Little Cayman Education Service, Department of Education Services, Cayman Islands

2008-04-10T12:13:00.000-07:00

STUDENTS IN ACTION

Look at us!!! We are involved in everything the Education Department has to offer. Here the oldest child is teaching the younger ones to use the Mimio Interactive White board. It's real fun for them.

2008-04-09T11:33:00.000-07:00

EGG HUNT AND KITE FLYING
The egg hunt was real fun for us. We searched the school compound and found several colourful eggs which contained money and candies.

With favourable weather,our kites went up with no problem. We flew the kites for a long time in the school compound. The fun ended when when one of the kites crashed on the roof .

To all you kite flyers, remember to fly your kites away from overhead electrical wires.

The Sister Islands Primary Sports Championship

2008-03-12T12:36:00.000-07:00

The Sister Islands Sports Championship too place in Cayman Brac on February 27th & 28th, 2008. Jovian (Reception) participated min the Bean Bag Throw and the 50m Race. Taron (Yr. 1) competed in the Bean Bag Race and the 60 & 80 metre races. Waid (yr. 6) the last participant did the Turbo Javelin Throw. Little Cayman School was placed third. We has real fun on the days of the sportd and moreover when we visited the West End Primary School.

Little Cayman Mardi Gras

2008-03-04T10:00:00.000-08:00

Mardi Gras was celebrated in Little Cayman on February 2nd, 2008. Our school participated in the Float Parade and copped the first prize in the children's category. Our theme 'Arawak Indians of Yesteryear' was well displayed by the traditional Arawak clothing, face painting, feathered headdresses, and jewelry. This festival was well supported by the locals as well as tourists. It was real fun!

little Cayman 'Four Kings'

2008-01-16T06:32:00.000-08:00

Despite an enrollment of four students, (reception, Yr. 1, Yr. 2, and Yr 6) Little Cayman Education Services again had our Annual Christmas Program at the Baptist Church. Our theme this year was ' We Four Kings'. We sang many Christmas songs and dramatised the birth of Jesus Christ. This event was well supported by the community. To make the program more school/community friendly, participants were drawn from the congregation, who readily accepted to do a skit or two.

Cheyenne's Visit

2007-11-29T08:17:00.000-08:00

Hi, my name is Cheyenne Dixon. I am nine years old. I attend Spot Bay Primary School in Cayman Brac. I am in year six. Today I visited Little Cayman Primary School. I got on line with Mr. Jonathan Furness in the U.K. It was so cool to chat with somone who lives so far away. I like to read Candy Apple books and explore on my computer. So this was a very exciting experience for me. Later' I will learn how to make an animation. I am so glad I am in Little Cayman school for two days.

My Pet

2007-11-23T08:08:00.001-08:00

My pet is a male dog. He is a King Charles Cavalier. His name is Stitch. He is black, white, and brown. Stitch is seven months old. My mom got him for me all the way for England.

My Pet

2007-11-23T08:06:00.000-08:00

Learning to Swim

2007-11-19T07:42:00.000-08:00

We love to warm-up before we get into the pool. Now, see us in the pool with Mr.Greg Locker. He is teaching Jovian, Justin and me, Taron, to swim. We are having fun with him.

Teacher John's Visit

2007-11-16T08:25:00.000-08:00

Mr. John Sole visited the school and Justin, Jovian, and I, Taron Scott, had fun time with him. Our field trip with him was on video. He taught us and the teachers more ICT skills by transferring the video to iMovie. It was real fun!

Little Cayman Pirates Week Festival

2007-11-05T06:55:00.000-08:00

I am Taron Scott. See me in action during Pirates Week float parade. I am the small, fearful pirate of Little Cayman. Jovian Thompson and I had real fun during the parade. Our float won third place in the contest.

Arrowe at BAFTA

2007-10-22T07:29:00.000-07:00

I could hardly sleep last night because I was so excited about the Be Very Afraid Exhibition at BAFTA in England, where people from around the world came to see work by students in ICT. I reached school at 4:30AM. I had video conference with the students from Stepping Stones, people from Zambia, Norway, and all over England. I took pictures of those I communicated with and made a collage that is posted above. I also e-mailed some to Mr. Jonathan Furness. I am enjoying every moment of this wonderful event. Moreover, I have my family, friends, teachers, and officers from the Ministry of Education to see me in action with this 21st century modern technology.

In School on Saturday

2007-10-20T08:22:00.000-07:00

I am in School today to teach my teacher to make a Podcast and to Post a blog.

The Hermit Crab.

2007-10-15T12:32:00.000-07:00

The Land Hermit Crab uses a shell to protect its delicate body. The shell is sometimes that of a land snail when the crab is young, but usually that of a marine snail (whelks). Once deceased, the snail's body decomposes and the empty shell eventually washes onto shore. The Hermit Crab can then occupy the shell. Larger shells are necessary as the crab grows, but that growth is quite slowly.

