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October 15-21, 2012
© Copyright 2012
One Survives
Plane Crash,
Three Others
Are Missing
Page 2
Local Youth
Kick, Throw
and Run at
Fourth Annual
Just Play Day
Page 3
MKSCHC Offers
Free Physicals
to Students
Page 4
Virgin Islanders
St. John Tradewinds News Photo by Jaime Elliott
Everyday Is EARTH Day
Everyday is Earth Day with Gifft Hill School's Education and Resiliency Through Horticulture program. Gifft Hill Gearing Up To
School seventh graders, above with EARTH coordinator Sarah Haynes, learn the finer points of soil blocking as an
alternative to using plastic pots in the school's interdisciplinary program which is run in collaboration with Iowa State
Set 2 Guinness
University. See story and more photos on Page 8. World Records
Page 5
2 St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012
USCG and DPNR Rescue Survivor ReSource Depot Expanding Hours
of Downed Aircraft South of St. Thomas The Island Green Building Association has announced that be-
ginning Monday, October 15, residents and contractors will have
Search for Additional Survivors Continues five additional hours to browse building materials and housewares
at the ReSource Depot.
In addition to the Depot’s regular hours of Saturday from 10
St. John Tradewinds a.m. to noon, it will now also be open on Mondays from 7 a.m. to
U.S. Coast Guard and V.I. De- noon for donations and purchases. Additional hours are available
partment of Natural Resources
“Coast Guard search and rescue crews by appointment.
rescue crews rescued a woman are aggressively searching for the three The ReSource Depot offers a wide selection of new and gen-
passenger from a downed aircraft remaining passengers and will continue to do tly used building materials for new builds and home renovations,
Saturday afternoon, October 13,
so as long as it is safe for our rescue crews to sold at 50 to 80 percent below retail value. It’s located on Gifft
and continue searching for three Hill Road right off Centerline Road, across from the Susannaberg
additional possible survivors, ap- operate in the area as we continue to monitor Transfer Station. To view a partial list of the ReSource Depot’s
proximately six nautical miles the passing of Tropical Storm Rafael.” inventory, please visit www.igbavi.org.
south of St. Thomas.
Rescued was Valerie Jackson,
who was able to report to search
– Capt. Drew Pearson, USCG Sector San Juan commander CBCC Looking for Help To Design
and rescue personnel that there “Pocket Park” in Coral Bay
were three additional passengers,
a woman and two men, traveling deliver a shipment of newspapers. At approximately 2 p.m. Sat- The Coral Bay Community Council is seeking community in-
aboard the aircraft when it crashed Local aircraft flying the area urday, the crew of a Coast Guard volvement in designing the corner “pocket park” section of the
into the water. and the crew of a C-130 Hurricane helicopter located Jackson in the wetlands restoration project in Coral Bay.
“Our thoughts and prayers go Hunter, tracking the incoming water and vectored-in the DPNR Help the group with ideas for seating, a play sculpture for tod-
out to the friends and families of Tropical Storm Rafael, reported marine unit to her position. The dlers, a dominoes table, a fruit orchard and more. CBCC is looking
the aircraft passengers who are finding a possible debris field, crew of the DPNR marine unit to the public to help figure out together what it will take to com-
still missing,” said. Capt. Drew approximately six nautical miles safely recovered the survivor from plete this beautiful small park.
Pearson, USCG Sector San Juan southwest of St. Thomas. the water and transported her to St. CBCC is especially looking for ideas from parents of small
commander. “Coast Guard search Coast Guard Sector San Juan Thomas, where she was transferred children and island artists and sculptors. Join the group Thursday,
and rescue crews are aggressively Watchstanders proceeded to to awaiting Emergency Medical October 18, at 11 a.m. at the park site at the junction of Route
searching for the three remaining launch an Air Station Borinquen Services personnel. 107 and Kings Hill Road (Across from the dumpsters), for a short
passengers and will continue to do MH-65 Dolphin helicopter, a Coast Guard assets searching meeting. Call CBCC’s office at 776-2099 for more information.
