TCI News
Curriculum changing for a custom experience in TCI Education system
#Providenciales, July 29, 2019 – Turks and Caicos – A tailor-made education curriculum is under construction and will impact learners at the primary and early secondary school levels first, according to the Ministry of Education, Youth, Culture, Library and Social Services which is supported by the European Union in this bold initiative.
The Education Sector Plan 2018-2022 reports that: “Deliberation on the new curriculum approach will lead to ‘A curriculum that is relevant to the children of TCI’. The Executive Summary of the 2006 to 2010 Plan says that the ‘curriculum is in need of updating to improve its relevance to TC Islanders facing the demands of the 21st Century’ and that it should ‘speak to the needs of diverse communities in TCI’ whilst displaying ‘sensitivity to the culture of the TCI.”
Improving Curriculum and Strategies for Assessment is the impetus for the changes. A major difference this academic year is the final run of the Grade Six Achievement Test or GSAT. Replacing the GSAT is CPEA or Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment and for secondary schools the CCSLC or Caribbean Certificate of Secondary Level Competence will be introduced. These changes are expected to lead to more project-based learning.
The curriculum changes will also put greater emphasis on: food, nutrition and fitness; stronger focus on family life, literacy; guidance and counselling and the introduction of TCI studies. Students will develop portfolios; students will learn how to set assessment papers and grade them themselves and they will develop greater responsibility for their learning and help to direct that process,” said Director of Education, Edgar Howell.
The Education Sector Plan points to assessment and within the Education Sector Plan, the various types of assessments, such as Cognitive Assessment Tests are identified. Training in how to assess students will be provided to all teachers and in some cases and there will be assessments for identification of hindrances to healthy learning in children.
There will also be full implementation of the screening, early identification, and referral system (SEIRS) for all students 0-2, 4 and 6 years of age and the Ministry will conduct bio-psycho-social assessment for students with special education needs.
Some of the areas to be monitored towards achieving the objectives the Education Sector Plan include: schools offering HIV and sexuality education; students transitioning from one grade level to the next; measurement of the dropout rate and regular reviews of how students are adapting to the curriculum changes.
“Improving the Education System in the TCI…..Together we can do it”
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***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
Around 10:59 am, the Police Control Room received a call of gunshots at a location along the Millennium Highway, Providenciales.
Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force were dispatched and, based on preliminary investigations, were told that the occupant (s) of a red Suzuki Swift was at a business place when another car pulled alongside it, and the occupants started shooting.
The driver of the Swift drove off while the other unidentified vehicle sped off in a separate direction. 
Officers found the Swift abandoned near Miracle Close, Blue Hills, shortly after.
Based on investigations, no injuries were reported.
This remains an active investigation.
The RT&CIPF is asking anyone with information or CCTV footage of the shooting that may assist the police with enquiries to contact 911, the closest police station, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 and anonymously give any information.
Additionally, persons are being asked to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
There are twelve new officers within the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.
The officers—Ronn James, Ernie Henry, Aron Charlery, Andrew Ottley, Emmanuel Dabreo, Damion Clarke, Jeffrey Kaye, Roan Waugh, Shan Livermore, Kemar Chambers, Michael Campbell, and Ajay Budhai—took an oath to protect and serve the citizens of the
Turks and Caicos Islands yesterday (July 22nd) afternoon at Police Headquarters, Providenciales.
Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin, who administered the officers’ oath, said, “Thank you for choosing the TCI. It will not be a bed of roses. Policing requires hard work, and you ensure our communities are safe. Your arrival was anticipated and highly overdue.
“You are now officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, and you are committed to the safety of the people of these archipelagoes. We must lead by example and not let our guard down. Stand firm on the foundation of our motto- Service With Pride and Integrity. Integrity is doing the right thing in the absence of anyone watching.”
The President of the Christian Council, Pastor Wilbert Jennings, delivered the opening prayer and told officers to always call on God in
their time of need.
Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams, Assistant Commissioner Kendall Grant, acting Assistant Commissioner Mat Newton, Chairman of the Police Welfare Association Sgt. Jepson Victor and Human Resources Manager Rex Swann also attended the ceremony.
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