#Notice: CXC® wishes to advise the public that after extensive consultations with stakeholders, the Council has released the final timetables for the full suite of examinations for 2026. Kindly review them here: https://www.cxc.org/download-timetables/ 

#Notice: Please note that the following syllabuses were recently revised or amended and have been implemented for teaching from September 2025 onwards.

You can download all syllabuses from our website >> www.cxc.org/syllabus-downloads

#Notice: The preliminary results for the May-June 2025 CXC® examinations will be accessible online at 1:00 pm (AST) on Friday, 15 August, 2025. Candidates may access their results on that day,  via the Student Portal at >> https://bit.ly/mycxc-results 

It is possible to make an Early Release of Results request for university applications. This allows your CXC® exam results to be sent quickly to Universities/ Colleges when preliminary exam results are released. Kindly note that the deadline for submitting Early Release Requests is 25 July 2025. Here are the steps:

1. Log on to your account on cxc.org/my-account if you are an existing user. New users must click the Register tab and then complete the form. Check your email for confirmation, then log on to your new account.

2. Navigate to New Request then to Request Transcript Order Form. (Close the pop-up box if your order is not being sent to WES.) Fill out the Transcript order form. Note that transcripts can’t be sent to candidates directly. Only to educational institutions or prospective employers.

3. Add your transcript order to your cart and proceed to checkout. Complete the checkout form. In the notes section, please indicate in writing that your request is for ‘Early Release.' This will allow expedited processing 

Call for Papers – CXC® Regional Education Conference

Deadline for Paper Submissions: 23 June 2025

Conference Dates: 28-30 October 2025

Venue: The Ocean Coral Spring Hotel in Jamaica

More info: www.conference.cxc.org

The CXC® Professional Learning Institute presents a teacher training workshop designed specifically for the needs of CSEC® Mathematics teachers. This workshop is scheduled for 21 May 2025 and will cater to teachers located in the following territories:

• Belize • Saint Lucia • Dominica • St Maarten • British Virgin Islands • Cayman Islands

These sessions are scheduled daily between 10 AM - 3 PM (AST). Please view the flyer for registration details >> https://forms.office.com/r/x2aaj39da5 

#WednesdayWisdom: Here are some helpful exam-taking tips for all candidates sitting the 2025 CXC® May/June examinations!

• Before the exam: https://bit.ly/cxc25-before

• During the exam: https://bit.ly/cxc25-during

• After the exam: https://bit.ly/cxc25-after

• Penalties for misconduct: https://bit.ly/cxc25-penalties

#ExamTips

The CXC® Professional #SaveTheDate: The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) will host a Regional Education Conference in Jamaica from October 28-30, 2025, under the theme "Navigating the Digital Age: Rethinking Teaching, Learning and Assessment." 

This conference will bring together key stakeholders in education from across the Caribbean to discuss and address critical issues affecting our education systems. One key objective of the conference is to empower educational professionals as they navigate in the digital age, exploring the use of digitalisation in transforming teaching, learning and assessment.  

Stay tuned to learn more! 🎓

#Notice: Please be advised that the CXC® 2025 CSEC® January examination timetable is now accessible on our website: https://bit.ly/cxc-jan-25-ttable 

#Notice: Please note the list of prescribed texts for the 2024-2029 examinations. Further details will be provided in the revised Syllabus, which will be released for teaching in September 2023 and the first examination in May/June 2024.

Preparing for the upcoming CXC® exam session? With the CXC® Learning Hub, success is at your fingertips!

Access resources such as: syllabuses, past papers, e-books, demo e-Tests, subject reports, digital toolkits and more!

Sign-up for FREE today: www.learninghub.cxc.org

Preparing for exams? CXC® Student Central has you covered! Visit our user-friendly, online student resource page to review broad-topics, timetables, SBA handbooks, demo e-tests, news and FAQs!

Check out CXC® Student Central Today!

YOUTH VOICES FOR DISASTER PREPAREDNESS & RISK REDUCTION 

Are you 12–18 years old and passionate about creating content for social media? 

