THE Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) concluded the third edition of its Standards in Academia Quiz Competition at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre on Tuesday, marking another successful effort to educate primary-level pupils about standardisation and metrology.

The event saw the participation of 20 schools from Regions Three, Four, Five, Six, and Georgetown.

Graham’s Hall Primary School, representing Georgetown, emerged victorious with 38 points, securing first place. St. Therese’s Primary School from Region Six followed closely with 33 points, claiming second place.

Other participating schools included La Grange Primary from Region Three, Diamond Primary from Region Four, and Novar Primary from Region Five.

Upon receiving the champions trophy, Malachi Nelson from Graham’s Hall Primary expressed his excitement, stating, “It feels really good to win. It was fun participating in this competition and I really enjoyed it.”

Ms Maureen Hunte-Singh, a teacher from Graham’s Hall Primary, shared her pride in her pupils’ performance. “I am so proud of my boys…after we won the first leg, I was confident because I saw the confidence in them and I knew we were going to come out victorious,” she remarked.

The winning school was awarded a trophy and a $50,000 gift voucher redeemable at The Family Store. The runner-up received a trophy and a $25,000 gift voucher. Latonya Halley from St. Therese’s Primary was recognised as the best performing student with an impressive overall score of 36 points, earning her a laptop from the GNBS.

In his remarks at the prize-giving ceremony, the Executive Director of GNBS (Ag) congratulated the winners and highlighted the competition’s design to foster healthy rivalry and learning. He noted that students were provided with the Standards in Academia Booklet to prepare, ensuring that they were well-equipped and informed.

“The journey not only tests the knowledge of our pupils, but also encourages teamwork, critical thinking, and a passion for learning. The winning schools demonstrated exceptional knowledge and dedication, and we are immensely proud of their accomplishments,” he added.

Mr. Fraser, speaking on behalf of the GNBS, thanked the Ministry of Education, the Guyana Learning Channel, and the Ministry of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce for their support. He also expressed gratitude to KFC Guyana for sponsoring meals for the final.

The biennial Standards in Academia Quiz Competition aims to promote the importance of standardisation and metrology among young learners, essential for future leaders, business owners, and consumers. This year’s competition also included Belle West Primary, Meten-Meer-Zorg Primary, Windsor Forest Primary, St. Margaret’s Primary, West Ruimveldt Primary, Redeemer Primary, Supply Primary, Gibson Primary, Beterverwagting Primary, Rosignol Primary, Hopetown Primary, Tain Primary, and Rose Hall Primary.