September 10, 2021
Education Commissioner Racquel Berry-Benjamin Tests Positive for COVID-19
ST. THOMAS, USVI – Virgin Islands Department of Education Commissioner Racquel BerryBenjamin has tested positive for COVID-19. Berry-Benjamin underwent COVID-19 testing on Sept. 10, after experiencing symptoms overnight on Sept. 9.
Berry-Benjamin did not perform any official duties following an emergency press conference she hosted on Sept. 9.
Assistant Education Commissioner Victor Somme III will serve as Acting Commissioner while Berry-Benjamin recuperates.
Berry-Benjamin has been fully vaccinated since February 2021.
During a telephone call to staff on Friday evening, Berry-Benjamin said employees and the community should continue to follow all COVID-19 safety protocols, as the coronavirus remains prevalent, and all are susceptible to it.
The Department of Education extends best wishes for a speedy recovery to Commissioner BerryBenjamin and thanks to the community for its support.
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Education Commissioner Racquel Berry-Benjamin Tests Positive for COVID-19