This is your chance to make a difference and win up to US $1,000 in our peer-to-peer social media competition! 

 Share a fun and powerful message on disaster preparedness or risk reduction

 Post on TikTok, Instagram, X, or Facebook

 Choose from topics like hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, or volcanoes 

 Deadline: 26 October 2025

 Submit your entry: cdemayouth@cdema.org

Your creativity can help communities get ready, stay safe and build resilience.  Don’t miss this chance to raise your voice, inspire change and win! 

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Caribbean Child Research Conference – a platform dedicated to raising children’s voices and promoting their rights across the region.

Under the theme “Leaving no child behind: Bridging gaps for marginalised children in the Caribbean,” we’re inviting children and young people to showcase their creativity and ideas through three exciting competitions:

Essay Competition (Ages 9–11)

Research Paper Competition (Ages 12–17)

Poem Competition (Ages 6–8)

Be part of this milestone celebration. Share your voice, your research, and your creativity to inspire action for every child.

FREE Online Counselling Sessions

CYCLE 8

Life can feel overwhelming at times—but you don’t have to walk the journey alone. Our team at Positive Mindset Training & Development Consultants & A Balanced Mind is offering 6 FREE counselling sessions (online) to provide the support, guidance, and safe space you need.

Easy to access

Confidential & compassionate

Open to anyone in need

To register, simply send your Full Name, Email Address, and Contact Number via WhatsApp to (868) 703-7487.

Let’s take the first step together toward healing and growth.

CCU’s Youthpreneurship Conference 2025 is back and bigger than ever! Dive into a day of inspiring keynote speakers, powerful panels on the Digital Society & Digital Economy, and exhibitions showcasing Innovation in Action.

Saturday, October 4th, 2025

Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre – Ballroom

8:30am - 2:00pm

Ages 16 to 40, this event is built for YOU — the next generation of digital changemakers.

Don’t miss this FREE opportunity to connect, learn, and help shape the future of our digital society.

Register today: https://forms.office.com/r/942W2tvvEH

Young people, this one’s for YOU! 

Join us for an empowering World of Work Seminar where you’ll gain tips, skills, and insights to prepare for your future career.

 Date: Saturday 27th September 2025

 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 FREE to all who attend!

Don’t miss this chance to build your confidence and unlock opportunities! 

Are you a #CommonwealthYouth aged 18–29 passionate about ocean and climate action? Here’s your chance to share your ideas on how youth leadership can drive resilience and sustainability.

Apply here http://bit.ly/cycessaycompetition

The deadline for the Powergen Schools’ Art Competition 2025 has been extended to September 26th, 2025.

Students, it's your time to shine in the Powergen Schools’ Art Competition under the theme: “I See Beauty in the Colours of Life!”

Deadline: 26th September, 2025

For more details: https://powergen.co.tt/CSR/ArtCompetition2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent and imagination!

Ready to dance like never before? 🔥

Join our FREE Dance Workshop this September 20th & 27th and experience the magic of Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, and Soca Aerobics! 

From ages 5 to adults, everyone’s welcome. 

Spots are limited, secure yours now!

Sign up today!

The first week of the new school term is officially behind us! 

Now, it’s time to look ahead and prepare for one of the biggest highlights of the year—the National African History Quiz 2025 

 Are YOU the next winner?

 Over $90,000 in cash & non-cash prizes and the Dr. Olabisi Kuboni Challenge Trophy are up for grabs!

 Secondary school students, gather your crew and get your schools registered today!

 Register Now!!!

https://forms.office.com/r/rrAsp69kTv |  868.292.7288 

CSEC and CAPE students! Meet your We Lit 2025 exam prep dream team: Mrs. Charlene Joseph-Holmes and Mrs. Khadene Mathison.

With 17 years of experience as a teacher at the secondary level, Mrs. Charlene Joseph-Holmes believes that successful students become successful adults. She will be your teacher for We Lit’s FREE online lessons in CSEC English A & B and CAPE Communication Studies.

