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TCI Community College’s College Month 2023 Community! Connection! Collaboration!

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Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, March 6, 2023 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Community College embarks on a month of promotional initiatives that showcase the evolution underway. This year’s theme for College Month is “Community, Connection, Collaboration”.

TCICC aims to foster a stronger connection with stakeholders in various communities, collaborate with industry personnel, and spotlight the contribution of the TCICC Alumni Association. This is to increase the positive visibility of the College to become the institution of first choice for education and training in the Turks and Caicos Islands and beyond.

To this end, the College will increase access to tertiary education for residents in the sister islands as it opens its first of two Satellite Campus Sites. The first site will open in South Caicos, with a second site in North Caicos in the coming months.

The TCI Community College will host a Maritime Stakeholder Engagement session to build human capital in the Blue Economy. This is scheduled for March 21, 2023, at the Blue Haven Conference Room from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Tour & excursion operators, hoteliers, boat captains, shipping companies, and others within the Maritime industry should register to attend to learn about the various training opportunities (STCW, Boat Captain Licenses among others).

An Open House event will be held at the Grand Turk and Providenciales Campuses that showcase the various programme offerings of each faculty.

TCICC takes the road with its first Campus Tour, which will be held on each island. The public is encouraged to attend these events to learn about the various training and programme offerings, how they qualify for ‘Free Tuition’, and pre-apply for the upcoming academic year.

During this month, the Faculty of Education and Training will host its Trash to Treasure Competition where it gives the opportunity for Teachers, parents and students to be innovative in using recyclable materials and re-imagining them to design a creative space for learning for students. While this competition is for the primary grades, high school students can participate in the Open Day and Campus Tour events to learn about the sustainability projects that will be undertaken by TCICC.

Hon Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, comment on College Month, “It is our Government’s mandate to build the Human Capacity of our people. The TCICC will play a pivotal role in helping us achieve this through the strengthening of current course offerings and the introduction of new programs in partnership with our regional and international partners. It is important that we bridge the skills gap of our country and therefore we will ensure that opportunities are afforded to upskill and retool our youth, as well as our lifelong learners as they take advantage of the Free Access to TCICC.” She continued, “To strengthen our TCICC, we had to address our manpower needs that are intentional and strategic, focusing on Student Support Services, Communication, Human Resource, Quality Assurance and the Financial Management of the institution. I am excited about the future of our TCICC and our collective efforts will yield the desired results.”

In highlighting the importance of the College to the community, she gave an overview of the Ministry’s commitment and President of TCICC, Dr. Candice Williams responded, “This month is just a snapshot of what is happening at the College, and we look forward to the support of students and the general public.”

She continued, “The expansion of the College underscores that significant changes are ahead as the broadening of offers will continue, and the robust TVET programme will aid in building human capital in these beautiful by nature and promising Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Dr. Barbara Ambrister, chair of the Board of Governors, also spoke of the Board’s support of College Month, “…”. The Board recognises that the success of the College depends on the collaborative efforts of the Ministry of Education, the Board of Governors, the Executive leadership team and the staff of the TCI Community College.

Dr. Ambrister pledged the Board of Governors’ full support in helping TCICC achieve its vision of becoming the institution of first choice for education and training in the Turks and Caicos Islands and beyond.

We are collaborating with industry personnel and forming lasting connections with various communities while increasing access to quality education and training programmes, placing this vision within reach. The entire month is outlined on the calendar provided, and an open invitation is extended to the entire TCI to be a part of College Month 2023.

More details can be found by visiting the College’s website: www.tcicc.edutc or via social media, Facebook – OfficialTCICC and Instagram and Twitter @tcicc_official We are TCICC! “Community, Connection and Collaboration”

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Ministry of Education launches 2024 Season of Scholarship Applications

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Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 6th March, 2024– The Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Social Services would like to announce the launch of the 2024 scholarship application season which opens on March 11th 2024. This initiative offers invaluable opportunities for Turks and Caicos Islanders to apply for scholarship opportunities within the Ministry’s priority areas.  For more information on our priority areas please visit our website at https://gov.tc/scholarshipsecretariat

Estimated awards within each award category as follows: –

  • Standard Financial Assistance ………………………………………………….(55) including:

o    Cadet Financial Assistance …………………………………………………(2)

o    The TCI Hope Award …………………………………………………………..(2)

o    Intl. Associate’s Degree / A-Level awards ……………………… (3)

o    TCICC Academic Excellence Award …………………………………..(7-preselected)

  • Athletic Financial Assistance ……………………………………………………..(3)
  • National Scholars Awards ………………………………………………………….(4 -preselected)
  • Special Needs Students Financial Assistance Award ……………(2)
  • BWIC – GCE Advanced Level …………………………………………………….(3)

Explanatory notes in the link provided above outlines the criteria for each award category.

