The Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School (ALHCS) Science Week activities have been building to an exciting crescendo over the past week, highlighted by the Interhouse Quiz, Rechauffe Culinary Competition and the Science Fair.
Head of the Science Department and primary organiser, Mrs. Mary Smith, who led a dedicated team of teachers, explained that “science is all about investigating how we live,” noting that this philosophy was reflected in the wide variety of science-related activities in which ALHCS students enthusiastically participated.
The Interhouse Quiz featured teams of five students—one from each form—competing for the coveted title of the most scientific house. Pink House emerged victorious, followed by Purple House in second, Yellow House in third, Orange House in fourth, and Maroon House in fifth.
The Rechauffe Culinary Competition took place across campuses, with the Pupil Referral Unit making a strong showing at Campus A. The competition also ran at Campus Q, with each team consisting of two students. Both students and judges agreed that the meals presented were nothing short of scrumptious.
The Science Fair saw students from first through fifth form showcasing their investigative skills and creativity. Exhibits ranged from compasses and lime batteries to experiments on lactose intolerance, electrolytes, fermentation and ripeness, hydraulic bridges, natural preservatives for keeping fruits fresh, and the impact of vinegar on mould, among many others.
Details on winners and prizes from these competitions will be revealed at the highlight event—the Trash to Trashion Eco Pageant and Science Week Awards Ceremony—which takes place on Saturday, 31 January 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the ALHCS Campus Q Cafeteria.
The major sponsors of Science Week and the Trash to Trashion Eco Pageant are the Department of Education, National Caribbean Insurance, and Belmond Cap Juluca. Mrs. Smith also expressed heartfelt appreciation for the wider community, stating, “We cannot underestimate the assistance from individuals who served as judges, or the business community that gave discounts and vouchers but most of all, we must recognise the unpaid labour, time, energy, creativity and science skills of the teachers who formed the Science Week and Eco Pageant team.”
