Education

TCI Community College celebrates its 27th Annual Graduation Ceremony

Published

1 year ago

December 5, 2022

#TurksandCaicos, December 5, 2022 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Community College celebrated its 27^thannual graduation ceremony under the Theme “Resilience towards the Changing World of Work through Sustainable, Innovative and Quality Education and Training”. In the 28^th year of the College’s existence, we have embarked on the blended and online learning modalities to offer programmes to students across the Turks and Caicos Islands. The College offers several levels of certification, which include the Certificate, the Associates degree, and the Bachelor’s Degree, and for the first time, Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR).

Attendees to the ceremony included His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Nigel Dakin, Hon. Akierra Missick, Hon. Edwin Astwood, Leader of the Opposition, and other government officials. H. H. Mrs. Oreika Selver- Gardiner Resident Magistrate, was the keynote speaker for the ceremony.

The President of the College, Dr. Candice Williams, articulated “As the CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College I am responsible for the overall strategic leadership of TCICC, formulating and implementing progressive strategic plans for the development and improvement of the institution, whilst providing highly effective leadership across the organisation, to ensure the achievement of a shared vision, mission and purpose”. Dr. Williams also mentioned that the success of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College hinges on the collective efforts of “Government officials, employers in the public and private sectors, industry partners, our governing board, leaders and staff of TCICC, our accrediting bodies, students, alumni and residents of the TCI.” With the expectancy that all entities will “understand and embrace their roles and responsibilities in TCICC’s success matrix”.

Hon Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service, graduation message asserted that the “Success in reskilling and upskilling the labor force of the Turks and Caicos Islands will be heavily dependent on the way we chart this institution, making the TCICC our students’ first choice”. Honourable Taylor also charged the graduates to be lifelong learners, to choose a path of service, and to be community oriented.

Ms. Glodeeka Moultrie, Valedictorian of the Bachelor Degree Programme, in her address, remarked: “It’s the beginning of a future with promise. It’s now time to build. Build a culture of hope and success not only for ourselves but for a generation that depends on our leadership to survive.”

Ms. Danae Dennie, Valedictorian of the Associate Degree Programme commended the College for its ability to adapt to the new teaching modalities used during the Covid-19 Pandemic and expressed appreciation for the quality teaching and learning experience she obtained at the College.

Graduates were encouraged to view this time to reflect on a job well done. They were commended for successfully navigating the challenges met during the Global Pandemic and encouraged to continue in their pursuit of excellence.

Valedictorians

Glodeeka Moultrie Bsc. Business Administration (Human Resource Management)

Danae Dennie Associate Degree -Tourism Management

Salutatorians:

Shicora Harvey BSc. Business Administration (Human Resource Management)

Natalia Noyes Associate Degree –Science

The Dean’s List reflects students who have obtained an overall GPA of 3.5 and above at the end of their programme.

Dean’s List

Danae Dennie Associate Degree -Tourism Management
Raymond Kendall Associate Degree – Automotive Engineering Technology
Natalia Noyes Associate Degree –Science
Brinei Jones Associate Degree –General Studies (Humanities)
Angdwina Smith Associate Degree –Computer Science
Glodeeka Moultrie Business Administration (Human Resource Management)
Dominique Elliot Business Administration (Finance & Management)
Kandi Selver Business Administration (Human Resource Management)
Shicora Harvey Business Administration (Human Resource Management)

Best Performance in each Programme

Jordan Fraser Associate Degree -Architectural Design and Building Technology
Raymond Kendall Associate Degree – Automotive Engineering Technology
Kaylana Selver Associate Degree -Business Studies
Angdwina Smith Associate Degree -Computer Science
Orpha Pierre Associate Degree -Criminal Justice
Myria Williams Associate Degree -Culinary Arts
Sherley Belzi Associate Degree -Early Childhood Education
Brinei Jones Associate Degree -General Studies (Humanities)
Ferlande Alesca Associate Degree -Hospitality Management
Ethan Stewart Associate Degree -Marine Biology
Pandel Lightbourn Associate Degree -Primary Education
Natalia Noyes Associate Degree -Science
Manoucheka Hamiliton Associate Degree -Social Work
Danae Dennie Associate Degree -Tourism Management
Dominique Elliott Business Administration (Finance & Management)
Glodeeka Moultrie Business Administration (Human Resource Management)
Theresa Lewis Hospitality & Tourism Management
Annelle, Joseph Primary Education
Stanley Taylor Jr. Social Work
Jalicia Astwood Management Information Technology

