Ed Minister offers words of encouragement ahead of CSEC Mock Exams

As Grade 10 and 11 students prepare to sit their second Mathematics Mock Examinations today, Education Minister Sonia Parag on Sunday delivered a message of encouragement, urging students to remain focused and motivated. In a video message shared on February 8, on the Ministry’s Facebook page, Minister Parag encouraged students to remain calm and to see the mock exam as an important step in preparing for the final Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) Examinations scheduled for May 2026. “I wanted to say to you, just remain focused – this once again is your mock exams that will test your knowledge of certain areas topic areas in mathematics and will, of course, prepare you for the final exams the CSEC exams which you’ll be sitting in May the Minister said. “I just wanted to tell you, remain focused, stay calm.” The Minister acknowledged the hard work students have put in since their first Mock examinations and encouraged them to continue building on their efforts and to continue to work towards improvement.
“I know you’ve been working from the first mock exams to now, to ensure that you’re in a better position to sit the final exams,” she added. Parents were also urged to support their children during this period, without placing undue pressure on them. She said, “I wanted to say to parents, don’t feel pressured. Don’t let your kids feel pressured because we want them to be able to focus and remain focused.”
Minister Parag expressed confidence in the students’ abilities and concluded by wishing them success. “I am looking forward to seeing all of you shine in May 2026,” she said. The Ministry of Education has reminded students that regular practice, focus and a calm mindset are key to performing well in both the mock and final examinations.