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.
The Office of Public Relations and Communication, through an integrated marketing communications approach services the marketing, branding, public, and media relations, advertising and graphic design needs of the Department, districts, and schools.
The Public Relations Office reports directly to the Commissioner of Education.
The St. Thomas- St. John District announces the early dismissal of all public schools in the district on Monday, October 30, 2023, due to inclement weather. Only schools on St. Thomas and St. John will be dismissed at 12 noon. Bus services and lunch will be provided.
Download press release here: pdf ST. THOMAS-ST. JOHN DISTRICT ANNOUNCES EARLY DISMISSAL OF ALL SCHOOLS AT 12 NOON DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER (62 KB)
The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) Division of Cultural Education is now accepting student art submissions for the "David Hamilton Jackson and All Ahwe: Creative Expression for Cultivating Awareness and Social Change" exhibition. Students are invited to create art that captures the essence of David Hamilton Jackson’s contributions to labor rights, press freedom, and civil liberties in the Virgin Islands. These creative works may manifest in various forms, including visual art, written compositions, music, and STEAM projects. Student projects can be submitted online at https://tinyurl.com/zycxepfd and are due by Friday, October 20th, 2023.
This exhibition is a collaborative effort between the Division of Cultural Education and the Annual Grove Place Action Committee observance of David Hamilton Jackson Month. All student art submissions will have the opportunity to be showcased in the exhibition, which will run through November coinciding with David Hamilton Jackson Month and Liberty Day celebrations in the Virgin Islands. The Department of Education is committed to empowering students to become advocates for positive change in society.
Born in September 1884, David Hamilton Jackson was a labor rights advocate in the Danish West Indies which later became the United States Virgin Islands. Jackson was an important figure in the struggle for increased civil rights and workers' rights on the islands. He petitioned for freedom of the press and organized the first trade union for the islands. Following the transfer of the territory to American control in 1917, Jackson lobbied for U.S. citizenship for islanders. He died on May 30, 1946, but his legacy will be remembered.
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Download press release here: pdf Press Release 1014 23 David Hamilton Jackson Student Call for Art (170 KB)
The St. Croix School District announces public school updates. Parents, guardians, and students are encouraged to note the following important information:
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Ricardo Richards Elementary School; Pearl B. Larsen K-8 School; Eulalie R. Rivera PreK-8 School; Alfredo Andrews PreK-6 School; Juanita Gardine PreK-8 School.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
St. Croix Central High School; St. Croix Educational Complex; Lew Muckle PreK-6 School.
Friday, October 20, 2023
John H. Woodson Jr. High School- report cards will be distributed electronically.
Friday, October 27, 2023
Claude O. Markoe PreK-6 School
For additional information or inquiries, please feel free to contact the respective school or the St. Croix District office at 340-773-1095.
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Download press release here: pdf PRESS RELEASE 1013 23 ST CROIX DISTRICT PUBLIC SCHOOL UPDATES (197 KB)