A dedicated Sixth Form teacher of Caribbean Studies at Bishop Anstey and Trinity College East Sixth Form, Mrs. Khadene Mathison has developed a strong passion for student development and leadership. She will be your teacher for We Lit’s FREE online lessons in CAPE Caribbean Studies.

Register today for We Lit's free weekly sessions via Zoom for Form 5 English A & B and Form 6 Communication & Caribbean Studies. It’s your time to learn and shine!

We are online from 15 September, 2025.

 Lessons are FREE, but there are limited spots available.

 https://bocaslitfest.com/we-lit-2025

Deadline to register: 08 September, 2025. 

Calling All Creatives!

Join us as we celebrate the 800th anniversary of St. Francis’s Canticle of Creatures with an inspiring exhibition!

Date: Saturday, September 27th, 2025

Venue: Holy Name Convent, Port of Spain

Submit an artistic piece that shows your understanding of the Canticle or a specific verse — painting, photo, sculpture, song, dance, poetry, prayer — your creativity is welcome!

Deadline for submissions: September 12th, 2025

Submit online here: https://forms.gle/ZYDZWh2JQ6WnJmco9

Let’s come together to honour creation and creativity!

For more information, contact the Franciscan Institute at +1 (868) 734-7620.

Exciting Opportunity for Caribbean Writers

The Caribbean Writer is accepting submissions for its fortieth issue, under the 2026 theme of 40 years of The Caribbean Writer: A Spectrum of Representation.

Accepted submissions include works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, essays, or one act-plays that explore ideas central to the Caribbean experience, perspective or heritage.

Deadline: 31 October

Follow the link below to learn more:

https://commonwealthfoundation.com/.../the-caribbean.../ 

Attention Young Innovators! 

Don't miss this #opportunity to unleash your potential! 

Are you ready to PowerUp! your creativity and take on the ultimate Innovation Challenge 2025?

Participate in this year's PowerUp! Competition by solving real-world problems with technology for your chance to WIN up to $30,000 in CASH prizes, medals, school trophies and loads of other exciting prizes!

 Tackle challenges in areas like the Environment, Economy, Community, and Social Interaction

 Design a tech-driven solution

 Showcase your idea through a 5-minute digital video presentation

Who can participate?

Students aged 10-18 who have completed the 2025 Innovation Nation Programme

Deadline: September 19th, 2025

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting opportunity!

 Learn more and register now at https://coding.cariri.com/powerup2025/ 

NIHERST Presents: Teach ME 2025 National Students’ Innovation Competition.

Calling all Roblox fans and coders!

Are you ready to Code the Future?

This year’s challenge invites students to design, code, and build a virtual solution to a real-world problem in your community, all within Roblox Studio, inspired by the theme:

“Youth Innovation with AI and Digital Tools”

How it works:

Create your Roblox account www.roblox.com

Download Roblox Studio roblox.com/create

Build your virtual prototype to tackle a problem in your community

Pitch your idea to our judging panel

Prizes: Up to TT $50,000*

Who can enter:

Nationals of Trinidad & Tobago

Individuals or teams (max. 5 members, same category)

Ages 8–10 (Junior) & 11–17 (Senior)

Key Dates:

Registration closes: Sept 12, 2025

Draft Prototype Deadline: Oct 20, 2025

Final Prototype Deadline: Nov 20, 2025

Final Judging: Nov 29, 2025

For information to register, visit https://www.niherst.gov.tt/projects/teachme.html

We want your story! The 2026 Commonwealth Short Story Prize has begun

Citizens of Commonwealth countries aged over 18 can enter. Stories should be between 2,000–5,000 words and must be unpublished fiction. Entry is free, and you can write on any theme.

Five regional winners will be announced next May. One of these five will be named the overall winner and receive £5,000. The regional winners will receive £2,500. All five regional winning stories will be published on Granta.

The deadline for entries is 11.59pm GMT on 1 November 2025.

Happy writing!

