Education

The Department of Public Works announced that the Simon Sanchez High School project is moving forward through two separate procurement processes, but neither demolition nor construction has officially begun.

The Guam Department of Labor, in partnership with Guam Community College, has extended the application deadline for its In-School Youth Year-Round Program to Oct. 30, following disruptions caused by Typhoon Champi.

Okkodo High School Band Director Max Ronquillo Jr. has received a Fulbright Teacher Exchange award for the 2026-2027 academic year from the U.S. Department of State.

PBS Guam and the Guam Public Library System will host the first-ever Kids Conservation Convention, or Kids Con-Con, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 10 at Agaña Shopping Center.

Sen. Vincent Borja said Guam ranks last among states and territories for annual median wages for education and library occupations. With housing, healthcare, transportation and everyday costs climbing, teachers leave for jurisdictions that pay more.

Many of the Guam public schools were built in the 1950s and 1960s, and most are listed in poor condition, according to Deputy Superintendent Julie Ulloa-Heath.

The search for Guam’s next education leader is moving forward.

Three Guam educators are being recognized on the national stage for excellence in STEM teaching.

Enrollment will begin in the fall of 2026 for the bachelor of science in science program.

The 2025-2026 school year is officially underway, with uam Department of Education campuses opening Thursday for the first day of classes.