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1: Discussion and information sharing forums in the UK - St Helena (Education) - 24.04.2008

Kedell Worboys, the St Helena Government UK Representative, is planning to set up some discussion/information sharing forums in several geographical locations in the UK over the coming months for “Saints” to participate. These will enable Saints to discuss topical issues on the island and any issues affecting St Helenians collectively in the UK.

2: Internet News Relevant to the Falkland Islands (18/04/08) - Falklands (Education) - 18.04.2008

Occasionally some of the Island newspapers will be compiling news from the internet relevant to each one. Tristan da Cunha has a compilation on its site at http://www.tristantimes.com.

3: Falklands NVQ and Apprentice Certificates Awarded - Falklands (Education) - 25.01.2008

NVQ Candidates and Apprentices received their certificates at Government House on Monday evening at a reception hosted by H. E. the Governor Mr. Alan Huckle.

4: Prince Andrew School Publishes a Book on St Helena - St Helena (Education) - 09.12.2007

Prince Andrew School has published a full colour, hardback book entitled “St Helena, Then and Now, 1817 – 2007”

5: Falklands Director of Education Report - Falklands (Education) - 24.10.2007

Mrs. Barbara Booth has reported to the Education Board.

6: Good GCSE Results for FICS Students - Falklands (Education) - 25.08.2007

Twelve of fifteen hopefulls will attend 6th form College in the UK.

7: Education Board meeting Report (10/07/07) - Falklands (Education) - 19.07.2007

Find out what happened during this important board meeting

8: Sergeant Roberts Speaks About the DARE Project - Falklands (Education) - 04.07.2007

Sergeant Roberts has been involved with the DARE Project for the past 10 years. He speaks about his involvement and the project's history in the Falklands. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Sergeant Roberts and his students.

9: Training Centre: Travelling in the Right Direction - Falklands (Education) - 19.05.2007

The Training Centre has launched a newsletter.

10: MBE FOR TIM SIMPSON - Falklands (Education) - 23.04.2007

Mrs Mirabelle, Herminie (TIM) Simpson, the art teacher at FICS, has received an MBE from HM the Queen. The medal was presented to her at a ceremony at Government House on Friday, 20 April 2007. Her name was included in the New Year’s Honours list. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Mrs. Simpson receives her MBE medal from H. E. the Governor Mr. Huckle.

11: Mental Health Strategy Group Seeks Volunteers for Samaritan Training - Falklands (Education) - 19.04.2007

The MHSG wants 40 volunteers for a much needed help line.

12: Successful Falklands Visit for Chevening Scholars - Falklands (Education) - 19.02.2007

Six Chevening Scholars from Argentina have completed a visit to the Falkland Islands on a fact finding mission for their disciplines of Economics, Political Science, Law, International Relations and Journalism. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Andres Zenerruza, Eugenia Mitchelstein, Matias Campodonio, Jorge Liotti, Sonia Jalfin and Franco Fugazza at Government House on Friday.

13: OT Students to Benefit from Reduced Tuition Fees - St Helena (Education) - 22.11.2006

At the Press Conference at the opening of the Overseas Territories Consultative Council meeting held yesterday in London, 21 November, Mr Bill Rammel, Higher Education Minister, was delighted to announce proposals to enable students from the British Overseas Territories to be treated as home students for fee purposes at institutions in England.

14: Identity Theft and the Wheelie Bin - S.Atlantic (Education) - 14.10.2006

What's in your wheelie bin can say volumes about who you are. Read on to find out what you can do to stop the flow of information. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - The method may be unusual but it's as good as the most expensive shredders.

15: Falklands Mature Students Honoured at Government House - S.Atlantic (Education) - 13.10.2006

Twenty-four mature students have received diplomas and certificates for their efforts at Government House. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) The 24 plus H. E. the Governor Mr. Alan Huckle and Mr. Dennis Harris, who took the risk to employ Apprentices.

16: St. Helena Customer Care for Long-term Unemployed - St Helena (Education) - 04.10.2006

As part of the UNDP funded project, “Training Long-Term Unemployed”, the St Helena Development Agency has delivered customer care training to a number of unemployed people. Photo (c) St. Helena Media

17: Consultation Continues on Education’s Proposal - St Helena (Education) - 13.09.2006

Consultation on the proposed reorganisation of schools has continued with the Education Committee meeting about 100 parents in Jamestown, Longwood and Half Tree Hollow.

