-501-631-6366.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Cricel Castillo to represent Belize in Miss America Latina 2011
Press Release - Miss America Latina Belize - May 25, 2011 - On behalf of Miss America Latina of the World Franchise for the Country of Belize, we hereby congratulate 22 year-old Miss Cricel Castillo, who recently traveled to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. She is the Belize representative for Belize at this prestigious event.Miss Castillo will be competing with 27 other countries' Latina delegates for the title/crown of Miss America Latina 2011-2012. Miss Colombia is the current Miss America Latina 2010-2011.
The Miss America Latina event has been in existence since 1981. This is the fourth consecutive year that Belize has been invited to participate.
The Barcelo Hotel Group, is one of 30 largest chain of hotels in the world, and is one of the major sponsors and host of Miss America Latina over the recent years. This year's event will be held at one of their newest Beach Resort facilities in the Dominican Republic.
Miss Castillo's formal application and all others that were sent to our email address was reviewed and approved by our panel of Judges. Miss Castillo has been selected due to her excellent credentials to proudly represent the community of Belize. Miss Castillo has studied at Galen University in Belize and the University of Indianapolis, USA. Her profession is marketing and tourism, and her ambition is to pursue a Master's Degree in journalism, law and psychology.
We thank all sponsors and person who assisted to make this event possible.
For more information please visit Miss America Latina del Mundo or Miss Latina America of the World on Facebook to place your comments and view the photo galleries.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
New immigration law takes effect in Mexico
MAY 25, 2011
A new immigration law took effect in Mexico on Tuesday aimed at better protection of undocumented migrants passing through Mexican territory on their way to the United States.
The new law will permit undocumented migrants to obtain a special visa when entering Mexico from either Guatemala or Belize and tries to enact reforms in the country's immigration ministry, which has been implicated as complicit in criminal acts such as kidnapping migrants.
"Today, Mexico is doing its part to improve the immigration system in North America," President Felipe Calderon said during a ceremony in which he signed the law. "This, without doubt, is advanced legislation, bold legislation, immigration legislation with few precedents in the world," he said.
A new immigration law took effect in Mexico on Tuesday aimed at better protection of undocumented migrants passing through Mexican territory on their way to the United States.
The new law will permit undocumented migrants to obtain a special visa when entering Mexico from either Guatemala or Belize and tries to enact reforms in the country's immigration ministry, which has been implicated as complicit in criminal acts such as kidnapping migrants.
"Today, Mexico is doing its part to improve the immigration system in North America," President Felipe Calderon said during a ceremony in which he signed the law. "This, without doubt, is advanced legislation, bold legislation, immigration legislation with few precedents in the world," he said.
Migrants have been attacked and kidnapped in increasing numbers in Mexico. The National Human Rights Commission has reported that 11,333 migrants were abducted by criminal groups, including Los Zetas, during a six-month survey period in 2010.
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