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PS Dr Marcia Potter is retiring

-Served the VI for 40 years
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Dr Marcia Potter, is retiring from the public service after 40 years. Photo: Office of the Deputy Governor
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Dr Marcia Potter (left), with Deputy Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr. (right). Photo: Office of the Deputy Governor
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Dr Marcia Potter (left), with Deputy Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr. (right). Photo: Office of the Deputy Governor
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Dr Marcia Potter, was celebrated on Friday, June 27, 2025, by Acting Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr., and staff of the Office of the Deputy Governor. Photo: Office of the Deputy Governor
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Dr Marcia Potter, was celebrated on Friday, June 27, 2025, by Acting Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr., and staff of the Office of the Deputy Governor. Photo: Office of the Deputy Governor
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Marcia Potter, is retiring from the Public Service.

Dr Potter was celebrated on Friday, June 27, 2025, by Deputy Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr., and staff of the Office of the Deputy Governor. 

According to a social media post on the Government’s Facebook page, they “paused to bid farewell” to Dr Potter. 

4 decades of service to the VI

Dr Potter received a PhD in Curriculum Planning and Development from the University of the West Indies and over the years “has guided the learning and development of thousands of students,” the post added.

She has served in the public service right here in the Virgin Islands (VI) for forty years during which time she has risen to the ranks of Acting Chief Education Officer, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education and Culture (2011-2013), Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education and Culture (2013-2019), Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Natural Resources, Labour and Immigration (2019-2021), and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports (2021-2025). 

She is also Deputy Chair of the Barbados-based Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC), and represented the VI regionally on CARICOM, UNESCO, and UNICEF platforms. 

Dr Potter also co-founded the VI Oral History Club. 

Thank you for giving fully- MoE

The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, in its tribute to Dr Potter ahead of her retirement, described her as “a teacher, mentor, policymaker, historian, leader, and visionary”. 

It added that most importantly, she has been “present for every student who needed encouragement, every colleague who needed guidance, and every moment that required courage and compassion”.

Her legacy, the ministry said, is wide and deep, thanking her for her dedicated service. 

“Thank you, Dr. Potter, for giving so fully; For leading with vision; For never losing sight of your calling; And for planting seeds that will grow for generations.”

Dr Potter's retirement was announced by Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL) during the 2025 graduation ceremony of the Elmore Stoutt High School on Thursday, June 26, 2025. 

13 Responses to “PS Dr Marcia Potter is retiring”

  • asura (28/06/2025, 08:28) Like (18) Dislike (0) Reply
    well done Dr Potter
  • dog man (28/06/2025, 08:36) Like (22) Dislike (0) Reply
    She a real soldier that give most of her life to public service. The love she have for country and the people is of the chain. I wish it have more women like her around in the service. Mrs.potter thanks for the service you give to this country. May god continue blessing you in your new path.
  • NezRez (28/06/2025, 10:18) Like (12) Dislike (1) Reply
    You deserve it! Enjoy your retirement. You have years left to relax and have fun, travel, or party like it's 1999 (Prince) LOL. Thank you for your dedication and years of service.
  • Andrew Cox Sr (28/06/2025, 10:29) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    much thanks for the valuable service over those years
  • grace (28/06/2025, 12:29) Like (12) Dislike (0) Reply
    Such a humble person......enjoy your retirement Dr.
  • VG (28/06/2025, 12:39) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Had the privilege to work beside her when I joined the Teaching service in 1985 —- A. True soldier for Education in the BVI
    WE say THANK YOU for your dedication and service ✌????????????
  • well done (28/06/2025, 12:42) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    Quiet, but resolute. Dignified and classy. Hardworking and trustworthy. I just LOVE this lady. Thank you for you service. Enjoy your retirement. You deserve it.
  • annudda2cents (28/06/2025, 12:48) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
    I too must join in congratulating Dr. Potter on her journey throughout the public service. She has done extremely well for the British Virgin Islands, and I couldn't be prouder. Respect to both her and her husband Dr. Irad Potter. Enjoy your retirement Dr. Potter!
  • history teacher (28/06/2025, 13:21) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    She was the best History teacher. Love her to death
  • $1.3 m wall (28/06/2025, 14:47) Like (1) Dislike (10) Reply
    At least she did not allowed tall boy to dirty her name and integrity over the ESHS wall
  • Niceeee.. (28/06/2025, 20:20) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Wow one of the few boss lady In government that all I hear is positive things about. I hope some learn from her you can do your work, be humble, and respect people look out for people and still have power.. cause as the saying goes if you want to know the true character of a person give them power.. take note who ever is aspiring to walk in her shoes!!
  • Doll (29/06/2025, 02:00) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Well Done, Dr. Potter! Thank you for your service. This is definitely a monumental and historical achievement. Please take the time to rest, relax, travel and do whatever your heart desires. Do enjoy your much deserved retirement. One thing i should mention, you do not look like someone who have spent 40 years in the public service. You have aged gracefully. This can only be due to the testament of the goodness and mercies of the Almighty God! Please do not forget to write a book sharing your experiences and journey over the past 40 years. It will help be a tremendous help to those of us just starting our careers.Again, thank you, thank you and God bless you, always!
  • Hg (29/06/2025, 14:24) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Dr. Potter is such a nice soul. She is a humble lady.


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