Hinterland teachers access better training opportunities with CPCE Online Programme

EARLIER this year, the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE), the country’s only teachers training college, made a big step in going online; this not only instantly expanded the institution’s intake ability, but it also created many opportunities for persons who would have otherwise had difficulty with attending in-person classes.

Hinterland teachers can now access university education with new online programme

A new programme initiated by the Ministry of Education and the University of Guyana (UG) will open opportunities for teachers in hinterland regions to access university education.

Hinterland teachers to sign contracts in their Regions

The Ministry of Education wishes to advise that all recent graduates from Regions 1, 7, 8 and 9 of the Cyril Potter College of Education will not have to travel to the Ministry of Education in Georgetown to sign their contracts with the Government of Guyana.

Hinterland teachers to sign contracts in their Regions

The Ministry of Education wishes to advise that all recent graduates from Regions 1, 7, 8 and 9 of the Cyril Potter College of Education will not have to travel to the Ministry of Education in Georgetown to sign their contracts with the Government of Guyana. Arrangements are being made to have them sign the contract in their respective regions.

Improved performance and quality of work expected following SEN Unit’s Annual Conference

The Special Education Needs (SEN) Unit of the Ministry of Education will be working towards improving its performance and quality of work as the SEN Officers meet for their Second Annual Conference in Bartica, Region Seven.

Improvements made at Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE)

Over the last few months, several meaningful improvements have been made at the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE). These include the acquisition of a Fumes Cupboard, the increased supply of water to the dormitories, the provision of meals to non-resident students and the implementation of the Pastoral Care Initiative.

In wake of Chinese donation…CPCE Principal anticipates more interest in Science

The education sector will, in the near future be furnished with seven trained science teachers from the Cyril Potter College of Education [CPCE]. Another 15 trained teachers will follow subsequently, effectively bringing the total of trained science teachers produced by the CPCE to 22.

Incentives in store for public school teachers under GOAL’s initiative

The Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL), Government’s flagship, free online 20,000 scholarship initiative, will reward teachers in public schools across the country who secure scholarships and successfully complete programmes and courses under this innovative project.

Japanese music instructor completes volunteer programme

A closing ceremony was held today in honor of the completion of Japan International Co-operation Agency (JICA) instructor Yuko Aoki’s six-month volunteering tenure at the National School of Music, Brickdam.

Lecturers from the Cyril Potter College of Education and the School of Education and Humanities, University of Guyana, participate in Intensive Coaching sessions at CPCE

The Ministry of Education (MOE), through the Guyana Improving Teacher Education Project (GITEP), today commenced the first of a series of intensive coaching focus group workshops aimed at further strengthening the quality of teacher educators at the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) and the School of Education and Humanities (SEH), University of Guyana (UG).

Today’s session was held at the CPCE auditorium and was attended by teacher educators from CPCE and its satellite centers countrywide, as well as, lecturers from the SEH, UG, both from the Turkeyen and Tain campuses.

Major boost to education sector as 843 teachers graduate from CPCE

The Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) today graduated its largest batch of trained teachers in the history of the College. This was announced by the Principal of the CPCE, Dr. Viola Rowe while presenting the Principal’s Report at the 87th Graduation Exercises of the College.

Maths matters

— MOE revamping mathematics delivery in Secondary Schools

— Guyana Secondary Education Improvement Project pushes for modern education delivery for 21st-century learning

Minister Henry joins Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church for Education Day

The congregation of the Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Lot 293 Church and Oronoque Streets, Georgetown, was joined by Minister of Education Nicolette Henry, in their observance of Education Day.

Minister Manickchand engages CPCE

- Looking forward to launching the College's online programme soon

Minister Manickchand engages CPCE on COVID19 impact on the institution and the way forward

Today the Honourable Minister of Education Priya Manickchand met the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) to determine the way forward for trainee teachers in light of the COVID 19 pandemic.

Minister of Education Hon Nicolette Henry today met with the Principal of the Cyril Potter College of Education

Minister of Education Hon Nicolette Henry today met with the Principal of the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) Viola Rowe and other officials from CPCE to discuss matters pertaining to that institution.

Ministries, Cuba helping to prep special needs students for world of work

The Ministries of Education and Public Health have come together to offer a more focused service for students with special education needs.

This will be made possible through the establishment of a centre to stimulate their development at the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE), Turkeyen Campus.

Ministry launches online teacher training programme

-first ever mass simultaneous teacher training

-hinterland teachers to be engaged

-private institutions to benefit

-recognised certificates awarded upon successful completion

Ministry to expend millions on teachers upgrade

An estimated $21.2M is slated to be expended by the Ministry of Education annually to facilitate an ongoing teachers upgrading programme. This proposed cost was submitted to the Ministry by Regional Education Officer, Rabindranauth Singh, in his 2014 proposal.

Ministry to expend millions on teachers upgrade

An estimated $21.2M is slated to be expended by the Ministry of Education annually to facilitate an ongoing teachers upgrading programme. This proposed cost was submitted to the Ministry by Regional Education Officer, Rabindranauth Singh, in his 2014 proposal.