Happy New Year to Local 1825! I hope everyone had a safe and joyous holiday. While the Union supports the safe return to in-person learning, we prioritize students and staff safety as the government plans to open its doors on January 24th. The Local applauds the government's effort to slow the mitigation of the virus by postponing in-person learning for two weeks.
The need for our students to be in school is evident. However, as the Omicron variant surges in the Virgin Islands, we must continue to follow CDC protocols to mitigate transmission, including regular testing, temperature checks, wearing masks, social distancing, and getting vaccinated.
The AFT will also be partnering with the Department of Health and the Department of Education beginning this month to conduct educational seminars for members, students, and parents on the efficacy of vaccinations. Remember, the best way to avoid severe illness is to get vaccinated.
Respectfully,
Leontyne Jones
AFT President, Local 1825