“When we think of the future, are screens going away? No. Perhaps we need to keep this in mind when discussing how much screen time is healthy for a child,”…
Screen Time and Developmental Delays in Children
Interview: Using Mindfulness to Assist Children
Ramonda Hanze is a special education professional working as a Behavioural Therapist/Orthopedagoog at PSVE Academy. She also provides therapy through her practice ‘Mindful Elevation Caribbean B.V.’, is a life coach,…
Avoiding labels in providing support to children with challenges
“My challenge to Caribbean people is to think about the following: How do you perceive our children’s problems? What would work that fits our island’s reality, culture, and values?” –…
Personal Story: The World Needs Dyslexia
Told by Lucien York I used to hate my dyslexia, but now I see it as my superpower. I took the most painful thing in my life and turned it…
Honest Conversations About Sex
AIDS and STIs, are words written in very large letters on the chalkboard in a grade 8 class at the Learning Unlimited High School. The ten girls in the class,…
Protecting Teenagers Against Substance Abuse
Tyanna Knight works as a substance abuse counsellor at the Turning Point Foundation, the only drug rehabilitation facility in Sint Maarten. Many patients are referred or mandated to their care…
A Student-Driven Film To Address Social Issues
“What if I told you – that I am not the only guilty one?” asks 11-year-old actor Venndy Isaac in the new film ‘What If I Told You?’ The script,…
Editorial: Let’s Play!
by Mrs. Olga Mussington-Service, M.S.Head Student Support Services DivisionMinistry of Education, Culture, Youth & Sport “These are stressful times” is a statement that I have heard so many people say….
HURRYcane Run!
A game that teaches hurricane preparedness through play HURRYcane Run has arrived, a recently released board game that combines fun and valuable knowledge about hurricane preparedness and safety. Created by…
How to build a child’s self-esteem
Jina Mahbubani is the school counsellor at Prins Willem Alexander School, a special needs school in Sint Maarten. She provides counselling and other activities to assist students’ social and emotional…