Opposition Leader Kim Swan has encouraged all students to do their best in the coming school year.

He said: "On behalf of the United Bermuda Party, I want to extend best wishes to all Bermuda's students for the new school year. Please do your best to take advantage of the opportunities before you, to learn new skills, gain knowledge and appreciate the differences between people."

Mr. Swan continued: "School can help you build the life you want, but it needs your full commitment to work. Work hard, play hard and know that your teachers are there to help you learn more about this wonderful world.

"Know they are there to support you when you need support. Work with them, not against them; and recognise they are with you in the classroom and on the playing field because they want to help you develop and grow.

"God bless you all. Make you and your families proud."