Read our FAQs and enter your story

commonwealthfoundation.com/short-story-prize

UWI FYE (First Year Experience) continues with UWI Clicks!  A practical session that helps you:

ü Make the most of UWI STA’s digital resources

ü  Navigate UWI STA’s website and student portal

ü  Manage essential online tools for a smooth academic experience

FYE is your gateway to life at UWI St. Augustine. It's your once-in-a-lifetime intro to everything you need to feel confident, connected, and ready to soar.

August 11th, 2025

1:00 pm

Zoom

For more information, visit https://sta.uwi.edu/fye/calendar-events to view the FYE Calendar of Events, which helps you transition, connect, and thrive. See you there!

Calling on students aged 10 – 14 to take part in our Financial Education Back to School Campaign 2025! Decode our bank of scrambled words and then use each of the words in an essay entitled "Why Financial Education is Essential to Me".

Don’t miss your chance to take part and win one of 15 amazing back-to-school packages! Email your entries to outreach@central-bank.org.tt (Email Subject: 2025 Back to School Campaign) by August 12, 2025.

For rules and further information, visit https://www.central-bank.org.tt/financial-education-2.../

 ATTENTION PARENTS, GUARDIANS & YOUNG VISIONARIES (AGES 12–17)! FREE TRAINING PROGRAM

Do you know a teen who's creative, ambitious, and full of big ideas? 

Give them the tools and support to become the next generation of changemakers and business leaders!

 INTRODUCING OUR FREE YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMME!

An empowering 10-week virtual experience that introduces young people (ages 12–17) to the exciting world of entrepreneurship, hosted by the YMCA of Trinidad and Tobago (YMCATT) and proudly funded by Republic Bank Limited – Power to Make a Difference.

 WHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN:

Through fun, interactive, and beginner-friendly sessions, youth will explore:

 What entrepreneurship is and why it matters

 How to identify problems and turn them into business ideas

 Basics of business planning and branding

 How to budget and manage money

 Presentation skills and pitching an idea

 Real-life stories from young entrepreneurs who are making it happen!

 PROGRAMME DETAILS:

 Start Date: Thursday, 7th August 2025

 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (EVERY THURSDAY)

 Location: Zoom Platform (Easy to access from anywhere!)

 Cost: FREE – 100% funded by Republic Bank Limited: Power to Make to Difference!

 Materials: All participants receive a digital workbook and module package!

 Certificate: Participants who complete 90% of homework/assignments will earn a Certificate of Participation.

 WHO SHOULD JOIN?

This programme is perfect for young people who:

 Are curious about starting a business

 Love solving problems and being creative

 Want to learn new skills that can help them in school and beyond

 Enjoy working in groups and sharing ideas

 Want to build confidence and leadership potential

 REGISTER NOW VIA WHATSAPP ON (868) 355-3431 – SPOTS ARE LIMITED! 

Calling all future innovators! 

The Teach ME STEM Enrichment Camps are back this August!

Get ready for hands-on activities, real-world problem-solving, and a whole lot of STEM fun! 

The camps will be used to introduce and reinforce STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts in areas such as Programming, Robotics, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Renewable Energy, as well as Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality.

 Who can join?

 Primary Students (Standards 3–5)

 Secondary Students (Forms 1–5)

 Camp Dates:

 Primary: Aug 13–15 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

 Secondary: Aug 19–22 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

 Location: Barataria Community Centre, Sixth Avenue, San Juan

 Register by: August 11th, 2025

 Cost: FREE

 Click to register: https://bit.ly/TeachME_STEM_EnrichmentCamp

Let’s build, code, explore, and create a better tomorrow – together!  

The Youth Self-Development Series is a structured journey of personal growth. It’s designed to help individuals become more aware of who they are, where they want to go, and how to get there. The series unfolds over several sessions and covers key areas of life that contribute to becoming a better version of yourself—mentally, emotionally, socially, and professionally.  

 The spark of innovation starts HERE!

Are you between the ages of 10–18 and full of BIG ideas? 

CARIRI’s Innovation Nation 2025 programme is back, and it’s bigger than ever!

