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⚠️ New Mobile Phone Policy for Government Schools: What you need to know

- Students are not permitted to use mobile phones and personal electronic devices while under school supervision.

- The policy aims to reduce distractions and misuse, strengthen student welfare, and support a positive learning environment.

- Breaches of the policy will be managed in accordance with school procedures.

🔗 Learn more: gov.ky/education/phonesdown by @educationcayman

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The Ministry of Education and Training and the Department of Education Services will honour 17 government school teachers with the inaugural Outstanding Teacher Awards during Education Month 2026, which begins Sunday, 4 Oct. by @educationcayman

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📱Mobile Phone (Safer School) Policy: What You Need to Know

Q: What devices are prohibited under this policy?
A: This policy prohibits mobile phones, smartphones, smartwatches, tablets, wireless earbuds, headphones and other personal electronic devices that can communicate, access the internet, record, take photos, play games or store data.

🔗 Learn more: gov.ky/education/phonesdown. by @educationcayman

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Mrs. Denise Brown-Hyatt is a Year 3 teacher at Marie Martin Primary School. Her thoughtfully planned, inclusive lessons encourage students to think critically and take ownership of their learning. She builds strong, trusting relationships with students and families, creating a classroom where children feel safe, respected and valued.

As House Leader for Zinnia House, she promotes teamwork and school spirit through sports. She also leads Commonwealth Day Week activities that celebrate cultural diversity and global awareness. Mrs. Brown-Hyatt consistently goes above and beyond in support of student, staff and whole-school initiatives.

Congratulations to Mrs. Denise Brown-Hyatt on receiving the Outstanding Teacher Award at Marie Martin Primary School! by @educationcayman

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Ms. Dorothy Ann Chambers is the Subject Leader for Business Studies at John Gray High School, teaching Principles of Business and Principles of Accounts in Years 9 to 11. Her students achieve a 100 percent Level 2 pass rate.

Under her leadership, the department consistently records Level 2 success rates of 80 percent and above. She volunteers with the Cayman Kids Helpline and leads Operation Christmas, which provides food hampers for vulnerable families. She has organised fundraising for students, local causes and staff affected by Hurricane Melissa. She also accompanied UCCI Business practicum students to Panama earlier this year. Ms. Chambers has served John Gray High School for 14 years.

Congratulations to Ms. Dorothy Ann Chambers on receiving the Outstanding Teacher Award at John Gray High School! by @educationcayman

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Ms. Susan Poy Fong-Ramkissoon, affectionately known as “Ms. Su,” is a School Inclusion Specialist Teacher with the Cayman Islands Behaviour Support Service, working with Year 3 and 4 students. She helps students grow in confidence, wellbeing and sense of belonging, often giving her own time and resources to meet their needs. She is a steady source of support for families, listening without judgment and building trust between home, school and support professionals.

Ms. Su shares her knowledge readily with colleagues, social workers and partner agencies and is committed to professional development. This year, she is pursuing her ILM Level 3 and Civil Service College opportunities. Her belief is simple: once you become her student, you will always be her student.

Congratulations to Ms. Susan Poy Fong-Ramkissoon on receiving the Outstanding Teacher Award at the Cayman Islands Behaviour Support Service! by @educationcayman

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📱Mobile Phone (Safer School) Policy: What You Need to Know

Q: Does the policy apply during work experience placements?
A: Year 12 students on approved off-site placements, such as work experience, internships, vocational programmes, dual-enrolment courses, or college placements through CIFEC, Layman Scott High School, or another approved provider, may use a phone or other device where the placement provider permits or requires it for legitimate educational, operational, health and safety, or workplace purposes.

🔗 Learn more: gov.ky/education/phonesdown. by @educationcayman

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Ms. Nadine Manning-Turner teaches at CIFEC, where she consistently achieves pass rates of 95 to 100 per cent in the subjects she teaches. Her engaging, dynamic and well-structured lessons encourage active student participation, while her strong rapport with students and colleagues fosters positive working relationships.

Beyond the classroom, she leads the school’s environmental club and health and wellbeing activities, demonstrating her commitment to the wider school community. She also actively pursues professional development to strengthen her practice. Her school’s selection panel recognised her professionalism, enthusiasm, generosity and genuine concern for both students and colleagues.

Congratulations to Ms. Nadine Manning-Turner on receiving the Outstanding Teacher Award at CIFEC! by @educationcayman

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Ms. Nickesha Watson is a Year 5 teacher at Joanna Clarke Primary School, where her carefully planned lessons and high expectations help students grow academically and in confidence. As the school’s PBIS Coordinator, she leads activities that promote positive behaviour, school connectedness and student wellbeing. These include the STARR Programme, through which students earn tokens for living out the school’s expectations.

She helps organise school-wide events and celebrations that recognise good character. Committed to continuous improvement, she continues to refine her teaching practice, with a particular focus on questioning techniques that deepen student thinking.

Congratulations to Ms. Nickesha Watson on receiving the Outstanding Teacher Award at Joanna Clarke Primary School! by @educationcayman

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Ms. Carolyn Powell teaches the Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities class at Lighthouse School. She ensures her students make meaningful progress in engagement, communication, regulation and independence. She has consistently achieved Grade 5 in her EPM ratings, led the ASDAN programme for many years and mentors assistant teachers and junior colleagues.

She is also a skilled sign-language interpreter and has supported government agencies, private organisations and the Deaf community, including during COVID-19. Ms. Powell is Lighthouse School’s longest-serving staff member, with 30 years of service, and will retire next year.

Congratulations to Ms. Carolyn Powell on receiving the Outstanding Teacher Award at Lighthouse School! by @educationcayman

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Ms. Marlene Samuels is the literacy interventionist at Red Bay Primary School, where she does an exceptional job of helping young learners build reading and writing foundations they will carry for life. She goes beyond conventional approaches to make learning memorable, and the school’s recent gains in literacy are a direct reflection of her work.

Ms. Samuels has been an educator for 42 years, 35 of them in the Cayman Islands and 16 at Red Bay Primary. Beyond her role, she supports school initiatives and willingly gives her time to fundraising activities for the betterment of the school.

Congratulations to Ms. Marlene Samuels on receiving the Outstanding Teacher Award at Red Bay Primary School! by @educationcayman

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The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) and the Department of Education Services (DES) hosted an evening of recognition and appreciation for almost 500 public school educators and staff at the Educators’ Gala on Saturday, 10 October. Thirteen teachers from across Grand Cayman received Outstanding Teacher Awards in recognition of their exceptional work and commitment to education.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4B5hQHL by @educationcayman

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