AG. CEO SPEAKS ON CHALLENGES IN SCHOOLS

In a recent interview, Acting Chief Education Officer in the Ministry of Education Orlandette Crabbe outlined a number of factors contributing to the demise of many of the territory’s children. She was at the time addressing the ongoing matter regarding students taking sexual drugs as well as violence. She began by addressing the policy in … Continued

FOUR SCHOOLS ADVANCE IN DEBATE COMPETITION

St. George’s Secondary School and Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies secured spots in the semi-finals of the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debate Competition, joining defending champions Elmore Stoutt High School and Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary. The schools advanced following Wednesday’s debates at the New Testament Church of God International Worship Centre in Baughers Bay, … Continued

WALWYN SAYS BVI LACKS SUPPORT FOR POST-SECONDARY DEVELOPMENT

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn is advocating for the reinstatement of the Virgin Islands Emerging Fellows Grant, saying the youth development program should never have been removed from the Ministry of Education’s portfolio. Walwyn, who previously served as Minister for Education, emphasized the program’s role in providing professional development opportunities for promising young Virgin Islanders … Continued

NATIONAL SCIENCE FAIR SET FOR MARCH 12-14

Minister of Education, Youth, and Sports Affairs Hon. Sharie de Castro in an official message to the public has announced that the annual National Science and Innovation Fair will take place from March 12-14, 2025, at the Multi-Purpose Complex. The fair will feature interactive displays and hands-on experiments, allowing students to tackle real-world challenges in … Continued

STAKEHOLDERS JOIN TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE HLSCC’S FOUNDERS DAY

As part of the H. Lavity Stout Community College 35th anniversary celebrations, stakeholders from across the Virgin Islands joined to celebrate and observe Founders Day, a celebration of the founding fathers of the institution. President of the Student Government Association Ms. Palesa welcomed attendees to this momentous occasion. President of the H. Lavity Stoutt Community … Continued

HLSCC CELEBRATES 35 YEARS OF TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION

This year the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is celebrating its 35th Anniversary of higher education in the Virgin Islands. On Monday, January 14, 2025, the college held a press conference speaking about the observations. Communications and Public Relations Manager Ms Bria Smith revealed that this milestone year celebrates decades of excellence, growth, and … Continued

STUDENT REGISTRATIONS FOR 2025/2026 OPEN

The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports of the Virgin Islands has officially commenced the new student registrations for the 2025/2026 academic year. The registration period began on January 2, 2025, and will continue until April 30, 2025. Parents and guardians seeking to enrol students in public or private schools across the Virgin Islands … Continued

VG WRITER SPOTLIGHTS DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN DEBUT CHILDREN’S BOOK

Businesswoman, writer and Virgin Gorda resident Karyn O. E. Alexander hopes to increase understanding about the social challenges faced by persons with disabilities with her engaging debut children’s book Zuri’s Great Plan. She even selected December 3rd, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities as the official launch date for her book. This heartwarming story, … Continued

HLSCC AND MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY TO STRENGTHEN LONG-STANDING PARTNERSHIP

The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) and Missouri Southern State University (MSSU), located in Joplin, Missouri, USA are set to deepen their 23-year partnership with HLSCC – one of MSSU’s longest-standing partners in international education as a MSSU delegation arrives in the British Virgin Islands the week of 18th November 2024. The visit will … Continued