Get ready to learn how to turn your ideas into real-world solutions through hands-on activities, mentorship, and more.

 Programme runs until August 2025.

 FREE of charge

 Represent your school in the all-new PowerUp Challenge

Sign up now at https://coding.cariri.com/

This project was made possible through the generosity of Republic Bank Limited, as part of its Power to Make a Difference Programme, bmobile, Guardian Media Limited and Freedom 106.5fm.

#InnovationNation #FutureInnovators #CARIRI 

The Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago (ACTT) is the nation’s principal body for conducting and advising on the accreditation and recognition of post secondary and tertiary educational and training institutions, programmes and awards.

ACTT has created a Compendium of Registered, Accredited and Recognised Institutions, Awarding Bodies and Programmes that assists students and other stakeholders in making informed decisions when choosing an institution or programme which best meets their educational and career/professional goals.

For more information visit >> https://www.actt.org.tt/

FINAL Parenting Webinar

Don’t miss this powerful opportunity to strengthen your family’s emotional and mental health.

Topic: Supporting Emotional & Mental Health in the Family

From Stress to Strength: Helping Families Thrive Together

Date: Monday, September 29

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Online via Zoom – Free Entry

Why You Should Join

Understand emotions & stress in children and teens.

Learn repeatable family routines that protect mental health.

Practice calm communication & de-escalation.

Walk away with a 7-Day Family Wellbeing Plan you can start using immediately.

Facilitator: Dr. Royette Williams-James.  Ph.D.

Mental Health Advocate & Emotional Intelligence Coach

Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397

Passcode: 949607

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84005848397...

This is the FINAL, FINAL free parenting webinar for the Empowered Parenting Series 2025– and you cannot afford to miss it!

Let’s end strong together by building healthier, happier families in Trinidad & the Caribbean.

Every life matters. This Suicide Prevention Month, join us for solutions on how you and governments can help others and address concerning suicide rates in the Caribbean.

What to expect:

Supporting those in crisis

Policy change & government action

Decriminalisation & stigma reduction

Dialogue with policymakers, advocates & youth

Practical actions YOU can take

Thurs, Sept 18, 2025

Register: bit.ly/suicidewebinar2025

Get FREE suicide prevention resources.

Where is Trinidad & Tobago’s economy headed, and what will the 2025/2026 Budget mean for you?

Join leading economists and distinguished panellists, Dr. Bhoendradatt Tewarie, Prof. Roger Hosein and Dr. Indera Sagewan as they unpack growth, revenue and fiscal discipline in our online Pre-Budget Discussion, hosted by the Trade and Economic Development Unit. With Mr. Vivek Charran as the moderator, this is your chance to hear expert analysis and ask the questions that matter.

Friday, October 26th, 2025

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Zoom - Register now: https://bit.ly/UWI-TEDU-budget

Don't miss this opportunity to engage with leading experts on the policies that will impact our country's economic landscape.

Register here: https://bit.ly/UWI-TEDU-budget

 Parent Webinar #10 

The Digital Trap: Social Media, Violence, & Your Child’s Mental Health

 Monday, September 15th

 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

 What You’ll Learn:

How social platforms are designed to keep children hooked

The hidden links between online violence & mood, sleep, aggression, and anxiety

Red-flag behaviors & early warning signs of digital distress

Practical, proven tools to reduce harm

 Facilitator:

Dr. Royette Williams-James. Ph.D., M.Ed., PWF

Emotional Intelligence Coach

 Zoom Access:

Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397

Passcode: 949607

 Parents, this is your opportunity to protect your child’s mental well-being in a digital world that never sleeps. Let’s equip ourselves to guide our children with wisdom, vigilance, and love.  

Parent Webinar #11 🌟

Overcoming Adversity as a Family Unit

📅 Tuesday, September 16th

🕕 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

💡 Join us for a powerful 2-hour parenting webinar designed to help families face challenges with strength and unity. This session will equip parents with practical tools to:

✅ Strengthen family resilience

✅ Improve communication

✅ Tackle life’s challenges together

👩‍🏫 Facilitator:

Dr. Royette Williams-James

Emotional Intelligence Coach

🔗 Zoom Details:

Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397

Passcode: 949607

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your family with skills that foster love, resilience, and hope!

