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Minister for Education announced 81 fully funded scholarships @ HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islanders will soon have the opportunity to access higher education at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC).
Patricia Blaize-Adams appointed Deputy Secretary in Ministry of Education
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports has confirmed Patricia Blaize-Adams as Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, effective February 2, 2026.
Three schools to participate in aerial robotics challenge @ national science fair
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Three schools will take part in an Aerial Robotics Workshop and Challenge hosted by the Lions Club of Tortola in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, and DRIFT Enterprises Ltd.
14 secondary school students complete Street Doctors training programme
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Fourteen secondary school students from across the Virgin Islands (VI) have completed the Street Doctors training programme, an initiative designed to empower young people to become peer leaders, positive influencers, and advocates for safer communities.
Debra D. Hodge appointed Director of Youth Affairs & Sports
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports has announced the appointment of Ms Debra D. Hodge as the new Director of Youth Affairs and Sports.
Cedar International students participating in MUN Conference in New York
KINGSTOWN, Tortola, VI – Students from Cedar International School left the Virgin Islands (VI) on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, for New York City to participate in a Model United Nations (MUN) Conference.
5th HoA Members connect with Grade 5 students of Cedar International
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In an inspiring display of civic education, Grade 5 students from Cedar International School visited the House of Assembly (HoA) on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, where they were warmly greeted by members of the 5th House of Assembly. The visit coincided with ongoing debates on the Human Rights Commission Bill 2026, offering the young visitors a front-row seat to democracy in action.
'Design for HLSCC dormitory to be completed by end of the year'- HLSCC President
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Dr Richard W. Georges, President of the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), has welcomed the announcement from the Minister of Education regarding the securing of funding for the construction of a dormitory for the college.
VI will have a 'localised teaching force' in 'next 5 to 10 years'- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), has expressed her optimism that within the next 5 to 10 years, the teaching force in the Virgin Islands will consist mostly of Virgin Islanders.
Rotary Club of Central Tortola donates hydroponic towers to Leonora Delville Pr School
CAPPOONS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club of Central Tortola has donated three hydroponic towers to the Leonora Delville Primary School's agricultural programme, enhancing its Growing Minds initiative.
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