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Two Schools Advance in Inter-Secondary School Preliminary Debates
St. George’s Secondary School and the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS) won the first round of the Ministry of Education’s annual Inter-Secondary School debates. They will compete in the Semi-Final Round on 26th February 2025. St. George’s will face VISTS, and Bregado Flax Educational Centre will compete against Elmore Stoutt High School. Chief Education Officer Mrs. Orlandette Crabbe highlighted the debates as a platform for developing essential skills, while Deputy Chief Educational Officer Mrs. Heida Selwood praised the students' impressive performances. The debates will be streamed on Facebook Live.
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Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit Opens Today
The three-day Anti-Crime Summit, themed: “OUR Virgin Islands: Safe Communities, Prosperous Territory” will commence today 24th September until Friday, 26th September with an aim to garner stakeholder input for the development of a comprehensive National Crime Prevention and Reduction Strategy.
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BVI Full Moon Party Kicks Off 2025 BVI Marketing In Puerto Rico
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) launched its summer marketing campaign in Puerto Rico with a BVI Full Moon Party on April 12 at Vivo Beach Club, Carolina. The event attracted over 800 guests and featured cultural performances, BVI-inspired cuisine, and travel raffles, promoting the BVI as an ideal summer destination. Premier Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley highlighted the BVI’s hospitality and invited attendees to future events, including “Xmas in July” in Virgin Gorda. The campaign aims to boost tourism from Puerto Rico, emphasizing the BVI’s unique offerings and global travel accolades.
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Extension of Deadline for Expression of Interest (EOI) for Prospect Reef
The Prospect Reef Board has extended the deadline for submitting responses to the Expression of Interest (EOI) to 3 April 2025. The site visit, previously scheduled for 6 February 2025, will now occur on 6 March 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
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Reminder of Legal Obligation to Report All Marine Accidents/Incidents
All vessel operators, charter companies, visiting charters, and bareboaters are reminded of their legal obligation to report all marine accidents and incidents occurring in Virgin Islands waters.
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Online Payment Registration Drive to be held on Anegada on Wednesday 5th November
The community of Anegada is notified that a representative from the Water and Sewerage Department and a representative from the Department of Information Technology will be visiting on Wednesday, 5th November, to assist with online payment registration and online payments.
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HM Prisons Hosts Second Annual Inmate Debate on ‘Rehabilitation and Change’
Inmates at His Majesty’s Prison participated in the second annual Inmate Debate focused on how positive prison experiences can impact society. Two teams presented arguments, with Team Two winning a $500 prize. The event, supported by the New Life Baptist Church, aimed to encourage rehabilitation and personal growth. Officials, including Deputy Superintendent Raymond Grant and Acting Principal Officer Jazell Forde-Johnny, highlighted the importance of mindset changes and personal development. Deputy Governor David Archer Jr. also awarded participants a signed copy of his book. The prison is enhancing its rehabilitation efforts by employing a full-time Counsellor, Rehabilitation Officer, and Teacher, supported by the Ministry of Health and Social Development.
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Roof and Drain Cleaning at Francis Lettsome Primary School
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Roof and Drain Cleaning at Francis Lettsome Primary School (FLPS) located at Green Land, Tortola, Virgin Islands.
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ESHS Defends Their Crown In 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debates
The Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) won the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debates, defeating the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS). ESHS team members Auri-Ana ElShabbaz, Tyasia Cameron, and Syeisha Keith triumphed in the final debate on S.T.E.A.M. education, with Keith winning the overall best speaker award. VISTS received several awards, including second-best speaker by Kellycian Paul. An impromptu speech competition was also held, with Laicha Nguyen of St. George’s Secondary School taking first place. The final round can be viewed on the Government's Facebook page.
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Francis Lettsome Wins Inter-Primary School Athletics Championship for the Third Year
The 2025 Inter-Primary Schools Track and Field Championships concluded with Francis Lettsome Primary School winning the best primary school title for the third consecutive year. The event, hosted by the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, took place from March 26 to 28 at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds and featured various races, including 300m, 100m relays, and Sprint Medley Relay finals. Acting Director of Youth Affairs and Sports, Ms. Shaunice Leonard, congratulated the 21 participating schools and highlighted the championships as a platform to nurture future athletic talent. Individual champions in each division were announced, with Earlon Prescott, Janaicy Gumbs, Kaylaun Douglas, Shanae Benjamin, and Ke'Mori Daway among the top scorers. The titles of Victor and Victrix Ludorum were shared by multiple athletes with 30 points each. The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports continues to support sports and recreation to enrich the lives of Virgin Islands residents.