Parenting in High-Stress Times Just Got Easier!

Parenting can feel overwhelming—especially during stressful times. But what if you had the tools to manage emotions, connect deeply with your children, and create a calmer home environment?

Join us for our upcoming FREE Webinar:

Parenting with Emotional Intelligence in High-Stress Times

Tuesday, August 26th

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (via Zoom)

Led by Dr. Royette Williams-James, Emotional Intelligence Coach, this session will help you:

Understand your child’s emotions

Build stronger parent-child connections

Respond calmly under pressure

Foster resilience in your family

Zoom Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397

Passcode: 949607

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your parenting with the power of emotional intelligence!

Share this with another parent who could benefit!

New to ChatGPT? This Webinar is for YOU! 

If you’ve never used AI—or only know a little—this highly practical webinar will show you how to make ChatGPT work for you both professionally and personally.

 No tech skills required

 Beginner-friendly

 Step-by-step guidance with tools you can use immediately

 Bonus: Tips on using Canva to design presentations that stand out 

 Create presentations, organize ideas, brainstorm faster, and save HOURS of work—all with less stress.

 Thursday, September 4th

 5:00 – 8:30 p.m.

 Interested? WhatsApp: (868)703-7487

 Don’t miss this chance to Learn It, Use It, and Love It!

NOTE: Because of the practical nature of the course, limited spaces available. 

FREE Webinar Alert!

Bullyproof: Build Resilience and Action

As your kids transition into new school levels, the challenges of cyberbullying and peer pressure—both online and offline—can feel overwhelming. But they don’t have to face it alone.

Join us for this FREE webinar hosted by CCU, designed especially for parents and students who want to better understand bullying and build resilience.

📅 Date: August 28th, 2025

🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

🌐 Open to the public – non-members welcome!

Learn valuable tools and tips—and discover how CCU can support you and your family.

📲 Registration opens July 18th and closes August 26th: https://forms.office.com/r/93YhQhP5X9

EMPOWERING THE PARENT SERIES WEBINAR #6

 Parenting After Loss: Supporting Your Child Through Grief & Trauma 

Losing a loved one can leave deep emotional scars — not just for us as parents, but for our children too.

 This FREE parenting webinar will equip you with the tools, understanding, and hope needed to help your child heal while navigating your own grief journey.

 Date: Wednesday, August 13th

 Time: 6:00 p.m.

 Platform: Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84005848397...

Topics Include:

 Understanding grief in children

 Supporting your child through the pain

 When the parent is grieving too

 Healing tools & resources

 Rebuilding hope & connection

 Facilitator: Ms. Denielle Placide, M.A.

Certified Grief & Trauma Professional

 Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397 | Passcode: 949607

Let’s come together to support our children

My next webinar is for young adults (19-23 years old). It covers various situations they'll encounter when they begin their journey into adulthood and employment.  Hope to see you there! 

EMPOWERING THE PARENT SERIES WEBINAR #5

 Hard Talks, Gentle Words: Communicating with Children About Difficult Issues

 Tuesday, August 5th |  6:00 – 8:00 p.m. |

 Via Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84005848397...

Do you struggle with how to talk to your child about death, divorce, illness, or major life changes?

You are not alone and you don’t have to face these conversations without guidance. 

Join Fac. Dr. Royette Williams-James, Emotional Intelligence Coach, for a FREE 2-hour parenting webinar designed to help you navigate these tough moments with compassion and confidence.

What you’ll learn:

 Why We Need to Talk

 Understanding the Child’s Mind

 Barriers to Effective Communication

 Tools for Tough Talks

 FREE Attendance

 Zoom Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397

 Passcode: 949607

 Equip yourself with the skills to have the conversations that matter most and strengthen your bond with your child. 