18: Giselle Richards Studies Counselling - St Helena (Education) - 12.09.2006

St Helenian, Giselle Richards, is in her second year of study at York St John, College of the University of Leeds. Giselle left St Helena in 2004 and is working towards a Bachelor of Arts degree in Counselling Studies. Photo (c) St. Helena Herald Giselle Richards

19: Scholar Returns to Teach at Prince Andrew School - St Helena (Education) - 06.09.2006

After four years of study, scholar Kerry Stevens has returned to St Helena having successfully completed a degree in Business with the North Hertfordshire College/Hertfordshire University.

20: Falkland Islands Community School Prize Giving Report - Falklands (Education) - 10.08.2006

Students in Year 11 received their Records of Achievement from Acting Governor Miss Harriet Hall. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Jock Elliot, Clovis Kilmartin and Gary Clement at the FICS Prize Giving on Wednesday.

21: David Higgins' Back in the South Atlantic - Falklands (Education) - 27.07.2006

David Higgins, who left his post i the Falklands to take up one at Two Boats School on Ascension Island, is back in the Falklands for another stint as head teacher at the Community School.

22: Parliamentarians to Visit the Falklands - Falklands (Education) - 26.07.2006

The Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme is sponsoring four MPs for a visit to the Falklands

23: Police e-mail Address to Help Community - Falklands (Education) - 10.05.2006

Now children and adults can have a confidential chat with a Police Officer.

24: Sea Survival Training - Ascension (Education) - 04.05.2006

On Wednesday & Thursday of last week Paul Davies of Sea Survival International held a Sea Survival Training course with Marine & Fire Rescue Staff at the Georgetown Swimming Pool.

25: Education Board Meeting (05/02/06) - Falklands (Education) - 03.05.2006

Find out what happened during this important boardmeeting.

26: Education Board Meeting (07/02/06) - Falklands (Education) - 07.02.2006

Find out what happened during this important committee meeting.

27: Yeates Still in Falkland Waters - Falklands (Education) - 04.01.2006

Colin Yeates, who is attempting to circumnavigate Antarctica in a row-boat is still in Falkland Waters.

28: Mobile Phones Banned from Falklands Schools - Falklands (Education) - 22.12.2005

If you are a student in the Falklands the mere possession of a mobile phone at school can land you in trouble!

29: Education Board Meeting (06/12/05) - Falklands (Education) - 08.12.2005

Find out what happened during this important meeting

30: South Georgia Circumnavigation Completed by British Kayak Team - S.Georgia (Education) - 01.12.2005

The British shaved two days off New Zealand's record.

31: VIP Visits British Forces South Atlantic Islands - S.Atlantic (Education) - 30.11.2005

John Maskell-Bott tells us more. Photo (c) Crown Copyright - VIP fire power

32: Tristan Scholar Returns Home - S.Atlantic (Education) - 23.11.2005

Sarah Glass will be sending info from Tristan

33: Business News from St. Helena - St Helena (Education) - 23.11.2005

Tony Green told the St. Helena Herald about Entrepreneurship in Summer School.

34: Goodbye Mr Higgins - Ascension (Education) - 17.11.2005

All the staff and children at Two Boats School would like to thank Head teacher Mr. Higgins for all his hard work over the last four years.

35: Do You Know Where Your Children Are? - Falklands (Education) - 16.11.2005

FINN knows where a large number of them spend their time.

36: Two Boats School Athletics Carnival 23rd October 2005 - Ascension (Education) - 27.10.2005

Staff, students, parents and friends of Two Boats School braved the grey, misty rain on Sunday morning to attend the annual sports day.

37: Spring Fair Nets Stanley Kids Zone £340.00 - Falklands (Education) - 18.10.2005

People in Stanley supported one of their day care nurseries. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) The action in the Parish Hall

38: Cayman's Principal Prison Officer Trains RFIP - Falklands (Education) - 17.10.2005

Peter Foster has a holistic approach to prison officer training. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Peter Foster

39: Year 6 Students DARE to say No to Alcohol, Drugs and Violence - Falklands (Education) - 30.07.2005

The presentation of certificates for the DARE programme took place on Thursday, 28 July 2005 at the Infant/Junior School Hall. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - Year 6 with John Farrow, left, Sgt. Roberts, Centre and H. E. the Governor Mr. Howard Pearce, right.

40: Wot? More School? Nah! - Ascension (Education) - 28.07.2005

This year I decided to take advantage of the GCSE evening courses delivered by the staff of Two Boats School.

