Topic: Education
Premier: We fixed UDP 'mess'
Cayman's premier spends most of his budget response speech blasting the territory's opposition leader.
Kids in far districts get tennis coaching
Dozens of kids living in the outer districts are enjoying tennis coaching again this term, thanks to a generous donation by Cayman National.
Most child abuse goes unpunished, experts say
The vast majority of sex offenders in the Cayman Islands are getting away with their crimes, according to statistics from police investigators and trauma counselors.
'Tall challenge' to hire more Caymanians
Cayman's civil service is about three-fourths local hires, but increasing that number further will prove a "challenge."
Windsor Park graduates emergency response team
Windsor Park residents have formed a Community Emergency Response Team after 14 weeks of training.
Golf cart race drags in funds for charities
The “Great Race for Grace” raised more than US$63,000 to support Feed Our Future and the Frances Bodden Girls Home on Sunday.
Teen arrested over imitation firearm on school bus
A 15-year-old student at John Gray High School has been arrested for alleged possession of an imitation firearm, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service has confirmed.
Golf carts race for charities
Kirk Supermarket’s parking lot on Sunday will be the site of golf cart races to raise money for and promote awareness of two local charities.
Hundreds attend annual children's breakfast
More than 300 childen, parents, teachers and sponsors attended the annual children's breakfast as part of Child Month.
Local couple highlights plight of imprisoned Baha'is
Cayman couple Beverly and Dale Banks are bringing attention locally to the imprisonment of seven Baha’i leaders in Iran.
Self-help guru shares secrets to success
American success coach and co-author of 'Chicken Soup for the Soul,' Jack Canfield, is appearing in Grand Cayman next month.
UCCI gets international accreditation
The University College of the Cayman Islands has been granted international accreditation for the first time in its history.
Government personnel costs to increase by $20 million
Government salaries and expenses are back on the rise in the upcoming budget.
Government training program ups age limit
Five graduates have secured employment from participating in the Passport2Success program.
Business in brief
A roundup of local business briefs.
Construction on unfinished school could resume in December
Officials are still doing administrative “groundwork” to restart the unfinished John Gray High School building project.
Archer: Cayman's financial 'freedom' still needs work
The Cayman Islands may indeed emerge from the end of its 2015/16 budget without the United Kingdom needing to approve future government spending plans, Finance Minister Marco Archer confirmed Friday.
Experts warn of cultural tolerance of abuse
The Pan American Health Organization says its reports revealing high levels of sexual and physical violence against children in Caribbean territories, including in the Cayman Islands, demonstrate that work needs to be done across the region to protect and support victims.
Gold standard care at Cayman's Health City
The East End medical facility's securing of JCI accreditation is cause for celebration. Then the real work starts.
Birthday gifts for those in need
A teenager gives her birthday presents to the NCVO.
Deputy Governor's 5k raises $50,000 for Special Olympics
The Deputy Governor's 5K run/walk raised more than $50,000 for the Special Olympics.
The Food Revolution is coming
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution program launches in Cayman aiming to encourage healthy eating and teach children basic culinary skills.
Enough Stuff swimmers cross North Sound
Swimmers are helping to raise awarenss of a new charity called Enough Stuff.
Government launches 4th round of 'Proud of Them'
Nominations are open for government’s fourth round of the “Proud of Them” initiative, which recognizes outstanding young people.
New deputy principal named at John Gray
Ministry of Education officials announce long-time John Gray teacher and administrator as the new deputy principal.
Cayman musician strikes a chord with his US studio
Twenty-four-year old Caymanian musician Kyle Ritch is finding success in Florida with his CayRitch Records studio.
Preschools closed in new push for standards
Two Cayman Islands pre-schools have been shut down as a result of new measures aimed at raising standards in early childhood care and education center.
Students rise to math challenge
Students of Cayman's high schools take part in the Minds Inspired Mathematics Challenge.
Schools take part in Battle of the Books
Prospect Primary School’s Mighty Meerkats and John Gray High School’s Jeopardizing Jaguars students are the champions of Lera Parchment Battle of the Books competition.
Two students chosen as UWC scholars
Gabriella Castillo and Haley Willkom are Cayman’s newest Caymanian scholars to be selected by the Global United World Colleges.
Shark week planned for Cayman
The Cayman Islands will host its first annual “shark week” in July as part of a three-year sponsorship deal between Dart Realty and the Guy Harvey Research Institute.
Experience 'the life of an idea' at TEDx
If you want to be inspired by storytellers and visionaries than you won’t want to miss TEDxSevenMileBeach, a one-day private event being held at the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort on Wed. June 10, where a selection of speakers will showcase their ideas, exploring the theme “The Life of an Idea: Plant. Nourish. Harvest.”
Court of Appeal's Justice Mottley retires
Justice Elliot Mottley has retired from the Court of Appeal after 10 years that included notable decisions.
Cayman comes third in oratorical contest
With just a few points separating the top three winners in the Caribbean District Optimist International Oratorical Contest, 16-year-old Cayman John Gray student Chauntol Hylton placed third in the girl’s category.
Junior golfers take drive, chip and putt skills challenge
More than 30 junior golfers swarmed the practice ground and 18th hole of the North Sound Golf Club on Sunday to take part in the Cayman Islands Golf Association “Drive, Chip and Putt Skills Challenge.”
CCMI chief gets prestigious Fulbright scholarship
The head of a Cayman Islands marine research center has been granted the prestigious U.S. Fulbright Scholar Award to study the potential of coral reefs in protecting small island nations against the impact of climate change.