Hermit crabs are very particular about their shells and shell switching is not uncommon as the crab searches for the perfect shell. A desired characteristic of that shell is an opening about the size of the large claw, plus about 2 1/2 - 3mm (1/10 in to 1/8 in) all around (more for larer crabs). When threatened, the crab withdraws into the shell and blocks the entrance with the large claw.

Fierce shell fights can occur if the shell supply is not adequate. The loser often dies since many hermit crabs will not release their grip on their shell until they are torn apart. The loss of limbs in shell fights is common, but may not result in death especially since the hermit crab can choose to drop a limb to disengage from from the conflict.

This crab is called 'The Soldier Crab' in the Cayman Islands. There delicate bodies (gut) are mainly used as bait for fishing. The remaining parts, claws and shell, are smashed and thrown into the sea for 'scent', which is a way of attracting fish to your desired location. These crabs are plentiful in Little Cayman as they are fed daily by the locals. They will eat 'left-overs' (rice, bread, meat, vegetables etc...) If they are stored in a bucket, a cover must be placed, slightly open for ventilation, because these crabs work together to climb on top one another as a way of escape.

West Indian Whisting Dock.

2007-10-12T07:30:00.000-07:00

The West Indian Whistling Duck is between 20 and 24 inches tall, and weighs about two and a half pounds.
Normally a night feeder, the West Indian Whistling Duck spends daylight hours roosting in mangroves, woodlands or swamps.At dusk they fly to their feeding grounds which are usually ponds surrounded by thick vegetation or seasonally flooded grasslands. The ducks are largely vegetarian, feeding on fruits and seeds of grasses and other plants. They also eat freshwater snails, however, and even develop a taste for tadpoles!

Fire Demonstration.

2007-10-10T11:50:00.000-07:00

Children at Little Cayman School demonstrated the " Stop, Drop, and Roll " lesson on Fire Safety.

Light Pole

2007-10-10T11:38:00.000-07:00

This is a light pole in Little Cayman that sends electricity to all buildings.

Trees

2007-10-10T10:48:00.000-07:00

These plants are plentiful in Little Cayman. They are used for medicinal purposes on cuts and burns.

Fishing Boats

2007-10-10T09:50:00.000-07:00

Many people love to eat fish and so they use boats like these for fishing .They are also use these to transport people to Cayman Brac.

Ms. Mexi and Mr. Jonathan

2007-10-10T09:23:00.000-07:00

This photo was taken after Mr. Johnathan taught us to use this sight.

Iguana Road Signs

2007-10-05T14:04:00.000-07:00

Cars really do have to stop for Iguanas!

Iguana

2007-10-05T13:58:00.001-07:00

I'm hungry! I'm looking for food and I want food now.

Cayman Pumpkin

2007-10-05T08:14:00.000-07:00

Pumpkin vines are very easy to grow in the Cayman Islands. Most people grow their own vegetables. This vegetable is rich in vitamn A, which is good for the eyes.

Hurricane Shelter

2007-10-05T08:06:00.000-07:00

The shelter is made from metal. It is made of metal so that it doesn't fall down when lightning strikes.

It is also used to house the workers of the road works department.

Jovian

2007-10-04T12:52:00.001-07:00

I am Jovian, the only reception child at Little Cayman School. I enjoy working with the older boys. We always share our toys and our snacks. I like playng football and with legos. I also enjoy riding my bike in the afternoons

Ms. Kerry Scott

2007-10-04T12:29:00.000-07:00

Hello, I'm the teacher's assistant at Little Cayman Education. I am a mother of three boys ( twins 15 yrs old, and a one yr old). I like to play tennis everyday. I love teaching because it helps me with the upbringing of my boys. Living in Little Cayman is wonderful because of the peace and tranquility that surround it.

Veronica

2007-10-04T12:22:00.000-07:00

Hi, I am the teacher at Little Cayman School. Presently, there are four students, one in each year group - Reception, Year 1, Year 2 and Year 6. I enjoy working at this school.

Justin Whittaker

2007-10-04T12:02:00.000-07:00

Hello my name is Justin.

I like to ride bikes and like playing with transformers.

I want to read and write and may God help me. I like my Dad.

Taron

2007-10-04T11:18:00.000-07:00

My name is Taron. I am 5 years old. I like to play with hot wheels car and planes and dog.

Arrowe

2007-10-04T09:51:00.000-07:00

My name is Arrowe and I am 10 years old. I like to ride my bike, I feel great when I ride.

I can climb like a monkey.

I like my class room and I my frinds and you are frend.