Calling All Teen Girls Ages 11-17! 

Are you tired of feeling angry, misunderstood, or stuck in cycles of aggression or bullying? It’s time to RISE & RECLAIM your worth, confidence, and peace!

Join us for the FREE faith-centered virtual conference:

RISE & RECLAIM: Empowering Teen Girls Beyond Aggression & Bullying

 Saturday, July 26th, 2025

 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

 Online via Zoom (Scan QR Code to join)

 What’s in it for you?

 Learn to manage your anger & emotions

 Build healthy friendships

 Strengthen your spiritual foundation

 Understand the bullying cycle & break free

 Gain practical conflict resolution tools

 Discover your true worth in a supportive, fun environment

You will hear from powerful, caring speakers who will guide you through real-life strategies to grow stronger, calmer, and more confident.

 Featuring:

 Denielle Placide – Strengthening the Spiritual You

 Dr. Royette Williams-James – Understanding Anger & The Bullying Cycle

 Shequilla Adams-Joseph – Emotional Regulation & Conflict Resolution

 Victoria Rajkumar – Mindfulness Reset

 Gabriella Roberts Burke – Healthy Friendships & Social Media

 Roberta Bennett – Building My Self-Worth

 Host: Bianca Bharath, Talent Manager

 It’s your time to reclaim your peace and power!

 Scan the QR Code to join!

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!! 

FREE Virtual Talk for Parents!

Parenting in the Age of AI and Social Media 

Are your children safe online?

Join ChildLine Trinidad and Tobago for an essential session to help you better understand how to protect and support your child in today’s digital world.

 Dates:

 July 15th

 (Repeat) July 17th

 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

 Scan the QR code on the flyer to join!

 Talking Points:

 Spot the Dangers: Cyberbullying, harmful content & more

 Smart Monitoring: Track online activity while keeping trust

 App-Savvy Parenting: Understand the apps your teens use

Let’s work together to keep our children safe online!  

Next up in our 12-week Empowering the Parent series:

Keeping the Faith: Spiritual and Cultural Anchors for Family Stability with Dr. Dos Santos.

Monday, June 16th | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. | Zoom

Free and open to all.

Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397 | Passcode: 949607

Zoom Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84005848397...

Let’s keep equipping our parents. Let’s keep building our families.

Let’s make Trinidad & Tobago and Caribbean by extension a place we ALL want to live. 

SAVE THE DATE, PARENTS!

We're continuing our Empowering the Parent 12-week series with Webinar #3 — and this one is not to be missed!

Coping with Children’s Differences and Behavior Styles

Wednesday, July 9th

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Zoom | Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397 | Passcode: 949607

Facilitator: Krystal Hosein, M.A., B.Sc., Educational Psychologist

FREE ENTRY!

Are you a parent, teacher, or caregiver trying to decode your child’s behavior?

This session will empower you with:

Understanding the root of behavioral differences

Insights into common behavior styles

Practical strategies that work

Techniques to respond with insight—not frustration

Mark your calendars and share with a fellow parent or educator!

Together, let’s build stronger, more understanding families.

 Introducing Our Parenting Initiative! 

Join us as we kick off a powerful journey to support parents in raising emotionally strong, confident children in today’s world.

 Webinar 1: Raising Resilient Children in Unstable Times

Tuesday, June 10th

 6.00 - 8.00 p.m.

 Online via Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84005848397...

Let’s equip our families with the tools to thrive—not just survive. 

 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗟, 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗟

𝗔 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗿-𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

𝘑𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘳 2𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯- 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝘽𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚, 𝙄𝙩'𝙨 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 - 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘦'𝘭𝘭 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘴𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘥𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨.

 Session Date: 12th June, 2025

 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

 Format: Online via Zoom

 Cost: Free and open to the public

Register now: https://forms.office.com/r/LSyyMSXyhH?origin=lprLink

Join the Community Mediation Services Division of the Ministry of Culture and Community Development for our monthly virtual parental support group meetings, “A Parent’s Guide to Educating Children on Social Media,” hosted by the Central Main Mediation Centre.