Our new application method

Our new application method for financial assistance marks a departure from traditional email or paper submissions; all applications must now be submitted exclusively through tcig-nefa.grantplatform.com/. Utilizing the Good Grants platform, an internationalized grant-making platform, applicants can easily apply online by clicking the provided link.

Dates

  • Application deadline: 30th May, 2024 at [11:59 pm] [EST]
  • Please note the application deadline, this date is final and there will be no extensions provided for the initial submission. The system will automatically prevent application submission after the deadline.
  • There is an extension date for the below documents IF NECESSARY up to June 30th.
    • Acceptance Letter
    • Transcript
  • Successful applicants will be notified in early August 2024.

Support

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the Scholarship Secretariat Unit by email to [scholarshipsecretariat@tciedu.tc]. DO NOT SEND APPLICATION SUBMISSION TO THIS ADDRESS.

  • You may edit your application after submitting, up until the deadline date.
  • Please make sure all your personal details are entered accurately, including contact details, so that we may contact you if your application is successful.
  • You are allowed to submit to more than one category, as long as the work submitted meets the criteria. However you can only be awarded 1 award.
  • You can use the ‘copy’ feature to create a copy of your application and change the category as required.

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Department of Special Education Needs Services makes strides at CEC 2024 convention and Expo

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The Department of Special Education Needs Services (SENS) has marked a significant milestone in its journey towards enhancing services for exceptional learners through its participation in the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) 2024 Convention and Expo, held in San Antonio, Texas March 12th to 16th 2024. This event, renowned for its dedication to advancing the field of special education, provided a platform for our team to immerse themselves in a wealth of knowledge and resources.

The convention, with a rich history of fostering collaboration and innovation, focused on sensitizing attendees to global initiatives in special education. Our team, consisting of four professionals from the Department of Special Education Needs Services; Mrs. Paulette Simmons – Special Education Teacher at SNAP Center, Jamiliyah Jordan – Speech and Language Pathologist, Christina Joseph – Behavioural Analyst, Lashaunda Skippings – Coordinator of Assessments and one representative from the Department of Education, Mrs. Faaida James – Special Education Officer benefited immensely from four days of information-packed workshops, networking opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge assistive technologies and programs.

 CEC 2024 Convention and Expo has been a driving force in shaping the landscape of special education. Each year, it gathers professionals, researchers, and advocates to exchange ideas, share best practices, and explore innovative solutions to support individuals with exceptional needs.

 Lashaunda Skippings, Coordinator of Assessments, and a part of the team, shared her thoughts on the convention, stating, “ The CEC 2024 Convention exceeded my anticipations. It was incredibly enlightening and stimulated thoughtful reflection. I am grateful for the openness of presenters who shared their exemplary practices in Special Education, that address the needs of students with disabilities globally.”

Dr. Anya Malcolm, Director of Special Education Needs Services, expressed her excitement about the department’s progress, stating, “The thrill that fills the department and the parents as initiatives in Special Education Needs falls into place remarkably is tangible. We are dedicated to utilizing the knowledge and experiences gained from events like CEC 2024 to further enhance our services and support for exceptional learners.”

 Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports, and Social Services, expressed her commendation for the Department of Special Education Needs Services, stating, “I commend the Department of Special Education Needs Services for their unwavering dedication and proactive stance in participating in the CEC 2024 Convention and Expo. The Ministry acknowledges the pivotal role of such initiatives in elevating the standards of special education services and fostering the comprehensive development of exceptional learners nationwide.” 

 The Department of Special Education Needs Services remains committed to its mission of providing comprehensive and inclusive support to individuals with special needs. Through continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation, we strive to create a nurturing environment where every exceptional learner can thrive.

 For more information about the Department of Special Education Needs Services and its initiatives, please contact sens@gov.tc.

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Scholarship and Grants Digital Portal for Caribbean Students by ACMF

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Rashaed Esson

Staff Writer

#ACMF#Scholarhsip, March 21, 2024 – U.S. non-profit tax-exempt organization, the  American Caribbean Maritime Foundation (ACMF),  has now made scholarship and grant applications digital with a user-friendly platform as announced in a release on March 18. The organization says the site is open, accepting applications from Caribbean high school and tertiary level students, with a deadline of April 30th 2024. ACMF has proved to be beneficial to Caribbean students as it has funded full tuition and grants for about two hundred scholars and grantees from nine Caribbean countries including  Jamaica, The Bahamas, Suriname and St Vincent and the Grenadines. 

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