Students Transforming Mayaro Through Technology

Launched in September 2023 and sponsored by energy company, bp Trinidad and Tobago (bpTT), the training is delivered by Education Solution Specialists Limited (ESS).

Students are engaged in projects that apply their coding skills to create solutions for community issues. The program includes the use of flow, block, and script-based coding, and integrates these with traditional curriculum subjects. As part of their training, students develop prototypes to address local needs, such as erosion mitigation and marine life preservation.

bpTT has enhanced the learning environment with the installation of a SMART Board, facilitating interactive learning. The company aims to sustain the initiative by training local teachers to incorporate the program into the standard curriculum. Plans are in place to expand the academy with an after-school program focusing on advanced topics like Python programming and robotics.

The coding academy builds on the foundation of previous "Cracking the Code" camps and is part of bpTT's broader educational investments in South-East Trinidad. The program aims to create lasting benefits for students and the community by fostering technological skills and problem-solving abilities.

Students like Mya Williams and Petrenila John have reported significant improvements in their academic performance and approach to learning, attributing their success to the skills and problem-solving techniques acquired through the academy. This initiative underscores bpTT's commitment to sustainable community development and education.