41: ASCENSION’S ACHIEVERS REWARDED AT TWO BOATS SCHOOL PRIZE GIVING - Ascension (Education) - 07.07.2005

The annual Two Boats School Leavers Assembly took place at 1120 am on Friday, 01 July 2005

42: Golden Anniversary for Infant/Junior School - Falklands (Education) - 11.06.2005

Students at the Stanley Infant/Junior School had a special assembly at 0910 this morning when they all gathered to wish their school a very happy 50th birthday. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Macaulay Middleton blows out the candles on a huge birthday cake.

43: A Special Thank-you for Sheffield Survivor - Falklands (Education) - 07.05.2005

It isn't often that a college student would recognise a South Atlantic Medal but Zoran Zuvic is an exception. Photo (c) Zoran Zuvic

44: Two Falklands Students Meet H. M. the Queen - Falklands (Education) - 15.03.2005

Two students from Peter Symonds College have met H.M. the Queen.

45: Honours Degree for Christine Jonas - St Helena (Education) - 29.01.2005

Twenty five year old Christine Jonas, daughter of Maureen Jonas of Farm Lodge, has gained a BSc (Honours) 2.1 in Sports Education. Paul George tells us more.

46: Trainers at the Ready - Falklands (Education) - 28.01.2005

The first batch of students undergoing Training Development through the Training Unit passed out with flying colours at the Chamber of Commerce this week, having completed three phases of the course. Photo (c) Eyleen Davis - The intrepid Trainers.

47: Journalism Fellowship Seeks Applicants - S.Atlantic (Education) - 04.01.2005

Applications are invited for the Gordon N. Fisher Journalism Fellowship at Massey College in the University of Toronto from 01 September 2005 to 30 April 2006.

48: Thirty-Four Receive Diplomas and Certificates at Government House - Falklands (Education) - 24.11.2004

Thirty-four Falklands students have been given Diplomas Certificates at Government House by H. E. the Governor Mr. Howard Pearce. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H. E. the Governor Mr. Howard Pearce poses with students and their diplomas and certificates.

49: Falklands Students Receive NVQ and OCR Certificates - Falklands (Education) - 21.11.2004

During two ceremonies, one on 16 November and one on 22 November, Falklands students achieved their goals. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - Those receiving certificates on 16 November 2004 stand with H. E. the Governor Mr. Pearce.

50: FIH Improves Offer for Portsmouth Ferry Company - Falklands (Education) - 19.11.2004

The Board of Falkland Islands Holdings PLC ('FIH') is pleased to announce an improvement in the terms of its offer for the whole of the issued share capital of The Portsmouth Harbour Ferry Company PLC ('PHFC') not already owned by FIH ('the Offer').

51: Big Bangs Rock Onion Range - S.Atlantic (Education) - 17.10.2004

Observers from Stanley and Mount Pleasant Complex visited Onion Range on East Falkland on Friday to have hands-on experience of Army firepower. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN) - Just don't smile for the photo!

52: BAS Aircraft Arrive for Antarctic Summer Season - Br.Ant.Territory (Education) - 17.10.2004

Two Twin Otters and a Dash 7 have arrived in Stanley on Friday afternoon in preparation for the up coming summer season of flying in the Antarctic. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN) - The Dash 7 is getting ready for her first seasonal flight south.

53: Political Shenanigans Mar South American Cricket - S.Atlantic (Education) - 09.09.2004

In this case the feel good factor that the exuded from the Olympics has been thoroughly thumb-screwed.

54: Infant/Junior School and Camp Education Prize-Giving Report - Falklands (Education) - 04.08.2004

The annual Infant/Junior School and Camp Education Prize Giving has taken place in the Town hall at 1800 on Monday, 02 August 2004. The venue began when Infant/Junior School Head, Mr. John Farrow welcomed everyone to the event. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Year 6 Students from Saunders House Collect their trophy.

55: Falklands Students DARE to Say NO to Alcohol and Drugs - Falklands (Education) - 17.07.2004

Falklands students in Year 6 have shown, once again, that it pays to say NO to alcohol and drugs. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Year 6 Students show the audience 8 ways of saying NO to Alcohol, drugs and violence.

56: Joint Winners for Sue Whitley EX - Falklands (Education) - 12.07.2004

The 20th annual Susan Whitley Art and Crafts Exhibition is being held over the weekend of 10 to 12 July 2004. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN)

57: A Selection of St. Helena News - St Helena (Education) - 02.07.2004

St Helenian student, Kerry Stevens is currently studying towards a Foundation Degree in Business with the North Hertfordshire College/Hertfordshire University. Photo (c) Garron Yon

58: St. Helena Scholars Information - St Helena (Education) - 28.06.2004

Young Children on St. Helena have achieved a lot. Here is two articles about them.

