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Official Statement by Honourable Sharie B. de Castro Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports on the 75th Anniversary of the Legislature of the Virgin Islands
Mr. Speaker, Honourable Members, Honourable guests in the gallery, people of these Virgin Islands, good morning. Every time I walk into this House, I feel the weight of history. And today, as we commemorate the 75th anniversary of our Legislature, that weight feels especially profound. I think of my forefather, Captain Carlton deCastro — one of the first men to sit in this chamber when the Legislative Council was restored in 1950. A sea captain by trade — steady at the helm, calloused hands gripping the wheel, eyes fixed on the horizon, steering through both calm and storm.
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Remarks by Honourable Sharie B. de Castro - Education Month 2026 Opening Address
Today, as we launch Education Month 2026, we affirm a truth that every great nation in history has understood: that the true wealth of a country is not found in its bank accounts, but in its classrooms. Not in its buildings, but in its people. And people are built through education.
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Statement By Honourable Vincent Wheatley On World Obesity Day 2025
Honourable Sharie B. De Castro, Minister for Education, Youth Affairs & Sports, launched Education Month 2025 on March 4, with the theme "Innovate, Inspire, Transform: A Reimagined Education for All." The focus is on strengthening education through infrastructure, professional development, and resources. The Minister emphasized the importance of reimagining education to integrate new technologies and diversify the curriculum. Key initiatives include investment in STEAM education, honoring the legacy of Honourable Hamilton Lavity Stoutt, and improving education infrastructure with significant financial investments. Activities for the month include a range of events aimed at engaging and inspiring students, teachers, and the community. The Ministry is also investing in teacher development and partnering with the private sector to enhance learning opportunities. The goal is to create a modern, inclusive education system that prepares students for global challenges.
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Statement By His Excellency The Governor Mr. Daniel Pruce
Good morning everyone and thank you for joining me.