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![VIDE Accepting Grant Application Proposals for 21st Century Community Learning Centers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744739407/videvi/m8fy6iy22bfmrvcczvb5/VIDELogoColorSeal.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744739407/videvi/m8fy6iy22bfmrvcczvb5/VIDELogoColorSeal.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744739407/videvi/m8fy6iy22bfmrvcczvb5/VIDELogoColorSeal.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744739407/videvi/m8fy6iy22bfmrvcczvb5/VIDELogoColorSeal.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744739407/videvi/m8fy6iy22bfmrvcczvb5/VIDELogoColorSeal.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744739407/videvi/m8fy6iy22bfmrvcczvb5/VIDELogoColorSeal.png","width":2200}])
The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) announces the opening of its competitive grant application process for the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC). The VIDE is now accepting subgrant proposals from Virgin Islands Government agencies, non-governmental agencies to include non-profit community groups, and faith-based organizations interested in providing high-quality educational and enrichment programs in both the St. Thomas-St. John and St. Croix Districts.
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The Department of Planning and Natural Resources announces that pursuant to Virgin Islands Rules and Regulations, Title 12, Chapter 21, Section 904-9 meetings of the St. John Committee of the Virgin Islands Coastal Zone Management Commission have been scheduled to begin on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. This meeting will be held via the video conferencing platform Zoom.
Public Hearing for Federal Consistency Determination, No. CZM0006-25- Julius E. Sprauve School Reconstruction.
![VI History Month Events 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743184749/videvi/nh71p2jhbniblgqclvgm/VIHistoryMonthEvent2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743184749/videvi/nh71p2jhbniblgqclvgm/VIHistoryMonthEvent2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743184749/videvi/nh71p2jhbniblgqclvgm/VIHistoryMonthEvent2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743184749/videvi/nh71p2jhbniblgqclvgm/VIHistoryMonthEvent2025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743184749/videvi/nh71p2jhbniblgqclvgm/VIHistoryMonthEvent2025.jpg","width":1545}])
Congratulations to the winners of Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett's Black History Essay Contest- 2025. The entries were all awesome and the students did a phenomenal job with their essays/poems and art.
Each student will be recognized with a Congressional Certificate and prize at the VI History Month Program on St. Thomas on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the Prior Jollek Hall at Antilles School from 4:00 pm -6:00 pm and on St. Croix on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the Legion Hall in Frederiksted from 5:00 pm -7:00 pm.
![Group of 4 students holding Mathcounts Trophies looking directly at the camera]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743089141/videvi/bv3hwdcjho60qme72yxe/DSCF6020-1-W.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743089141/videvi/bv3hwdcjho60qme72yxe/DSCF6020-1-W.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743089141/videvi/bv3hwdcjho60qme72yxe/DSCF6020-1-W.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743089141/videvi/bv3hwdcjho60qme72yxe/DSCF6020-1-W.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1743089141/videvi/bv3hwdcjho60qme72yxe/DSCF6020-1-W.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1743089141/videvi/bv3hwdcjho60qme72yxe/DSCF6020-1-W.jpg","width":2200}])
The Virgin Islands Department of Education proudly congratulates all students who participated in the 2025 MATHCOUNTS State Competition held today, Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the UVI Innovation Center on St. Thomas. The top 20 mathletes in the Territory demonstrated their problem-solving, strategic thinking, and teamwork as they competed for the opportunity to advance to the National Competition.
VIDE extends its sincere congratulations to the top performing students: First Place: Cole Cullinan, Good Hope Country Day School. Second Place: Roman Overmyer, Antilles School. Third Place: Leon Perkins, Church of God Holiness Academy. Fourth Place: Elize Acuna, Antilles School.
![Brown skinned black male wearing a yellow tee-shirt smiles looking directly at the camera. He's holding a large trophy in his right hand.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743088376/videvi/myoo3gregobgxxyynbiz/EvanFahie_SpellingBee_Thumb_DSCF5862-50.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743088376/videvi/myoo3gregobgxxyynbiz/EvanFahie_SpellingBee_Thumb_DSCF5862-50.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743088376/videvi/myoo3gregobgxxyynbiz/EvanFahie_SpellingBee_Thumb_DSCF5862-50.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743088376/videvi/myoo3gregobgxxyynbiz/EvanFahie_SpellingBee_Thumb_DSCF5862-50.jpg","width":1131}])
The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) is pleased to announce and congratulate the outstanding winners of the 52nd Annual Territorial Spelling Bee. This esteemed event, showcasing the exceptional linguistic talents of our students, saw an impressive display of intellect and dedication from participants across the Territory.
The VIDE extends heartfelt congratulations to the top three winners who demonstrated remarkable skill, determination, and resilience. First Place: Evan Fahie, Lockhart K-8 School. Second Place: Rayan Felix, Free Will Baptist School. Third Place: Jahmir Greaux, Eulalie Rivera PreK-8 School.
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The St. Croix Educational Complex High School Cheerleading Team has proudly made history for the U.S. Virgin Islands by securing the silver medal in the Non-Tumbling Super Varsity division at the World High School Cheerleading Competition (WSCC) held on February 9, 2025. This remarkable achievement marks the team’s second appearance at the prestigious event, where they also earned 3rd place in the Nations Ranking category.
![Headshot of Mr. Andre Douglas - Mathematics Teacher at Ivanna Eudora Kean High School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739380479/videvi/w0ekalcniyokuwkngfkr/AndreDouglas.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739380479/videvi/w0ekalcniyokuwkngfkr/AndreDouglas.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739380479/videvi/w0ekalcniyokuwkngfkr/AndreDouglas.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739380479/videvi/w0ekalcniyokuwkngfkr/AndreDouglas.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739380479/videvi/w0ekalcniyokuwkngfkr/AndreDouglas.jpg","width":1267}])
The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) is overjoyed to announce that Mr. Andre Douglas, a dedicated mathematics teacher at Ivanna Eudora Kean High School (IEKHS), has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). This award, presented by the White House, is one of the highest national honors given to educators who demonstrate exceptional teaching in the fields of mathematics and science.
![A group of students gathers around Mr. John P. Wheatley on the red carpet]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738250698/videvi/swmexscjiqhxlkbgpdin/473574081_1024424293049328_4219815466251668765_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738250698/videvi/swmexscjiqhxlkbgpdin/473574081_1024424293049328_4219815466251668765_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738250698/videvi/swmexscjiqhxlkbgpdin/473574081_1024424293049328_4219815466251668765_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1738250698/videvi/swmexscjiqhxlkbgpdin/473574081_1024424293049328_4219815466251668765_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1738250698/videvi/swmexscjiqhxlkbgpdin/473574081_1024424293049328_4219815466251668765_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738250698/videvi/swmexscjiqhxlkbgpdin/473574081_1024424293049328_4219815466251668765_n.jpg","width":2048}])
The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) is thrilled to celebrate the extraordinary success of the Virgin Islands Film Academy, a groundbreaking eight-week program held in the St. Thomas-St. John District. Spearheaded by renowned filmmaker and proud Virgin Islander John P. Wheatley, this initiative transformed high school students from Charlotte Amalie High School and Ivanna Eudora Kean High School into creative filmmakers through hands-on training and mentorship by industry professionals.
Alfredo Andrews Elementary School SY2024-25 Spelling Bee Participants