Financial industry courts talented students
A 12-week career coaching and work experience program is being launched for high-achieving students interested in careers in the financial services industry.
National Gallery seeks intern applicants
The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands is accepting applications for two internships for local students pursuing a career in the arts and creative industries.
Hopefuls vie for Young Musician of the Year
At least eight finalists will compete to be selected as the Butterfield Young Musician of the Year on May 7 at the Prospect Playhouse.
Red Cross gala features Rod Stewart tribute artist
Rod Stewart tribute artist Doug Varty will rock the Cayman Islands Red Cross gala on May 9.
Copyright update means changes for government too
With new intellectual property rules coming into force this fall, government will have to stop violating copyrights.
In newspapers and courthouses, deadlines matter
All too often, the execution of justice in the Cayman Islands is less "swift" than it is "Swiftian."
Pan competition shows Cayman's talent
Residents witnessed another round of steel pan talent as students showcased their skills at a packed Mary Miller Memorial Hall on Wednesday evening.
Widmer tees up for more success
Samantha Widmer is the queen of Cayman golf, having won her eighth national title last week.
At 28 Widmer is consistently improving and could go on dominating the local scene for years if she remains focused.
Concern rises over pay inequity in public sector
Government is facing increasing dissatisfaction over pay and conditions with salary inequality blamed for driving talented employees out of the public sector.
Dr. Edlin Merren passes at 83
Prominent Caymanian dentist Dr. Thomas Henry Edlin Merren died on Tuesday at the Cayman Islands Hospital. He was 83.
Edna Moyle primary gets new laptops
Students with special education needs at Edna M. Moyle Primary School now have access to new laptops to help improve their reading and writing skills.
Powers of MLAs questioned
Premier Alden McLaughlin insists his backbench MLAs have far more influence on government policy than outside observers may realize.
107 overtime charges against employer dismissed
Charges against a construction company for failing to pay overtime to 107 employees were dismissed Monday after a magistrate ruled that the Department of Labour and Pensions had not brought the charges within the six-month period required by law.
Blue Tip drive may see Benz celebrant
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman will host its fourth annual Blue Tip Invitational golf tournament next month.
Business in brief
A roundup of local business briefs.
Students sell artwork to raise funds for summer art course
JGHS students raise money for art school tirp
Man took passports as security for loans
A man who pleaded guilty to carrying on business without a license was taking people's passports as security for loans he made to them.
Cubans give fans golden cheer
The NORCECA Beach Volleyball season has for the last seven years started in Grand Cayman – mainly because it is by consensus the best organized and most picturesque venue on the circuit – and on Sunday it wrapped up with a surprising men’s winner.
'Coming of Age' at Cine Club
A new season of Cine Club begins at the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands April 27. The theme focuses on the topic “Coming of Age" and will explore modern coming-of-age stories, a genre that focuses on the growth of a protagonist from youth to adulthood.
Copyright changes on the way
The days of $5 bootleg DVDs may soon come to an end.
Labor survey goes to twice a year
The Economic and Statistics Office will now conduct its labor survey twice a year, giving more regular economic data.
Ezzard Miller: In his own words
The first casualty of North Side MLA Ezzard Miller’s oratorical “revolution” is Mr. Miller’s reputation as a credible leader in the Cayman Islands.
CIFEC students stage 'Trashion' show
Students at the Cayman Islands Further Education Centre are making recycling fashionable – literally – by creating dresses from recycled materials.
Premier: Staffing plans not working
A change is needed for immigration's business staffing plan regime, the premier says.
Children's arts festival begins
Children's arts festival begins.
MLA Ezzard Miller warns of 'revolution' and 'bloodshed' in Cayman streets
In remarks made on the floor of the Legislative Assembly on Thursday, North Side MLA Ezzard Miller warned of coming “revolution” and “bloodshed” in the streets of the Cayman Islands if the territory does not change immigration policies that impact employment of Caymanians.
Let them bake cake!
Cooking is an essential life skill that should be encouraged in both boys and girls. It fosters a love of food and confidence in the kitchen and is a great way for kids to connect during family time.
'Plastic in Paradise' a journey through life
The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands’ newest exhibition, “Plastic in Paradise – Scenes of Real Life Fictions,” features the photography of Heidi Bassett Blair, a Canadian-born artist who now lives in Grand Cayman.
Cayman to dump current trademarks law
Cayman seeks to bring its rules around patents and trademarks into the 21st century.
Outage affected 95 percent of CUC customers
Tuesday's CUC outage cut power to 26,500 of the company's 28,000 customers on Grand Cayman.
Volunteers raise autism awareness
Organizers of a recent Autism Awareness Day event say it is vital to raise awareness of the condition as many children remain undiagnosed.
Commonwealth essay winners celebrated
Twenty-eight primary and high school students who won prizes in the Royal Commonwealth Society 2014 essay competition were presented with awards at Government House last week.
Former minister faces alcohol-related traffic charge
Former minister for education and deputy premier Rolston Anglin appeared in court on Monday charged with being in charge of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.
Power failure interrupts schools, businesses
Widespread power outages in Grand Cayman resulted in most public schools closing early Tuesday.
Power outage shuts schools
Public schools in Cayman are closing today due to a widespread power outage.
Gov't committee calls for $6 minimum wage
A committee recommends setting a national minimum wage at $6 a hour.
