Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Hon Sharie B. de Castro encouraged every student, parent, teacher, and community member to participate in Education Month 2025 activities. Photo: Facebook

While celebrating education this month, the legacy and transformational vision for education in the Territory by its First Chief Minister and Minister for Education, the late Hon H. Lavity Stoutt, will be celebrated and remembered. Photo: File

Education Month 2025 was launched on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, under the theme ‘Innovate, Inspire, Transform: A Reimagined Education for All’. Photo: Facebook

During a press conference to launch the observance, Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL) said the theme underscores the vision for a modern, inclusive, and forward-thinking education system.

“We are moving Virgin Islands education Full STEAM Ahead! —investing in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics to equip our students with the skills to lead in a world driven by digital transformation and global competition,” she said.

Honouring the late H. Lavity Stoutt

While celebrating education this month, the legacy and transformational vision for education in the Territory by its First Chief Minister and Minister for Education, the late Hon H. Lavity Stoutt, will be celebrated and remembered.

“His unwavering belief that education is the key to national success continues to inspire us as we push the boundaries of what is possible…His legacy reminds us that education is not just an individual achievement but a collective investment in the prosperity of our people,” Hon de Castro explained.

Month-long activities planned

As Education Month kicked off, Hon de Castro revealed some of the activities that will take place.

She said the activities were designed to “engage and inspire” and they include:

• Teach for a Day – Experience the life of a teacher first-hand
• Principals' Leadership Conference – Focused on transformational leadership
• Education Round Table – Addressing the power of dyslexia and diverse learning needs
• Science and Innovation Fair – Showcasing the brilliance of our students
• Youth Symposium – Giving our students a voice in education reform
• Inter-Primary Schools Athletic Championships – Celebrating sportsmanship and school spirit

Other activities will be announced as the month progresses.

“We encourage every student, parent, teacher, and community member to participate. Education is a shared responsibility, and together, we can make an indelible impact on the future of our Territory,” Hon de Castro encouraged.