The Turks and Caicos Islands Community College is committed to providing quality education to the communities it serves, and it is our vision for that TCICC becomes the institution of first choice within the Turks and Caicos Islands and beyond.

The graduation exercise can be viewed on the link below.

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTCICC

We are TCICC! Daring to Aspire Determined to Succeed!

Education

DIGITIZATION OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Published

4 days ago

April 22, 2024

Shanieka

GRAND TURK, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, 17 APRIL 2024 – The Ministry of Education would like all continuing and potential awardees to be aware of the following changes as it relates to the application process and the new bond enforcement measures.

The Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports & Social Services (MOEYSS) would like to share some insights of our new application process for the Scholarship Season. Please note applications will NO LONGER be accepted at our scholarship secretariat email scholarshipsecretariat@tciedu.tc . Only queries as it relates application process or the management of your scholarship award will be accepted at the email address.

Digitization of the scholarship application process became a key programme strategy for the 2023/24 FY. Therefore research was initiated to digitize the scholarship application process, from this research conducted by the Secretariat Unit Good Grants was determined the most efficient and convenient option. As of March 11th 2024 the scholarship application season has been open through use of Good Grants . This initiative offers invaluable opportunities for Turks and Caicos Islanders to apply for scholarship opportunities within the Ministry’s priority areas. To apply for a scholarship visit our website at https://gov.tc/scholarshipsecretariat and click ‘Scholarship Portal’.

Endorsement Letter for persons applying in the area of Health and Education Studies

The applicant will be responsible for sharing their application with the necessary endorser. On the Good Grants platform there is a feature in the portal where you can download your application and submit to the endorser. This can be found in the ‘apply‘ page at the bottom directly before where your application is listed.

BOND SURETY/IES OBLIGATION

The bond enforcement for the scholarship program believes that awardees should be encouraged to pursue academic goals from these skills areas gaps identified by the Turks and Caicos Islands National Skills Gap Audit 2018, as a way of giving back to the country who afforded them the opportunity to student abroad. The new bond document now reflects the required GPA of 2.5.

A surety is a person who takes responsibility of your academic performance to fulfil your bond agreement obligations.

Each awardee must nominate 2 (two) sureties to sign their bond agreement along with you the awardee.

You and your sureties will be held jointly liable to pay Turks and Caicos Islands Government if you fail to fulfil your serve back to the TCIG with a period of service ranging from 3 to 5 years on completing of studies and return to Turks and Caicos Islands.
Each awardee will now have to confirm their enrollment by submitting documentation at the close of each academic semester.

Your Sureties

Must be Turks and Caicos Islander, showing proof of residency by submitting the following documents:-

Job Letter and bank letter OR
Bank letter and Ad davit

Your sureties are now required to provide their physical address within the TCI.
Your sureties can be your parents /guardians.
Your sureties can be anyone willing to bear the legal responsibility in the event of having to repay the debt back to TCIG

CHANGE THE PROBATIONARY PERIOD OF BOND

The probationary period of the bond agreement has changed from 60 days to 90 days as returning students seek permanent work either within the public or private sector of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The returning student must notify the Ministry of Education of return to TCI and is encouraged to seek employment either with the Internship and Apprenticeship programme or seek gainful employment either within the Public or Private sector.

Continuing and returning students job experience programme

Continuing and returning students are encouraged to participate in the National Internship and Apprenticeship program for at least a period of six weeks during summer and other breaks within your programme each year. The student can provide proof of secured paid internship either within the Turks and Caicos Islands or aboard.

