Basseterre: St. Kitts, The Ministry of Education hosted its annual Back-to-School Opening Ceremony for the Academic Year 2024-2025 under the theme Transforming Education through Self Renewal; Holistic Partnerships Digital Solutions. The ceremony was held on Monday, August 26, at the St. Kitts Marriott.
Minister of Education, Hon Dr. Geoffrey Hanley extended salutatory remarks to the returning members of the teaching fraternity and those recently selected as new educators on Monday, September 02, “It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the start of our 2024-2025 school year. Today, in a world where a teacher’s job has become more multifaceted, their expectations are never-ending, and the academic stakes ever increasing, we need to recognize you for the tremendous job you do daily. Teachers you are our Federation’s unsung heroes, we recognize and applaud you! I would like to extend a special welcome to our new teachers who are joining our fraternity. We are thrilled you decided to join the teaching profession and I am certain you will be a great addition to our team.”
“Teachers, you are the Rolls Royce engine of education and without your continuous hard work and dedication, our students would not be successful. Despite the challenges you have faced, your commitment to our students and their education never wavered. Your resilience and innovation have been truly inspiring, and I am deeply grateful for all that you do. My sincerest thanks to all of you as you expertly navigate the challenges that often seem inherent to our profession”, Minister Hanley exclaimed with admiration for the teaching fraternity as they creatively overcame the obstacles of the past school year.
Dr. Hanley reaffirmed his commitment to the advancement of education, teacher support and safe working conditions, “As the Minister of Education, I am committed and resolute to creating safe and healthy spaces where both teachers and students can work and learn. This commitment transcends mere words but has been and will continue to be the clarion call for the Ministry of Education. We are committed to improving your working conditions and will continue to champion the cause of the men and women of our great fraternity. Teachers, the Ministry of Education has partnered with the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank to create a Teachers’ Supply Debit Card which will be loaded with $300 ECD annually. Our hope is as you get to know your students and identify their needs, this teacher supply debit card will be used to purchase additional teaching supplies.”
The new academic year begins Monday, September 02, 2024.