Orissa Thomas of Elmore Stoutt High School has been crowned the 2025 Secondary School Spelling Bee Champion. Joy Ogbonnaya of Ciboney Centre of Excellence placed second, while Donte Rogers of the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies secured third. The competition brought together students from schools across the Territory, promoting literacy through spelling and pronunciation. Participating schools included Elmore Stoutt High School, Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies, Cedar International School, and Ciboney Centre of Excellence.
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the maintenance and grounds up-keep at the Jost Van Dyke Primary School (JVDPS). The works are intended to support the upkeep and necessary maintenance of the school’s facilities and surroundings, ensuring the safety, functionality, and cleanliness of the campus.
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the maintenance and grounds up-keep at the Enid Scatliffe Pre-Primary School (ESPPS). The works are intended to support the upkeep and necessary maintenance of the school’s facilities and surroundings, ensuring the safety, functionality, and cleanliness of the campus.
This as water has been declared a national priority, recognising its vital role in sustaining communities, supporting the economy, and ensuring a secure future for generations to come.
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Lighting Project at the Elmore Stoutt High School (L. Adorothy Turnbull Building) located in Road Town, Tortola, Virgin Islands.
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Main Electricial Upgrade at the Enid Scatliffe Pre-Primary (ESPPS) located in Road Town, Tortola, Virgin Islands.
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Elmore Stoutt High School B-Block AC Wiring located in Road Town, Tortola, Virgin Islands.
Coordinated Response to Flamingo Pond Fish Die-Off as Sargassum Season Intensifies The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change (MENRCC), in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries and local non-profit organisation Beyond the Reef, has been actively responding to a fish die-off event observed at Flamingo Pond in Anegada.
The National Security Council (NSC) was updated on incidents in Tortola, including the shooting death of Quentin Noel Magloire in Purcell Estate. The NSC also received reports of possible gunshots in multiple locations, leading to the apprehension of a USVI citizen. The NSC commended the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) for their quick response and urged the public to assist in preventing and detecting crime. They encouraged anyone with information to contact the police or Crime Stoppers. The NSC is committed to working with the community to enhance security.
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the connection of two (2) 5000-Gallon Water Tanks at the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS). The works will enhance the school’s water infrastructure through the installation of an automatic fill system, interconnection of tanks, and integration of pump systems for consistent water supply.