Exceptional Academic Achievements by Nevisian Students

Minister of Education Congratulates Students and Teachers

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (December 13, 2024) –

Sensor the Honourable Troy Liburd, Minister of Education in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA), has praised the outstanding academic achievements of Nevisian students who sat the May-June 2024 Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) and CAPE examinations.

High Achievers

Rucha Shamar, Charlestown Secondary School: Passed 9 subjects with 9 Grade 1s, earning the title of valedictorian.
Tyedre Woodley, Charlestown Secondary School: Passed 10 subjects with 7 Grade 1s, named salutatorian.
Rajuan Fyfield, Gingerland Secondary School: Passed 10 subjects with 7 Grade 1s, earning the title of valedictorian.
Shamar Ottley, Gingerland Secondary School: Passed 9 subjects with 6 Grade 1s, named salutatorian.
Ayush Patel, Nevis Sixth Form College: Completed 10 CAPE Units with 9 Grade 1s and a GPA of 3.85.
Hrishikesh Srinivassan, Nevis Sixth Form College: Completed 10 CAPE Units with 9 Grade 1s and a GPA of 3.85.

Outstanding Performances

Minister Liburd remarked, “These are exceptional, exceptional performances by any measure. I want to commend all our students for their hard work and dedication.”

Both Charlestown Secondary School and Gingerland Secondary School achieved noteworthy success across the scope of subject areas for CXC. At GSS, a 100 percent pass rate was recorded in 11 subject areas, including Agricultural Science, Biology, Industrial Technical Building, Technical Drawing, and Information Technology. At CSS, a 100 percent pass rate was recorded in 13 subject areas, including Caribbean History, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Information Technology, and Visual Arts.

Minister’s Commendation

Minister Liburd attributed these successes to the dedicated efforts of teachers, the adoption of innovative teaching methodologies, and the hard work of students.

He extended heartfelt thanks to the teachers across Nevis for their tireless commitment to student success. “Our teachers have embraced new methods to facilitate learning, and their efforts have borne fruit,” he noted.

Future Plans

The Honourable Senator highlighted the Ministry’s transformative education policies, including the shift away from traditional streaming practices, which previously limited students’ opportunities to sit CXC examinations.

“Nowadays, what we are doing is giving those students opportunities to write subjects, and we are seeing the rewards because more students are returning passes,” Minister Liburd stated.

Conclusion

The Ministry of Education in the Nevis Island Administration remains committed to fostering a culture of excellence in education and providing opportunities for all students to thrive.

FAQs

What are the exceptional academic achievements of Nevisian students?

The students have achieved outstanding results in the CXC and CAPE examinations, with many obtaining high grades and honors.

What are the reasons for these successes?

The dedicated efforts of teachers, the adoption of innovative teaching methodologies, and the hard work of students have contributed to these successes.

What are the Ministry’s plans for the future of education in Nevis?

The Ministry is committed to fostering a culture of excellence in education and providing opportunities for all students to thrive, including the shift away from traditional streaming practices and the adoption of new methods to facilitate learning.