The Ministry of Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence, working in partnership with the Konmité pou Etid Kwéyòl (KEK), is preparing to stage the 15th edition of the Kwéyòl Spelling Bee Competition.
A press release from the Ministry of Education stated that the event will be held at the Alliance Française in Roseau and will bring together students from four primary schools to demonstrate their proficiency in the Kwéyòl language.
Participating schools this year are Bense Primary School, Paix Bouche Primary School, Penville Primary School and St. Luke’s Primary School. Students will compete for top honours in a contest designed to celebrate language skills and cultural knowledge.
Education officials said that the competition forms part of ongoing efforts to encourage the use and preservation of Kwéyòl among young people while fostering a deeper appreciation for the language within Dominica’s education system. Organizers also view the initiative as an important tool for promoting greater engagement with the country’s linguistic and cultural heritage.
The programme will include addresses from representatives of both the Ministry of Education and KEK before the start of the competition.
First launched in 2010, the Kwéyòl Spelling Bee was established to strengthen the presence of Kwéyòl in schools and encourage students to develop their language abilities. Over the past 15 years, the release said that the competition has evolved into a significant educational and cultural event, providing participants with opportunities to improve their command of the language while gaining a greater understanding of Dominica’s traditions and heritage.
The Ministry of Education and KEK have encouraged members of the public to support the initiative and anticipate another successful competition showcasing student achievement, cultural awareness, and excellence in the Kwéyòl language.
The event is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Sa bon anpil, Mwen vlé wè sa
KEK ka twavay!
Well done, kids!
To parents and teachers, teach our girls also to sit properly, with knees locked together. Shites, man!! Sakway gass, man!