59: FICS Student Achievers Awarded at Prize-Giving Ceremony - Falklands (Education) - 21.05.2004

The annual presentation of GCSEs and Prize Giving at the Falkland Islands Community School took place at 1900 on 20 May 2004 in the School Street. Parents, friends and well-wishers filled the venue while Headmaster, Mr. Alan Purvis welcomed everyone. Photos(c) J. Brock (FINN) Students pose with their certificates and the Governor.

60: Aide Memorie: Development Mission to St. Helena - St Helena (Education) - 13.05.2004

A joint DFID and FCO team visited St Helena between 23 April and 9 May 2004 to discuss and negotiate a new three-year package of development assistance for the Island.

61: Seven Pass Out At FIDF Recruit Graduation - Falklands (Education) - 03.05.2004

Seven young men have received their berets at a passing-out ceremony that was held on Saturday, 01 May 2004 at 1800 in the FIDF HQ. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Acting Governor Miss Harriet Hall presents Sean Moffatt with his Best Recruit Trophy.

62: Historic First for Tristan Students - Tristan (Education) - 27.04.2004

Students have landed on many remote places during their GAP years and at other stages during their primary and secondary education. However, some from St. Mary’s School in Edinburgh, Tristan da Cunha – itself a pretty remote place – have gone to the head of the class as far as landing on remote Islands. Photo(c) J. Brock (SARTMA - TdC) Tristanian Students on Salt Beach, Inaccessible Island

63: NVQ Certificates Presented by Governor - Falklands (Education) - 01.03.2004

NVQ Certificates were handed out to several individuals at Government House on Thursday evening. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Trevor Wright receives a stamp catalogue on behalf of his collection for his grandson.

64: Stanley Sports Association Fun Day Photos - Falklands (Education) - 30.11.2003

On Saturday between 1100 and 1500, the Stanley Sports Association held a Fun Day at Stanley Racecourse. The Military played a huge part in the excellent day out. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

65: Krysteen Ormond Named Governor's Cadet - Falklands (Education) - 20.11.2003

Following on from H. E. the Governor Mr. Pearce’s announcement at the Sea Cadet’s annual inspection in October, Commodore Roger Parker RNR, confirmed by letter that Krysteen Ormond has been singled out to receive the honour for a year. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Krysteen receives her certificate from H. E. the Governor Mr. Howard Pearce.

66: Education News - St Helena (Education) - 18.11.2003

The Education Department has been awarded the Investor in People Accreditation following assessment earlier this year.

67: Twenty-four Receive NVQs from City and Guilds - S.Atlantic (Education) - 09.11.2003

Twenty-four people have received certificates denoting NVQs that they have earned over the past few months at a reception at Government house on Friday, 07 November 2003. Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA) Rachael Hancox is being congratulated for her efforts by H. E. the Governor, Mr. Howard Pearce.

68: Gap Students Heading for Camp - S.Atlantic (Education) - 12.10.2003

Five Gap year students have arrived in Stanley from the UK on yesterday’s Tristar. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)Gap Students enjoy a game of snooker on their last day in Stanley.

69: Governor Announces New Sea Cadet Post - S.Atlantic (Education) - 12.10.2003

In the United Kingdom It’s been a custom for many years to choose the Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet annually. Staff at the TS Endurance, the Falklands Sea and Marine Cadet Unit, have decided that it would be a good idea for the Falklands. Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA) H. E. Governor Pearce chats with Sea Cadets during their annual inspection.

70: Sea Cadets Pass Inspection With Flying Colours - S.Atlantic (Education) - 12.10.2003

The annual Sea and Marine Cadet Inspection took place at T/S ENDURANCE on Wednesday, 08 October 2003 beginning at 1900. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) The Inspecting Officer arrives.

71: Coaching Scheme Sponsored by NATWEST - Falklands (Education) - 11.09.2003

Steve Dent tells us that there is a scheme for would-be coaches.

72: St. Helena: Investors in People - St Helena (Education) - 28.08.2003

Departments have been assessed for accreditation later this year.

73: Falklands Students DARE to Say NO to Drugs - Falklands (Education) - 18.07.2003

Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Students from Year 6 at Stanley Infant/Junior School pose with their certificates after successfully completing the 2003 DARE Programme.