The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) is excited to announce its Back-to-School Jamboree and Food Truck Festival, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 9, at the St. Croix Educational Complex from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In full alignment with VIDE’s 2025–2026 school year theme, “Igniting Innovation and Elevating Excellence,” the event aims to foster community collaboration, parent partnerships, and school pride while providing families with essential resources to start the school year strong. The Jamboree will feature engaging activities for PreK–12th grade students and parents, music, games, community educational stations, and a variety of local food trucks.
VIDE invites community partners, agencies, and organizations to participate by hosting educational stations where families can engage with the services and opportunities available in the community in an interactive way.
The goal is to create a space where students, parents, and community partners can connect, receive hands-on support, and celebrate the start of a new school year. Community partners interested in participating are asked to scan the QR code or complete the registration form by July 14, 2025.
For additional information or to confirm participation, please contact Dynel Lang, Director of Parental and Community Engagement & Positive School Climate at dynel.lang@vide.vi or 340-773-1095 ext. 7095 or Mrs. Jeselle Cruse-Peter, Elementary Programs Coordinator, at jeselle.cruse@vide.vi or (340) 514-5390.
The Virgin Islands Department of Education looks forward to welcoming families and partners as it kicks off the 2025–2026 school year with a celebration that embodies the spirit of innovation, excellence, and community.
