The **Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission (ABFC)** is pleased to announce that **sixteen (16) schools** will participate in this year’s **National Schools’ Panorama** , a highlight of the nation’s 44th Independence celebrations.
The ABFC extends heartfelt appreciation to its valued sponsors, The **Citizenship by Investment Unit****,****ACB Caribbean****,** and**ICool,** for their continued partnership and exemplary corporate citizen in support of the National Schools’ Panorama.
“ _Continued investment in our youth and culture is crucial for the transference of our culture from generation to generation as we continue to produce_ _**Solid – Stable – Soaring**_ _.__young men and women for tomorrow’s world_ ,” stated **Hon. Daryll S. Matthew** , Minister of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries. And he also went on to say “ _Outlets such as Pan Yards provide our young people with safe spaces to thrive in a positive environment. I am a firm believer in these sorts of programs. Hence, the establishment of_ _Pandemonium_ _, a Pan group for my community, but this is not about me; it’s about challenging others to create and support outlets like these for our youth_.”
**Ambassador Elizabeth Makhoul** , Chairperson of the Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission, expressed enthusiasm and gratitude: “ _We are immensely grateful to all our exceptional corporate sponsors. Their dedication, investment, and support in developing our young people and preserving our cultural heritage are truly praiseworthy. I am especially excited to note the growing number of participating schools this year, so much so that we’ve outgrown the Antigua Port Authority parking lot and are returning to the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium due to overwhelming participation! I am delighted to welcome newcomers like_** _Bendals Primary_**** _,_****_Irene B. Williams Secondary_**** _,_**_and_** _Sir Novelle Richards Academy_** _to this year’s competition_.”
Last year’s champions, **Greenbay Primary School** and **Antigua Grammar School** , will return to defend their titles at the **2025 National Schools’ Panorama****.** This year’s competition promises to be dynamic showcasing creativity and musical mastery from both students and arrangers.
**2025 Participating Schools**
**Primary Schools:**
**Order**| **School**| **Tune of Choice**| **Arranger**
—|—|—|—
1| Bendals Primary School| _Swinging Engine_| Derel Jarvis
2| T.N. Kirnon Primary School| _Nice and Slow_| Devonson David
3| Sunnyside Tutorial| _Something Got a Hold on Me_| Sahyen Smith
4| Villa Primary School| _ID – Stamp Your Name_| Jonathon Mills
5| Nelvie Gore Primary School (Willikies)| _Daughter Come_| Geeve “CC” Cochrane
6| Green Bay Primary School| _Good Times_| Orel Peters & Canaan Russell
**Secondary Schools:**
**Order**| **School**| **Tune of Choice**| **Arranger**
—|—|—|—
1| St. Anthony’s Secondary School| _A+ Wine_| Lorenzo Hodge
2| St. Joseph’s Academy| _Mental Day_| Jawan Henry
3| Ottos Comprehensive School| _Time Ah We Life_| Mikela Simmons
4| All Saints Secondary School| _Out Deh_| Kenwah James
5| Irene B. Williams Secondary| _Dear Carnival_| Calique Thomas
6| Princess Margaret School| _Cape_| Kareem King
7| Antigua Grammar School| _ID – Stamp Yuh Name_| Aubrey “Lacu” Samuel
8| Clare Hall Secondary School| _Cape_| Danny Hosier
9| Sir Novelle Richards Academy| _Stampede_| Robin Margetson
10| Christ the King High School| _Out Deh_| Maurisha Potter
The **44th Independence National Schools’ Panorama** will take place on **Saturday, October 25th, 2025****,** starting at **5:00 p.m.** at the **Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium** with gate sale tickets only**: Adults:** $25 and **Children, twelve years and up:** $10. This is a true family event, come out, rep your school, and support our youth as they bring the steel pan alive in the spirit of **Solid – Stable – Soaring!**
