Restoring Schools and Reconnecting Students with Learning in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico

U.S. Dept. of Education in After Irma and María: Island Education Weathers the Storms

Apr 16, 2018

After Hurricanes, USVI Residents Choose Hope

After three devastating hurricanes struck the Caribbean, the Department of Education undertook a series of actions to support the U.S. Virgin Islands through their recovery process. As part of that effort, ED staff committed to travelling to the…

To Rebuild, Rethink and Renew

Two trips to the U.S. Virgin Islands opened my eyes to the enormity of the challenges students, educators and families there face, and what lies ahead to reverse the impact of two catastrophic hurricanes on the U.S. Territory.

“The Spirit is There”

Looking beyond disaster relief and recovery in Puerto Rico’s hurricane-damaged schools, toward building a better, stronger future for students.

“When can I go back to school?”