CABINET NOTES: Education Sector Readiness and Expansion of Tertiary Education
The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education and the Director of the newly established Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies (ABCAS) were invited to Cabinet to provide an update on ongoing teacher negotiations and the readiness of schools and tertiary institutions for the opening of the new academic year on Monday, 8th September.
Cabinet was informed that discussions with the Teachers Union are progressing smoothly, and teachers are actively preparing for the reopening of schools. The Director of ABCAS further reported that all tertiary institutions operating under its umbrella are ready for the start of the school year.
In addition, it was confirmed that the School of Agriculture, located at the former Glanvilles Primary School, will soon begin offering short courses to farm attendants and farmers in areas such as animal husbandry and agro-processing. Looking further ahead, the institution is expected to launch Associate Degree programmes beginning in September 2026, expanding opportunities for advanced studies in agriculture and related fields.
To support this expansion, Cabinet also approved the creation of several key positions for the new campus, including:
- Campus Principal
- Lecturers
- Farm Supervisors
- Heads of Department in Crop Production, Livestock Production, and Agro-Processing
This initiative reflects the Government’s continued commitment to strengthening education at all levels and ensuring that both students and teachers are well-supported in the delivery of high-quality academic and vocational training.
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