This month's session explores how screen time, online interactions, and digital pressure influence your child’s emotional well-being and what you can do to support a healthier balance.

Date: Wednesday 28th May

Time: 5:30-7:30pm

Topic: Understanding the impact of social media on your child's mental health.

This free virtual support group provides a welcoming space to ask questions, share experiences, and connect with other parents facing similar challenges in today’s digital age.

Register now to take the next step in your parenting journey:

https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc.../viewform...

For more information, email questions to centralmain.mediation@gov.tt or call 225-4267 

We are happy to partner with The Community Mediation Services Division of the Ministry of Culture and Community Development on the upcoming 2025 Parenting Support Symposia.

We encourage all parents, guardians, and caregivers to register and benefit from this year's theme, "Caring Connections: Parenting Through Trauma to Build Resilience".

Share for someone who can benefit from this series of insightful virtual workshops and follow us for more details.

June 23rd-25th

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Hosted on Zoom

Empowered Parenting in Troubled Times 12-week Webinar Series:

Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by today’s chaos? You're not alone—and help is here.

Join us for Empowered Parenting in Troubled Times, a FREE 12-week online webinar series that equips you with the tools to raise strong, emotionally grounded children—even in the midst of crime, violence, and societal pressure.

Every session is packed with real talk, emotional support, and practical strategies to help you navigate parenting in unstable times.

Starting June 10th | Every session is FREE | 6:00–8:00 p.m. | Online via Zoom

Topics include:

Parenting through crisis

Co-parenting after separation

Gangs, guns, and your youth

Social media & mental health

Parenting after loss

Emotional intelligence for parents

...and so much more!

Facilitator/Host: Dr. Royette Williams-James, Emotional Intelligence Coach & Parenting Strategist

Zoom Link Info:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84005848397...

Meeting ID: 840 0584 8397

Passcode: 949607

Let’s raise resilient children together—even in troubled times.

Tag a parent, share widely, and don’t miss this powerful series!

#EmpoweredParenting #ParentingInCrisis #RaisingResilientChildren #MentalHealthMatters #FreeParentingSupport #TrinidadAndTobago #ParentingInToughTimes

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES

Let’s Re-Engage, Empower, and Equip!

As we journey through Quarter 2 (April–June), we’re excited to remind you of three powerful and purpose-driven programs coming your way:

1. Wednesday, May 21 – “Parenting: Listening to Your Child’s Unsaid Words”

A transformative session for parents who want to go beyond what’s said, and truly connect with their children’s emotional world.

2. Thursday, May 29 – “Protecting God’s Little Ones: Equipping Sunday School Teachers to Recognize and Respond to Bullying, Abuse & Incest”

A crucial webinar for faith-based leaders, workers, and members to better protect and support their congregations.

3. June 3 & 4 – Designing Peer Counseling Programs That Work

A dynamic 2-part training for educators, NGO staff, and community leaders ready to launch or enhance peer support programs in schools or organizations.

These sessions are more than training—they’re movements for change.

Reserve your spot early and let’s grow together this quarter.

Stay connected. Stay equipped. Stay empowered.

#ABalancedMind #Quarter2Programs #ParentingSupport #FaithAndSafety #PeerCounseling #MentalHealthMatters #TransformativeLearning #TrinidadAndTobago

This display highlights the customs of Divali in Trinidad and Tobago

This display highlighting International School Library Month.

This display highlights the history and importance of  the musical artform of Calypso.

This display highlights some of the achievements of the late Calypsonian Leroy "Black Stalin" Calliste.

This display highlights the history and importance of Caribbean Folklore and how it is celebrated

This display highlights notable achievements of SJCSJ past pupils.

This display highlights the history and significance of UN International Day.

This display highlights the history, culture and significance of the First Peoples of Trinidad and Tobago

This display highlights the history and significance of UN International Day.

This display highlights the history and significance of UN International Day.

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These topics may include topics such as Women and Violence in  Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela in Trinidad and Tobago and Natural Disasters. 

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