Jonathan Mitchell of John Gray High School Crowned RUBiS Top Student 2025

— RUBiS Cayman Islands is proud to announce the winners of the bi-annual RUBiS Top Student 2025 Awards, an initiative designed to recognize, reward, and motivate children across the Cayman Islands with financial grants to help them pursue their passions and dreams.

The RUBiS Top Student Awards Program celebrates students aged 7 to 12 years old who demonstrate outstanding enthusiasm and dedication in areas such as Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Sports, STEM activities, and Academic Achievement.

This year, $15,000 worth of prizes were up for grabs, with public voting and a panel of five judges determining the finalists and grand prize winner.

Ten finalists each received a CI$1,000 grant, while one exceptional student was awarded the grand prize of CI$5,000 plus an additional CI$1,000 donation to the school or club of their choice — ensuring the positive impact continues within their community.

In line with RUBiS’s commitment to inclusivity, two special grants were designated for students with special needs.

The 2025 program received 43 inspiring submissions from students across the Cayman Islands. Once entries were received, participants rallied support from their families, peers, and the wider community — generating an impressive 47,000 public votes in total.

The judging panel — representing various industries across the Cayman Islands — faced the challenging task of narrowing down the pool of entries. Over two days, judges carefully reviewed every submission, evaluating each student based on Clear Presentation, Proof of Excellence, and Creativity & Innovation.