Hinterland students participating in ‘Whiz Kids’ for 1st time

For the first time, hinterland students are participating in the Guyana Learning Channel’s ‘Whiz Kids’ programme.
According to the Head of the Guyana Learning Channel, Anieshaw Mohamed, the move is part of the agency’s quest to make educational opportunities equal throughout Guyana.
The ‘Whiz Kids’ programme was designed to innovatively test the ability of Grade Six students gearing up for the National Grade 6 Assessment (NGSA) in May 2024.

According to Learning Channel, this now reaffirms channel’s dedication to student success with the ongoing rollout of educational programs tailored to support this demographic.
With initiatives like Whiz Kids, Spell It, and the upcoming Mathletes, the channel said that it remains steadfast in its mission to foster academic excellence through engaging and accessible content.

Now in its third season, Whiz Kids, a game show format challenges participants from diverse backgrounds, including for the first time, students from the hinterland regions.
This expansion, the learning channel said on Wednesday, underscores the channel’s dedication to equitable educational opportunities, aligning with the vision of the Education Minister, Priya Manickchand, and the Government.
Further, another project that seeks to complement Whiz Kids is the NGSA Booster program, which is a comprehensive resource tailored to the NGSA curriculum.
According to the channel, serving as a virtual tutor accessible to every household, the NGSA Booster seeks to ensure that students are well-prepared for this pivotal academic milestone.
This program equips students with essential skills and knowledge through accessible lessons covering every topic pertinent to the NGSA.
The Guyana Learning Channel said that it remains dedicated to promoting educational excellence and empowering students to unlock their full potential.
Among the programs offered by the channel are Spell It, advancing in English, La Escuelita de Espanol, READ, Infobits and Cybersmarts.