AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBack-to-School Spotlight: Deputy Prime Minister I. Chester Cooper will deliver the 2026 National Back-to-School Address tonight at 8:00 p.m., updating the public on literacy, numeracy, national exams, teacher recruitment, special education, classroom tech, student wellbeing, and parental engagement under the “A Revolution in Education” push. Education Pressure Points: The Bahamas Educators, Counselors and Allied Workers Union says about 800 members are set to receive a 17% salary increase, plus a higher $3,500 relocation allowance for new teachers in the Family Islands. Leadership Shortage: Seven New Providence primary schools, plus schools in Cat Island and Andros, are still without principals as the new term nears, leaving teachers stretched. Youth & Community Support: The School Police Second Chance Programme is graduating participants after two weeks of mentorship and discipline training aimed at steering at-risk youth away from violence. Cultural Sector Call: Grand Bahama cultural stakeholders are urging stronger national support and a louder voice in cultural decision-making. Royal Visit Build-Up: Buckingham Palace confirmed an eight-day Caribbean tour (Oct 27–Nov 4, 2026) that includes The Bahamas, Guyana, and Antigua and Barbuda, ending with CHOGM 2026. Local Giving: Blooming Buds Daycare and Preschool launched “Seeds of Promise,” awarding full scholarships to two Kemp Road mothers to help cover early education costs.
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