The Virgin Islands Board of Education is excited to announce the extension of its transformative one-time Amnesty Program for Professional Educator Certification holders. This groundbreaking initiative is designed to empower educators, offering enhanced flexibility and innovative opportunities to meet certification requirements while advancing their professional growth.
Through streamlined processes and adjusted standards, VIBE is paving the way for educators whose certifications have expired or who face challenges with recertification.
Amnesty for Conditional Certificate Holders
If you hold an expired conditional certificate, this is your moment! The amnesty program allows you to apply for a penalty-free extension, granting an additional three years to complete necessary certification requirements. Whether it’s coursework, testing, or teaching experience, this extension ensures you have the time and resources to achieve your goals.
Amnesty for Recertification Candidates
For educators seeking recertification, VIBE is making the journey more accessible by temporarily reducing the required professional development hours. During this program, recertification will require just 75 hours of professional development, a significant adjustment from the standard 125 hours outlined in the Professional
Staff Certification & Higher Education policy.
“We are proud to launch this amnesty program as a testament to our unwavering support for educators and their professional journeys,” said Dr. Kyza A. Callwood, Chairperson of the Board. “This initiative reflects our deep commitment to empowering educators, equipping them with the tools to succeed in the classroom, and fostering a brighter future for our students.”
This exciting opportunity is effective immediately and will remain available until Dec. 31, 2026. For more information, visit www.myviboe.com or contact your district certification officer via email at jedwards@myviboe.com on St. Thomas, dmheath@myviboe.com on St. Croix, or call 340-774-4546 for St. Thomas or 340- 772-4144 for St. Croix. This is your opportunity to reignite your professional certification journey with confidence and ease. Join us in shaping the future of education in the Virgin Islands.
