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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.

 

LOCKHART K-8 SCHOOL UPDATES FOR UPCOMING 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

The St. Thomas-St. John District Office of the Insular Superintendent previously announced the merge of the Lockhart Primary School (K-3) with the Addelita Cancryn Intermediate & Junior High School (4-8) to become the Lockhart K-8 School. The public is informed of important Back to School Orientation information for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.  

 

All parents/guardians must accompany his or her child for orientation. Students must be in full uniform. A copy of an up-to-date immunization card must be provided. All necessary documents for the student must be completed on the scheduled orientation day. New students must have their admission slip given by the registration office. 

 

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE 

The following dates and times are for the respective grade levels to report for orientation.  

 

Wednesday, August 2, 2023 

  • Kindergarten at 9:00 a.m. 
  • 1st and 2nd Grade at 11:00 a.m. 
  • 3rd Grade at 1:00 p.m. 

Thursday, August 3, 2023 

  • 4th, 5th, & 6th Grade at 9:00 a.m. 
  • 7th Grade at 11:00 a.m. 
  • 8th Grade at 1:00 p.m. 

STUDENT FEES 

Fees will be collected before and after orientation.  

  • Physical Education Uniforms (shirts and pants) $20.00 - $30.00 
  • Insurance $18.00  
    • A copy of private insurance must be presented if school insurance is not being purchased.  
  • Student ID (7th and 8th graders) $15.00 
  • Other school-related fees $25.00 

 

UNIFORMS 

Uniforms will remain the same. No changes were made to the uniforms for the Lockhart K-8 School. 

  • Kindergarten to 3rd Grade  
    • Girls- Light blue blouse and blue plaid pleated skirt. 
    • Boys- Light blue shirt and navy-blue long pants with black or blue belt.  
  • 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade 
    • Girls- White blouse and blue plaid pleated skirt. 
    • Boys- White shirt and navy-blue long pants with black, dark brown, or navy belt.  
  • 7th and 8th Grade  
    • Girls- White shirt and maroon pleated skirt. 
    • Boys- White shirt and maroon long pants with black or dark brown belt.  

 

 

 

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Download press release here:  pdf Press Release 0703 23 Lockhart k 8 School Updates for 2023 2024 School Year (1) (318 KB)

 

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ST. CROIX DISTRICT DIVISION OF STUDENT SERVICES REMINDS PUBLIC OF SCHOOL REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

The St. Croix District Division of Student Services reminds the public of important school registration information for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year. Registration is required for all students who are new or returning to the USVI public school system. The Virgin Islands Department of Education allows for enrollment all year long for students transferring from a non-public school.  

 

PRE-K/ KINDERGARTEN 

  • Kindergarten students must be 5 years old on or before December 31st of the year entering school.   
  • Granny Pre-K students must be 4 years old by December 31st of the year entering school. 

 

REQUIRED FORMS (Must Be Original Documents) 

 

  • Official Certification of Birth 

  • Court Appointed Adoption or Guardianship Affidavit or Power of Attorney (if applicable)   
  • Social Security Card  
  • School Records  
    • Kindergarten through 8th Grade - most recent report card/progress report 
    • 9th thru 12th Grade - Official Transcript 
    • Attendance and Disciplinary Records and 504/IEP Plan (if applicable)  
  • Virgin Islands Immunization Card and Updated Health Clearance Form  
    • From the Charles Harwood Health Clinic  
  • Government Issued Photo ID of the parent or guardian who is registering the student.

     

  • Proof of Residency in the US Virgin Islands  
    • Homeowners (any one of the following):  
      • Signed Closing Statement OR  
      • Deed or Property Tax Receipt OR 
      • Government Issued Document  
      • AND Current WAPA Bill

    • Renters:  
      • Lease Agreement signed by the Landlord and Tenant AND 
      • Current WAPA Bill (WAPA bill is still required when the lease includes utilities) 
      • Notarized Landlord Affidavit and Proof of Address from the owner of the Property (or the person authorized to lease the property on behalf of the owner) 

 

The St. Croix District Division of Student Services is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon.  For additional support please email student.services@stx.k12.vi or contact the Virgin Islands Department of Education St. Croix District at 340-773-1095.  

 

The following registration link can be used to begin the enrollment process. Once the pre-registration process is completed, the Division of Student Services will make contact with the parent or guardian of the registrant.  

 

REGISTRATION LINK 

https://stx.powerschool.com/public/formbuilder/form.html?formid=121809 

 

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Download press release here:  pdf Press Release 0702 23 VIDE St Croix District Registration Information (366 KB)

 

 

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COMMISSIONER WELLS-HEDRINGTON APPEALS TO COMMUNITY FOLLOWING RECENT ACTS OF CRIME IMPACTING SCHOOL RESOURCES

Commissioner Dionne Wells-Hedrington of the Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) is appealing to the public regarding a string of recent acts of vandalism and theft that have impacted ongoing projects of the VIDE. “Over the past few days there have been several incidents of crime reported that can only be described as senseless, brazen, and unfortunate. I am asking for the support of the community in identifying persons involved in these acts who have demonstrated such a disregard for ongoing efforts to prepare schools for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year,” said Commissioner Wells-Hedrington. 

 

Air conditioning units stored at the Department of Education’s procurement warehouse on St. Thomas were destroyed for the copper coil cores within the units. At the Charlotte Amalie High School demolition site on St. Thomas, windows and other construction equipment stored on site were stolen. Funding and procurement of these items were an integral part of the Department of Education’s efforts to equip schools with needed resources for school preparations. On St. Croix, vandals stole 107 solar panels stored at the Educational Complex High School. The solar panels were procured as an energy-efficient project of the Virgin Islands Energy Office. 

 

These equipment and resources designated for schools in the St. Thomas/St. John District and St. Croix District have been damaged and stolen with just a month away from the start of the new school year. “These acts gravely impact the students of the territory by taking away needed resources for classrooms and campuses. We must think of the students, our children, who are our future, before engaging in such behavior,” said Commissioner Wells-Hedrington.

 

As the Department of Education actively prepares for the upcoming school year, the support of the community is needed as investigations are underway to arrest the perpetrators involved. “The return of these needed items for our schools is a priority. These resources are to improve our infrastructure to create comfortable and conducive environments for learning. The public is asked to keep a watchful eye out for any suspicious activity in and around school campuses and to call 911 to report any information related to these crimes,” said Commissioner Wells-Hedrington. 

 

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Download press release here:  pdf Press Release 0701 23 VIDE Response to Recent Acts of Crime (177 KB)

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St. Thomas

1834 Kongens Gade, St. Thomas, VI 00802
Phone: 340-774-0100

Curriculum Center:
340-775-2250
Mon – Fri:  8AM – 5PM

          

St. Croix

2133 Hospital Street, Christiansted, St. Croix, VI 00820
Phone: 340-773-1095

Curriculum Center:
340-778-1600
Mon – Fri:  8AM – 5PM

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