Hon de Castro vows to stand with teachers & demand change
In a statement released yesterday, October 29, 2021, the Junior Minister said that as an educator by training, she is using the opportunity to publicly express my support for all educators in the Virgin Islands, she said
“As a former student and teacher of the Elmore Stoutt High School, I am very familiar with the concerns raised as I have experienced them firsthand. This is also proof that some of the issues have been longstanding and have been experienced throughout all schools,” the minister said.
Educators require good working environment - Hon de Castro
The Minister noted that as part of best practices, in order for effective teaching and learning to take place, all teachers, administrators, counselors, staff, and students require an environment that is conducive.
“Therefore, it should be equipped with adequate resources, up-to-date curriculum, serious consideration and support for special education, a defined pathway for upward mobility and just compensation. In fact, I believe these are reasonable expectations.”
The Minister indicated, however, that the government has taken steps to improve the system despite some shortfalls.
“As an elected member of the government, I acknowledge the steps that this government has taken to improve education. Significant strides have been made, initiatives launched and infrastructure developed and remediated. Of course, as with anything there is still much more to be done.”
Hon de Castro continued, “I am also aware that the Minister for Education is working to address the concerns of the teachers and I have assured him that I am available to provide support in any way possible.”
Stance means more support for educators - Hon de Castro
She said the stance by teachers has unlocked the public’s awareness and has triggered attention that should garner support that will command the change required to advance the local education.
“I also willingly admit that your brave stance has demanded my attention and action to stand with you. Additionally, it has also inspired the resurgence of my voice,” she said.
Hon deCastro also vowed that as an elected representative and trained educator, “I will continue to lobby for the changes you seek.”
The Minister reminded that while changes will not happen overnight, she remains ready to engage in dialogue on behalf of teachers as well as to support actions that will yield solutions and birth meaningful change.
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22 Responses to “Hon de Castro vows to stand with teachers & demand change”
You still have time..just stop letting your government fail and speak up but keep up your other good works behind the seen
that they once called their own or the future leaders who must daily endure struggles that in many cases can be minimized. No one expects miracle workers but we do expect our children, their health and education to be a priority.
Give back tourism to Shereen that’s her passion. Her sister is no longer there. So no conflict to talk about. Move Education under Premier and appoint Sharie as Junior Minister of Education. That’s her passion. Do right by those ladies Andrew. You were elected by 1 district and those ladies were elected by nine districts. They should have been in the cabinet. You campaigned on women and youth empowerment but all three woman and the youth sitting behind you. Fahie wanted to be leader tell him to LEAD!!!