In an extraordinary display of academic prowess, Khalique Harris from St. Joseph’s Academy in Antigua and Barbuda has been crowned the Caribbean Examinations Council’s Most Outstanding CSEC Candidate in Technical and Vocational Studies for 2025. The prestigious recognition was formally bestowed during the CXC Regional Awards Ceremony in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago on December 11, 2025.
Harris’s path to regional distinction was paved with exceptional academic achievement, having successfully completed 22 CSEC subjects with an impressive 17 Grade One passes. His award specifically acknowledges his supreme mastery across multiple technical disciplines, including perfect scores in Information Technology, Food Nutrition and Health, Family and Resource Management, Technical Drawing, and three specialized Industrial Technology fields covering Electrical, Mechanical and Building applications.
The Ministry of Education, Sports and Creative Industries publicly celebrated Harris’s accomplishment, highlighting his remarkable discipline and dedication across diverse technical and vocational fields. Ministry officials emphasized that his achievement not only reflects individual excellence but also demonstrates the strength and quality of Antigua and Barbuda’s educational framework.
In recognizing the broader support system, the Ministry extended commendations to the administrative and teaching staff at St. Joseph’s Academy, along with Harris’s parents, acknowledging their unwavering commitment to fostering academic success. This landmark achievement stands as both an inspiration to students throughout the nation and a validation of the government’s ongoing investment in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs as crucial components of national development strategy.