The Dominica State College (DSC) is strengthening its efforts to diversify its funding sources, with the College securing support through four grants from the American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN), the Basic Needs Trust Fund (BNTF), Mercy Corps and the Commonwealth of Learning (COL). The grants will support initiatives aligned with key institutional priorities, including capacity building, policy strengthening, online learning development, technology and campus infras

History was made in St. Maarten today with the official media press launch of Project INSPIRE, a two-year pilot initiative being implemented through a partnership between Education, Consulting, Academic Advising and Mentoring (ECAAM) of Dominica and the SKOS Catholic Education Foundation of St. Maarten. The initiative aims to strengthen educational support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), enhance educators' capacity, and promote more responsive, inclusiv

Dominica State College (DSC) is strengthening its commitment to innovation and digital education with the establishment of the DSC Youth Internet Governance Lab, a new student-led initiative being implemented through the College’s Innovation Hub. Supported by a US$20,000 grant, the project will give students the opportunity to investigate real connectivity challenges across the DSC campus, including Wi-Fi interference, coverage gaps and wireless signal disruptions. Students f

The Dominica State College (DSC) is celebrating notable growth in enrolment across several academic programmes for the 2026 intake, with a number of programmes recording their largest cohorts to date and others returning after periods of inactivity. Among the standout programmes are: • Biology: 38 students, up from 24 last year. • BSc Business Management: 21 students, representing the programme’s largest cohort to date. • Paralegal Studies: 29 students, also the largest cohor

Dominica Electricity Services Ltd. (DOMLEC) marks four decades of investing in the educational development of young people in Dominica with the presentation of scholarships to four outstanding students entering secondary school. The awards were presented on Thursday, August 27, 2026, during a ceremony held at DOMLEC’s Conference Room at the Engineering, Transmission and Distribution (ET&D) complex at Fond Colé. The 2026 recipients are Kaley Fabien of Ebenezer SDA Primary

On the heels of its 26th Orientation Ceremony, the Dominica State College (DSC) is set to host Freshers’ Week 2026, September 1-4. This special week marks the official welcome of the Class of 2028, with approximately 500 freshmen expected to join the DSC community. Freshers’ Week is designed to equip new students with the tools and resources they need for academic success, while also serving as a vibrant introduction to college life. It reflects DSC’s commitment to ensuring t

Education Consulting, Academic Advising and Mentoring (ECAAM) has completed the second year of its Summer Intensive Academic Support Programme (SIASP), an initiative designed to provide learners with individualized support, strengthen identified areas of need, and build the confidence and skills needed for a successful transition into the new school year. Launched in response to the needs of students who experience academic difficulties during the school year, SIASP provides

The Dominica State College (DSC) is preparing to celebrate another significant milestone when it hosts its 24th Commencement Ceremony on Wednesday, July 8, recognizing the accomplishments of hundreds of graduates across a wide range of academic and technical programmes. This year's ceremony marks several notable achievements for the College. For the first time in its history, DSC will confer its highest number of Bachelor's degrees, with 21 graduates completing bachelor's pro

As Wesley High School prepares to mark a historic milestone this October—100 years of shaping education and character in Dominica—the institution is calling on past and present members of its community to come together in celebration and support of its future. Founded in 1926, the prestigious, all-girls Methodist Secondary School has spent a century building a reputation as one of the island’s enduring educational institutions, producing generations of students who have gone

The Achievement Learning Centre is celebrating the accomplishments of 12- year-old Jahmielle Cadette, who recently passed the Grade 6 National Assessment examinations. Jahmielle first joined the institution in 2021 as an eight-year-old after his parents sought a nurturing environment to help strengthen his academic and social development. His early years at the Centre coincided with the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, presenting unique challenges brought on by social distanc

The Dominica State College (DSC) will confer degrees on approximately 350 graduands during its 24th Commencement Ceremony, scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium. In the lead-up to this milestone event, a special Honors Ceremony will be held on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Goodwill Parish Hall to recognize outstanding academic achievement. Graduands will receive degrees from the following faculties:  Faculty of Applied Arts & Technology

The Ministry of Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence announces the close-out of Dominica’s participation in the ACT in Mathematics Cohort 2 programme. The initiative supported 30 participants from all 14 secondary schools, together with the Learning Support Advisor for the West. Advancing Caribbean Teachers (ACT) in Mathematics Cohort 2 is a regional professional development initiative involving Dominica, Barbados, and Grenada, suppo

Dominican national Garvin Le Blanc has achieved a significant academic milestone, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Distinction in Visual Arts from the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO) in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. The graduation ceremony was held on June 4th, 2026, at the UBCO campus, followed by a reception hosted by the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies. Originally from the Commonwealth of Dominica, Le Blanc grew up in and around R

The Ministry of Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence invites the public to attend the TVET Showcase 2026 on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the Ground Floor of Government Headquarters. Held under the theme, "TVET for Excellence: Showcasing Skills, Breaking Stigmas, Building Futures," the showcase will highlight the creativity, innovation and practical skills of students engaged in Technical and Vocational Educat

The Ministry of Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence, in collaboration with the Konmité pou Etid Kwéyòl (KEK), will host the 15th Edition of the Kwéyòl Spelling Bee Competition on Thursday, June 4, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Alliance Française in Roseau. The competition aims to promote the use, preservation and appreciation of Kwéyòl among students and encourage greater engagement with the language within the formal education system.

The Ministry of Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence informs the public that the annual Grade Six National Assessment (G6NA) will be administered on Thursday, May 28, and Friday, May 29, 2026. This year, a total of 792 candidates-comprising 380 girls and 412 boys- are registered to take the examinations across 62 designated centers islandwide. The assessments are scheduled to commence promptly at 7:45 AM each day. All examinations wi

The Dominica Library and Information Service will observe Library Week 2026 from May 18th to May 23rd, 2026, under the theme: “Empowering Communities through Knowledge, Culture and Innovation.” Library Week is an annual observance aimed at highlighting the important role libraries play in education, literacy, cultural preservation and community development. This year’s activities will focus on promoting reading, lifelong learning, creativity and greater public appreciation fo

The Ministry of Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training, and National Excellence will host a STEM Fair on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the St. Alphonsus Parish Hall, commencing at 10:00 a.m. The STEM Fair will be held under the theme “STEM at Work: Building Industry Capacity through Ideas.” The fair will provide a national platform for students from primary and secondary schools to showcase innovative projects that demonstrate the application of Science, Technology

Annie Samuel-Etienne, a past student of Wesley High School, has been officially hooded by Virginia University of Lynchburg, having been conferred the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Administration, graduating with high honors. Dr. Samuel-Etienne, who currently serves as a Director of Programs and has worked extensively with the State of Florida, has built an impressive career dedicated to supporting at-risk communities in South Florida. Her leadership and commitment to s

The Ministry of Education announces the reopening of schools on Apr 30th in the areas affected by the trough system last Sunday. On that day, all schools will participate in the Return to Happiness Programme, a psychosocial support initiative designed to help students and staff transition back to the school environment after the impact of disaster. The programme will run for approximately three hours and will be supported by counsellors, education officers and other Ministry