177 resilient students graduate from ESHS
Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), in a congratulatory message to students, reminded them of the challenges they faced during the hurricanes of 2017, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impacts of the Russia/Ukraine War on the VI economy.
He commended parents for sticking to their commitment to help their children through their educational journey in high school.
The Premier encourged students to thank their parents and also assured parents that the government has taken note of their sacrifices to make their students successful.
“When we look back at the obstacles we have had to overcome, we cannot do so without appreciating each other. As we grappled with our own challenges, we might not have thought about what others were going through and the contributions they were making”.
Look back @ what you overcame - Premier to graduates
The Premier added that the people of the Virgin Islands could not have endured anything faced over these last few years without the cooperation and support of each other and added that cooperation of the people has been a part of the history of the VI with and that it will hold true for the VI in the future.
“In closing, I want to urge our young graduates to stay focused on their goals, but do take a moment occasionally to look back on all that you have overcome, so that you never forget the powerhouse that resides in you.”
“Remember, anything worth having requires sacrifice and you will accomplish nothing of substance in life if you do not develop the ability to overcome obstacles,” he further reminded the graduating class.
Meanwhile, Education Minister Hon Sharie B. de Castro also reminded the students of their resilience over the years since the 2017 hurricanes and congratulated the students on ending their high school journey as graduates of the class of 2023.
The class has a reported 96% pass rate with the 2023 Valedictorian being Aenya Meade and Salutatorian Desarie Maynard.
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16 Responses to “177 resilient students graduate from ESHS”
The basics.
Why is it you people can’t be positive with your comments or just bridle your tongue? Jeeeze man!!
The fact that they graduate speaks volume. You people cast so much negativity on the young people that makes it difficult for them to even exist.
If we try to help them by cultivating a positive environment that encourages resilience and success inside and out of the classroom, we would have a better society.
A huge CONGRATULATIONS ???????????? to all the graduates!
Not if they cannot read write comprehend communicate.
Trust me on this. Your ability to comprehend such an injustice is ,apparently, lacking.
PRODUCTIVE HUMAN BEINGS FOR THE FUTURE GENERATIONS ???? AND A WORD OF CAUTION , STAY AWAY FROM DRUGS , AND GUNS , AM BEGGING YOU
Students - if your application letter contains poor grammar then you won’t get an interview.
And reading these comments, parentsapparently are supportive of this catastrophy.
So very sad for the children. A dim future for too many.