The Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture on Tuesday July 7th 2026, at Beaches Turks and Caicos under the theme, “Innovation through Knowledge, Investment and Growth” proudly hosted the 29th National Academic Awards Ceremony.

This awards ceremony is a prestigious event that recognizes and celebrates the outstanding academic achievements of students across the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Tuesday’s ceremony honoured students who demonstrated exceptional academic excellence and perseverance throughout the academic year.

9 students achieved 10 or more passes in External Examinations.

2 from British West Indies Collegiate
Alyssa Gibbs – 10 Passes
Dawson Morley – 10 Passes

1 Maranatha Academy
David Blythe – 11 Passes

6 from Wesley Methodist with 12 Passes
Ramoncito Polanco
Michael Robinson
Jelana Riviere

Alice Williams – 11 Passes (Wesley Methodist)

2 from Wesley Methodist with 10 Passes
Alena Augustin
Milito Rodriguez

In the regional merit awards.. the Caribbean Examination Council produces a list of the 10 highest performing students in each subject following its May/June examination session.

Tied for 4th place in the region in Integrated Science
Maranatha High School – David Blythe

Tied for 6th place in the region in Visual Arts
Clement Howell High School – Aaron Rigby

2nd Place in the Region in Family and Resource Management
Wesley Methodist – Ramoncito Polanco

Tied for 9th Place in the Region in Family and Resource Management
Clement Howell High School – Carissa Brown

The day celebrated every achievement, for each one is a milestone on the journey of lifelong learning.

Congratulations Students!