Antigua and Barbuda's education minister, Daryll Matthew, just dropped news that the government will cover all CXC exam costs and send refunds to families who already shelled out cash. The country picks up around EC$1.25 million each year for these testing fees, and Matthew says schools will get the money back to students before the holidays hit.
Matthew also said Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies is ditching entry requirements completely. Anyone can walk in and sign up for programs regardless of grades or ability to pay. Kids who need help in certain subjects get bumped into remedial classes to catch up.
The ministry cut a deal with the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus to create a direct pathway for ABCAS students heading into university programs.
Matthew also said Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies is ditching entry requirements completely. Anyone can walk in and sign up for programs regardless of grades or ability to pay. Kids who need help in certain subjects get bumped into remedial classes to catch up.
The ministry cut a deal with the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus to create a direct pathway for ABCAS students heading into university programs.
