Community and Society
ACES Education Program Inspires Young Wildlife Protectors
ACES Wildlife Rescue is working to inspire the next generation of conservationists through an education program that helps children understand and protect the wildlife of Ambergris Caye and Belize. Based in the Tres Cocos area north of San Pedro Town, ACES rescues, rehabilitates, and releases injured or displaced wildlife. However, the organization also recognizes that education plays an important role in preventing harm to animals and reducing conflict between people and wildlife.
Education
Literacy Day Encourages Reading and Creativity
Students at San Pedro Roman Catholic Primary School observed International Literacy Day on Tuesday, September 8th, under the theme “Literacy for People, the Planet, and Prosperity.” The annual observance was celebrated across Belize, with the San Pedro students participating in educational and fun activities involving literature, drama, folklore, and patriotism.
Community and Society
Laura Cantun Brings Global Experience to Belize
hree Belizean teachers—Clarisa Gongora, Laura Cantun and Shellon Nuñez-Flowers—shared their experiences of teaching abroad. Cantun has now returned to Belize after completing the five-year program and told The Sun that she is excited to share the knowledge and experience she gained in the US.
Community and Society
Summer Job Program Offers Students Hands-On Experience
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) launched its annual Summer Job Program on Monday, July 13th, offering short-term employment opportunities to local high school students across San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The four-week initiative places participants in various municipal departments, tourism services, and community projects.
Education
San Pedro Junior College Celebrates 25th Commencement Ceremony
San Pedro Junior College (SPJC) concluded this year's graduation season on Ambergris Caye by celebrating its 25th Commencement Exercise on Saturday, July 11th, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. Under the theme "Growing Through Change, Rising Through Resilience, Transforming for a Purpose," the institution conferred associate degrees upon 39 graduates in Business Management, Business Administration (Accounting), Tourism Management, and Paralegal Studies.
Education
San Pedro Preschool Celebrates 58 Graduates in Two Ceremonies
The San Pedro Preschool celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 on Thursday, July 2nd, with two ceremonies held at Sagebrush Church. 58 young learners received their completion certificates before moving on to primary school. The graduation was held under the theme, "Shoot for the Stars."
Education
ACES Celebrates Class of 2026 During 16th Graduation Ceremony
Ambergris Caye Elementary School (ACES) celebrated its 16th graduation ceremony on June 25th at Sagebrush Church in San Pedro Town. Students, parents, teachers, administrators, and guests gathered to honor the Standard Six Class of 2026 under the theme, "Unwritten, Today Is Where Your Book Begins."
Education
New Horizon SDA Preschool Celebrates First Graduation Ceremony
New Horizon SDA Preschool celebrated a historic milestone on June 25th, holding its first commencement ceremony at the school's campus in San Pedro Town. A total of 14 students—eight boys and six girls—graduated as the Class of 2026.
Education
Holy Cross Honors Primary and Preschool Class of 2026
Holy Cross Anglican School celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 during two ceremonies held on June 18th and 22nd at Holy Cross Church. The events honored both the primary and preschool graduating classes with music, prayer, speeches, and the presentation of certificates. A total of 39 primary school students and 33 preschool students graduated.
Education
Pre-School Graduations Mark Milestone for Young Island Students
As June comes to an end, graduation season continued with celebrations honoring pre-schoolers from Little Angels Pre-School and Brighter Tomorrow Pre-School. The young graduates proudly marched down the aisles to the traditional tune of Pomp and Circumstance as they celebrated the completion of their early childhood education.
Education
Island Schools Celebrate Student Achievement as Academic Year Ends
As the 2025-2026 academic year draws to a close, schools across San Pedro Town are recognizing student achievement through award ceremonies, graduations, and other...