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LET’s REAP Programme Concludes Second Cohort of Free Training for All Teachers in The Turks and Caicos Islands
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FROM THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, YOUTH, SPORTS, AND CULTURE
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 14th August 2024 – The Department of Education is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the second cohort of the LET’s REAP (Learning Recovery and Enhancement Programme) free training course for teachers in the Turks and Caicos Islands. This initiative, designed to provide essential training and certification in assessment, differentiation, and leadership, is open to all public and private primary and secondary school teachers in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
The programme was developed by CARICOM in collaboration with The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). As part of this initiative, teachers from the Turks and Caicos Islands has received free training provided by the University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill Campus. Registration for this programme is open to all public and private school teachers and principals at both the secondary and primary levels.
The “Let’s REAP Capacity Building Training” is now in its second phase. During the first phase, 42 teachers from the Turks and Caicos Islands successfully completed the programme. In the second phase, this number increased to 101 teachers as of today, with more to be added in the coming weeks. The ultimate goal is to ensure that all teachers in the Turks and Caicos Islands, and by extension the entire Caribbean region, are well-equipped with the necessary skills to address educational challenges.
The “Let’s REAP” initiative was developed to address learning gaps caused by hurricanes, disasters, and the recent COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to build a resilient educational system capable of overcoming such challenges.
Ms. Elisann Delancy, Curriculum Developer, Focal Point and representative for the Turks and Caicos Islands on behalf of CARICOM, added “The Department of Education would like to congratulate all the teachers who have completed the LET’s REAP course. Your dedication to improving your skills and knowledge is commendable, and we are excited to see the positive impact this will have on our students and education system. I encourage all teachers to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity and join the next cohort. Together, we can build a stronger and resilient educational system for our future generations.”
Minister of Education, Hon. Rachel Taylor noted “The ‘Let’s REAP Capacity Building Training’ programme is a testament to our
To celebrate the achievements of the teachers, Beaches Turks and Caicos has generously sponsored day passes for the teachers who excelled in the course, allowing them and their families to enjoy a well-deserved day of relaxation and fun. The Department of Education extends its heartfelt thanks to Beaches Turks and Caicos for their support and sponsorship.
As preparations begin for the third cohort of LET’s REAP, all eligible teachers are encouraged to participate. An email will be sent to school principals with information on training and registration details. Teachers are urged to look out for this communication and seize the opportunity to enhance their professional skills.
For more information about LET’s REAP and to register for the upcoming cohort, please contact your school principal or the Department of Education.
About LET’s REAP:
LET’s REAP is a comprehensive educational initiative commissioned by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), CARICOM, and the OECS. It is designed to mitigate the impact of educational disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and other natural hazards, while addressing long-standing educational challenges in the Caribbean. LET’s REAP aims to recover, improve, and transform education through a multi-faceted approach that supports national ministries, principals, teachers, and ultimately, students.