Angelo E. Fernandez

The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) presents an overview of its strategic efforts and achievements for 2024, highlighting its commitment to academic excellence, student support, and community engagement. Key focus areas include initiatives to foster exceptional teaching, significant improvements in student academic performance as evidenced by Smarter Balance data, and national recognition for schools. The plan also emphasizes the expansion of Career and Technical Education (CTE) and STEM programs, substantial investments in school infrastructure rebuilding and modernization, and comprehensive literacy initiatives. Furthermore, VIDE is establishing technical college pathways, launching teacher apprenticeship programs, and implementing career readiness initiatives to ensure students are prepared for future success and leadership.

This document outlines a school-based roadmap for the effective implementation of school-wide literacy practices across pre-K to 12 schools within the Virgin Islands Department of Education. It employs a disciplinary approach, leveraging reflection tools and protocols for school leaders and teachers to enhance literacy instruction. The roadmap aims to improve students' reading, writing, thinking, speaking, and listening skills in various content areas, ensuring consistent high-quality literacy instruction.