June 12, 2026 No comments
Sint Maarten Youth Sailor Nathan Sheppard to Represent Sint Maarten at 2026 Optimist World Championship in Morocco
SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) - Nathan Sheppard, a 13-year-old sailor from Sint Maarten, will represent Sint Maarten at the 2026 Optimist World Championship, taking place in Tangier, Morocco from June 18-28, 2026. The Optimist World Championship is the highest level of international competition for youth sailing, bringing together more than 300 of the world's top youth sailors from more than 60 nationalities. The event is organized under the International Optimist Dinghy Association and is widely recognized as a major stepping stone for young sailors pursuing elite international, Olympic, and professional sailing pathways. Nathan has been sailing and competing in the Optimist class for several years and has built an impressive record through local and regional competition. He is a three-time Sint Maarten...
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June 12, 2026 No comments
MPC & Sundial School Report Strong Improvement in Preliminary Examination Results
SINT MAARTEN (CUL DE SAC) - Milton Peters College (MPC) and Sundial School are pleased to announce encouraging preliminary results from the first examination period of the 2025–2026 academic year, demonstrating measurable progress in student achievement and reflecting the impact of several strategic initiatives implemented throughout the year to improve academic performance. Following the release of the 2024–2025 examination results, the schools committed to strengthening academic support, increasing data-driven interventions, enhancing teacher development, expanding student wellness services, and fostering stronger parental engagement. The preliminary results released today indicate that these efforts are beginning to yield positive outcomes. DEPARTMENT RESULTS: Sundial School – PKL/PBL Out of 55 students: 42 students passed (76%) 7 students qualified for re-sits (13%) 2 students were unable to complete their examinations due to...
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June 11, 2026 No comments
CFY Students Achieve 100% Pass Rate on Dutch State Examination
SINT MAARTEN (POND ISLAND) - The University of St. Martin (USM) is proud to celebrate a major achievement by students enrolled in the Caribbean Foundation Year (CFY) program. All five students who sat the Dutch State Examination (Staatsexamen) at the B2 level successfully passed, resulting in a 100% pass rate for the cohort. The accomplishment is particularly noteworthy as most of the students entered the program with Dutch language proficiency at the A1 level and, within just ten months, progressed to achieving B2 certification. Advancing two full language proficiency levels within a single academic year demonstrates the students' dedication, resilience, and commitment to their academic development. The results represent one of the strongest indicators to date of the impact of the Caribbean Foundation...
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Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell meets with India’s Ambassador to Explore Opportunities between both Countries
THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita Arrindell recently paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency (H.E.) Kumar Tuhin, Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, at the Embassy of India in The Hague. The meeting formed part of ongoing efforts to explore opportunities that can contribute to the sustainable development of Sint Maarten. During the meeting, several areas of potential cooperation were explored, including renewable energy, climate resilience, digital innovation, healthcare, and capacity building. Particular attention was given to the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), a global initiative established to strengthen infrastructure against the impacts of natural disasters and climate change. Given Sint Maarten’s vulnerability to hurricanes and other climate-related challenges, the initiative offers valuable...
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June 11, 2026 No comments
Teen Times Prom Night Returns to Lotus for 30th Edition Under “Cultural Elegance” Theme on June 28
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Teen Times has announced its annual Prom Night 2026, set for Sunday, June 28, 2026, marking a major milestone for the youth organization: the 30th edition of Teen Times Prom Night, held successfully for 30 consecutive years. This year’s celebration will be held at Lotus Nightclub, a venue that has become almost synonymous with Teen Times Prom. Under the theme “Cultural Elegance,” Teen Times will celebrate the diversity of its membership and the wider diversity of St. Maarten. Prom Night is Teen Times’ exclusive, end-of-year formal event for high school seniors across St. Maarten. It brings graduates together for one memorable night that has become one of the island’s most anticipated senior celebrations. Teen Times began distributing...
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