MEP announces plan for accessible technology in rural areas
The project aims to equip rural students and teachers with computers, connect them to the Internet, and provide training.
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Local school benefits from Mardis Gras event
The public elementary school in Potrero has received a grant of $2200 for repairs and renovation through a Mardis Gras event held in Playa Potrero.
Quality International Education in the South Pacific, Costa Rica
Both public schools and new private schools are strengthening their educational centers by encouraging new growth and accessibility for local families and foreign families who wish to relocate.
Bilingual school on the Southern Nicoya Peninsula prepares for its best year yet
The school is a not for profit project, serving Kinder-12th grade, which according to its website has a mission to, “create a bilingual educational setting…where students learn, explore, and grow with respect and attention to the environment, diversity and social aspects that exist around us.”
Disinterest is the main cause of college dropout
by JAIRO VILLEGAS S. The lack of interest in learning is the main cause of college dropout, according to the Survey of Multi-Purpose Household, by the National Institute of Statistics and Censuses (INEC). Almost 32% of young people between 12 and 17 surveyed in 2009 said they did not study for that reason. The second [...]
Budget discussions for universities continue
by ALONSO MATA B The rectors of the state universities and the Government are seeking to define the budget of the school houses for the next five years. At 5 pm the National Council of Rectors (CONARE) composed of top leaders of the University of Costa Rica (UCR), the Technological Institute of Costa Rica, Universidad [...]
UCR and UNA sail on an expedition to Isla del Coco
by ALEJANDRA VARGAS M Scientists at the University of Costa Rica and the National University set sail yesterday to Cocos Island aboard the tourist boat Undersea Hunter. Prepared with the necessary equipment, 12 scientists from both domestic and foreign institutions will begin to study more about the species, the chemical composition of the ocean and [...]
Cataloging the biodiversity of Coco Island
by TCRN Staff Scientists from the Universidad Nacional (UNA) discovered six new species of ferns in Isla del Coco, a finding that joined the list of terrestrial species in this national park, located in the Pacific Ocean. According to Alexander Rojas, the project was accomplished with support from the Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry [...]
GREEN students energize Costa Rica with new program
By Shane Brennan The dreams of the Global Renewable Energy Education Network Team transformed into reality over winter break when their renewable energy program in Costa Rica launched its pilot session. Students landed at the San Jose airport on Jan. 5 and spent 12 days learning and applying renewable energy ideas, enjoying the environment and giving [...]
Clean energy program recycles coastal riches
By Shane Brennan A new renewable energy program, which began as the vision of three University students, has come to fruition. The Global Renewable Energy Education Network — a 12-day program taking place along the beaches of Costa Rica — is designed to offer students education by day and vacation at night. Co-founded by Ben [...]
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