25 Primary Schools Gather to Celebrate Belize at Annual Rally

Children from primary schools across the nation celebrated Belize through the annual children’s rally. Students participated in various local events, with a notable gathering in Belize City at the Civic Centre.

The Civic Centre was nearly at full capacity as students from twenty-five primary schools filled the venue. The energy was high as the children sang patriotic songs, danced to Belizean music, and waved the Belizean flag throughout the morning.

Margaret Smith, a teacher from Central Christian School, emphasised the importance of the event. She stated, “I think it is important because it is an opportunity for us to bring the kids together and for them to see that it is not just your school, it is all the schools. We come together, and it is a form of teaching them civic pride, love for country, and respect.” Smith also appreciated the break from the classroom, noting, “It is a warmer time of the year, so just being out of the class and enjoying this AC at the Civic is lovely.”

Smith also highlighted the significance of the Belizean flag, saying, “I think that the flag, it is just important for them to know that we show respect for our country and loving our country in the way we just not only our school compound but even outside, the way you carry yourself, wearing your uniform, showing love for your country. ”

Belize City Mayor Bernard Wagner was the keynote speaker. He used the occasion to highlight key values for the youth. “This is what shapes our youths, shape our children, being able to have all of them in one space and being able to have leaders of the community share values to them,” Wagner said. He also quizzed the students and awarded five-hundred-dollar prizes for correct answers.