Published 21 August 2025
Buckie Got It,
St. Kitts and Nevis News Source
MOE CELEBRATES CONTINGENT OF STUDENTS OFF TO CARIFESTA XV
Basseterre: St. Kitts, Thursday, August, 21 2025: A contingent of 30 individuals (22 students
and 08 teachers) departed the Federation on Thursday August 21 st as ambassadors of the Ministry
of Education ahead of the Carifesta XV Barbados Opening Ceremony slated for Friday August
22 nd at the Queens Park in Bridgetown.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Mrs. Lisa-Romayne Pistana, conveyed
“This year, our delegation comprises 22 talented students and 8 dedicated teachers, who will
represent our twin-island Federation on this prestigious regional stage. As Permanent Secretary, I
extend heartfelt congratulations to all participants and express gratitude to the teachers and
organizers who have worked tirelessly to prepare this group. Their involvement in CARIFESTA
XV will undoubtedly be a transformative experience, fostering personal growth, regional
camaraderie, and a deeper appreciation for the rich tapestry of Caribbean heritage. We wish our
contingent every success and look forward to the stories, performances, and inspiration they will
bring back to our shores.”
Mr. Kirmani Webb, teacher, Charlestown Secondary School and one of the chaperones in the
cohort shared,
“We will be participating in activities which focus on the presentations in the Arts which
includes Visual Arts, Dance and Theatre as well as a Folklore presentation such as Mocko –
Jumbies and Clowns. From this experience we hope that the children will gain some valuable
exposure, knowledge, and skills that will be transmitted from the various participating countries
in this event.”
Nya Fassale, student representative of the St. Kitts International Academy (SKAI Academy)
shared her expectations
“From this experience I hope to meet new people and make connections. I also hope to experience different cultures, learn about the economy in the Caribbean and I also hope to play a bit of steel pan there [Barbados].”
The Carifesta festivities will be conducted under the theme Caribbean Roots, Global Excellence
from Friday August 22 nd to Sunday August 31 st .
