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The Virgin Islands Department of Education’s Office of Public Relations and Communications exists to heighten the public’s awareness of the Department’s mission to ensure that all students are prepared for college or the career of their choice upon graduation from high school.

In support of the mission, the Public Relations Office provides publicity for events, activities and the many successes of the Department’s schools, students, teachers, employees and leadership through internal and external communication.

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The Public Relations Office reports directly to the Commissioner of Education.

 

PRESS RELEASE 0101-24 Public Schools Resume Operations on Monday, January 8, 2024

Virgin Islands Department of Education Issues Reminder that All

Public Schools Will Resume Operations on Monday, January 8, 2024

 

The Virgin Islands Department of Education extends warm wishes to everyone for a Happy New Year and welcomes all students, faculty, and staff back to school on Monday, January 8, 2024.

 

Students, parents, and guardians are advised that today is the last day of the school break and are reminded that all public schools throughout the Territory will resume operations on Monday, January 8th, for the start of the third marking period.

 

ST. THOMAS/ST. JOHN DISTRICT

  • All public schools will re-open according to their normal school operational hours.
    • Buses will also provide transportation services.

ST. CROIX DISTRICT 

  • John H. Woodson will operate virtually from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. as school repairs are being completed.

 

  • The St. Croix Central High School, St. Croix Educational Complex High School, and the St. Croix Career and Technical Education Center will operate on a hybrid schedule with a virtual Flex Block daily. Students will receive in-person instruction from 7:40 a.m. to 1:05 p.m., with a hybrid Flex Block.

 

    • On January 16, 2023, these three school sites will transition back to full day instruction from 7:40 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Student schedules are currently live on the PowerSchool portal.

 

  • Eulalie Rivera Pre-K to 8 School will operate from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

 

  • All PreK-6 elementary schools (Ricardo Richards, Lew Muckle, Alfredo Andrews, and Claude O. Markoe) will operate from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

 

  • Pearl B. Larsen and Juanita Gardine PreK-8 Schools will operate from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

 

  • Bus transportation will be provided.

 

 

 

                                                                                               

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VIRGIN ISLANDS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION STATEMENT ON INCIDENT AT EULALIE RIVERA SCHOOL

The Virgin Islands Department of Education is actively addressing a recent incident at the Eulalie Rivera Pre-K to 8 School on St. Croix, involving a school monitor and a student. Acknowledging the circulation of a video depicting the incident that transpired earlier today, St. Croix District Superintendent Ericilda Herman, Ed. D. wants to assure the public that the department is fully committed to conducting a thorough investigation.

 

At the VIDE, the paramount concern is the safety and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff. In light of the ongoing investigation, Superintendent Ericilda Herman affirms that the department will diligently gather accurate information and implement all necessary protocols. The VIDE remains steadfast in its commitment to transparency and ensuring a resolution to the matter at hand.

 

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ST. THOMAS - ST. JOHN DISTRICT ANNOUNCES IMPORTANT END OF SEMESTER DATES

The St. Thomas-St. John Public School District announces the end of the semester dates for all public schools in the district. Insular Superintendent of the St. Thomas-St. John District, Dr. Stefan V. Jürgen, shares the following important updates and reminders to all students, parents, faculty, and staff:

 

Make-Up Day on December 20, 2023:

  • December 20, 2023, will be used as a make-up day in the St. Thomas- St. John Public School District.

 

  • Charlotte Amalie High School will end on December 19, 2023. This school has no days to make up.

 

  • Bertha C. Boschulte Middle School will use December 20th, 21st, & 22nd as make-up days. BCB’s regular schedule will be utilized.

 

Final Exams Schedule (secondary schools)

  • Final exams for Grades 7 - 12 will be administered on December 13th, 14th, and 15th.

 

Report Card Distribution:

  • Report cards for the current semester will be distributed on December 20, 2023.

 

District Superintendent, Dr. Stefan Jürgen expresses his gratitude to all employees in the St. Thomas-St. John District for hurdling obstacles that presented its fair share of disruptions and trials; and to still be able to offer students a quality educational experience.

 

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St. Thomas

1834 Kongens Gade, St. Thomas, VI 00802
Phone: 340-774-0100

Curriculum Center:
340-775-2250
Mon – Fri:  8AM – 5PM

          

St. Croix

2133 Hospital Street, Christiansted, St. Croix, VI 00820
Phone: 340-773-1095

Curriculum Center:
340-778-1600
Mon – Fri:  8AM – 5PM

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