Education

Campus Brawl at Clement Howell High sends students to Hospital

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6 days ago

April 19, 2024

Shanieka

Dana Malcolm
Staff Writer

Three boys were injured and visitation at the Cheshire Hall Medical Center in Providenciales was suspended for about 18 hours following a school brawl on Wednesday afternoon at the Clement Howell High.

“At Clement Howell High School, the safety and well-being of our students are of utmost priority. We are taking this incident very seriously and are currently conducting a thorough investigation to ascertain the root cause and circumstances that led to this regrettable situation,” The Ministry of Education said in a press release Thursday Morning.

It followed reports of a large fight that began to come in early Wednesday morning with residents reporting not just the police but the presence of an ambulance on school grounds.

By 2 p.m. communication came from the TCI Hospital that they had suspended visitation; an action usually reserved for the aftermath of violent events.

The hospital did not say why it was closing its doors, only indicating that it was for the safety of its patients and staff as well as their families.

The Ministry cleared up some of what had happened in their statement indicating that the injured students, one 15 -year-old and two 16-year-olds, had been taken to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre for treatment.

“Contrary to reports circulating on social media, there were no further incidents at the hospital, however, as a standard precautionary measure, the hospital went on lockdown mode,” it said.

When Magnetic Media contacted the police around 4 p.m. Wednesday to find out what caused the ruckus they told us they were still on scene. Speaking to media later on they revealed the cause of the fight was still unknown but that they were using video evidence and interviews to piece it together.

Videos, shot by students, were shared with the news team, showing the extent of the fighting.

In them a large knot of boys is seen in multiple videos, some throwing punches, some kicking and pushing and some others trying in vain to separate their schoolmates. A lone white clad individual, possibly a security guard, is dragged along in the melee of fighting teens. Some are seen brandishing what appears to be rocks, which could have been used as weapons.

There were several mobs where fights broke out; mostly boys but also girls involved.

By news production time, no news had come from police of any arrests made but the hospital resumed regular operations on Thursday morning around 9:30 a.m.

The brawl comes just weeks before the Reaching the Streets initiative which is aimed at tackling violence and criminal activities in teens and young adults.

Caribbean News

Senior Teacher Endorses Robot to Assist in Educating Infant and Primary School Students

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1 week ago

April 18, 2024

Shanieka

KINGSTON, April 17 (JIS):

Senior Teacher at Alpha Infant School, Sabrina Raymond-Hunter, has endorsed the ‘ICHEETAH’ robot, a smart educational AI-powered tool that will advance the way young children learn and interact with technology.

The robot, developed by CHEETAH Toys and More, LLC, is designed to engage and educate children at the infant and early-primary levels of education in a fun and interactive manner, supporting their cognitive development and preparing them for future academic success.

Speaking at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on April 16, Mrs. Raymond-Hunter recognised the potential of this cutting-edge technology and its ability to enhance the learning experience for young children.

“I am really excited about this product. I was able to get this into my classroom of 23 students and they are super excited about this. We have had it for three weeks and this is a game changer,” she said.

The Senior Teacher, who also serves as the school’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Designate, added that the students’ learning has been enhanced since incorporating the technology into her teaching.

“It has enhanced it a lot because you know the boys, especially, once they are happy and find something that is fun, they will want to do it. My boys started off a little bit rocky, but since they got this robot, they are spelling, identifying words and reading,” she noted.

Having yielded positive results from utilising the technology, Mrs. Raymond-Hunter is encouraging other schools who are not yet on board to do so.

“I’m encouraging all the other schools to get on board, and if for any reason you need a demonstration, come to Alpha. I’ll show you exactly how we use it to get our students on board and on level with everyone else. Learning should be fun, and with iCHEETAH it definitely is,” she shared.

The robot is outfitted with several interactive features, including voice recognition, games, and educational content, making learning engaging and exciting for young learners.

CONTACT: SHERIKA HALL