Scholengemeenschap Bonaire (SGB) The Scholengemeenschap Bonaire (SGB) is the primary organization for secondary education and secondary vocational education on Bonaire. As a comprehensive school, it offers a wide range of educational paths, including practical training, general secondary education, and pre-university tracks. The SGB plays a vital role in the educational and social development of the island's youth.
The organization is devided into several distinct schools to cater to different educational levels:
Liseo Boneriano: Provides theoretical secondary education, including mavo (theoretical path), havo (senior general secondary education), and vwo (university preparatory education).
VMBO Bonaire: Offers pre-vocational secondary education with various practical and technical specializations (basic and cadre-based learning pathways).
SLP Bonaire: A department dedicated to practical education and tailored support for students with specific learning needs.
MBO Bonaire: Provides secondary vocational education (levels 1 through 4) in fields such as hospitality, construction, healthcare, and business, often in collaboration with local industries.
Language and Organization
Reflecting the multicultural nature of the island, the SGB serves a diverse student body. While the primary language of instruction is Dutch, the local language Papiamentu plays a significant role in daily school life. The institution operates under the Foundation for Public Education Bonaire (Stichting Openbaar Onderwijs Bonaire) and maintains a close partnership with the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science (OCW).
Facilities
The SGB campus is situated across multiple locations in Kralendijk. In recent years, the school has undergone significant modernization and expansion projects to provide state-of-the-art classrooms, workshops, and sports facilities for its students.
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