so as long as it is safe for our res- Coast Guard 25-foot response boat are: Coast Guard Cutter Sapelo;
cue crews to operate in the area as and a Coast Guard Auxiliary fixed-
wing aircraft to search for signs of
MH-65 Dolphin helicopters;
Coast Guard Auxiliary fixed-wing
DV Awareness Event Planned Oct. 18
we continue to monitor the passing
a downed aircraft and possible sur- aircraft; Coast Guard 25-foot re- The V.I. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Council & Fam-
of Tropical Storm Rafael.”
vivors. sponse boat; and HC-144 Ocean ily Resource Center, Inc. presents a Domestic Violence Awareness
Coast Guard Watchstanders
A Department of Natural and Sentry aircraft deployed from Mi- Month Event at Frank Powell Park in Cruz Bay on October 18
received notification at approxi-
Environmental Resources marine ami, Fla. from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
mately 7:50 a.m. Saturday from
unit also responded to the reported Any persons who may have any This year’s theme is “An Empty Place at the Table.” Together
the U.S. Virgin Islands Emergency
location, and additional volunteer information related to this incident we can break the silence and stop family violence.
Management Agency reporting an
overdue twin-engine Piper Aztec civilian aircraft have also been should contact the US Coast Guard
aircraft that had taken off from St. assisting with ongoing search ef- Sector San Juan Command Center ACC Flea Market Set for October 20
Croix and headed to St. Thomas to forts. at 787-289-2041.
The Animal Care Center’s annual flea market, “No Fleas,
Please,” will be on Saturday, October 20, at the Winston Wells ball
field. ACC Board member Jason Corley is the point-of-contact for
Tradewinds Publishing llc
the event. Corley can be reached at jrcorley5@gmail.com.
The Community Newspaper Since 1972 Clothing, Toiletries Donations Needed
The Department of Human Services and the St. Thomas/St. John
Editor/Publisher columnists NEWSLINE
MaLinda Nelson & Contributors Tel. (340) 776-6496 Chapter of the United Way are hosting the second annual Day of
malinda@tradewinds.vi Chuck Pishko, Yelena Rogers, www.tradewinds.vi Caring/Project Homeless Connect in Cruz Bay on Friday, October
Tristan Ewald, Andrew Rutnik, editor@tradewinds.vi 26.
News Editor Craig Barshinger, Bob Schlesinger, To help ease the suffering of those living without homes, the
Jaime Elliott Jack Brown, Mares Crane, Dan MAILING ADDRESS
jaime@tradewinds.vi Boyd Tradewinds Publishing LLC groups are asking for donations of clothing and toiletries. Espe-
P.O. Box 1500 cially in demand are men’s shorts sized 28 to 32, men’s shirts sizes
Writers Subscriptions St. John, VI 00831 medium, large and extra large, hats, belts, shoes and flip-flops.
Andrea Milam, Mauri Elbel U.S. & U.S.V.I. only Residents are also asked to donate canned goods and toiletries
$85.00 per year © Copyright 2012
ADVERTISING like toothpaste, deodorant, soaps, shampoo and razors. Donations
All rights reserved. No reproduction of
advertising@tradewinds.vi Third Class PERMIT news stories, letters, columns, photo- of clothing can be dropped off at Kilroy’s Laundry. St. John Com-
U.S. Postage PAID graphs or advertisements allowed without munity Foundation Executive Director Celia Kalousek will accept
CIRCULATION Permit No. 3 written permission from the publisher.
all other donations. For more information or to schedule an ap-
Rohan Roberts St. John, VI 00831
pointment with Kalousek call SJCF at 693-9410.
St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012 3
Local Youth Kick, Throw and Run at Fourth Annual Just Play Day
St. John Tradewinds News Photos by Yelena Rogers
The fourth annual Just Play Day on Monday, October
8, at Winston Wells ball field, drew a huge crowd of local
youngsters who competed in exercises which tested their
skills in throwing, running, kicking and more in a safe and
healthy environment. The event is the brainchild of Dean
Doeling, bottom second from left with St. John Festival
Queen Shanell Thomas. Just Play Day is the highlight
event for Doeling's non-profit organization Using Sport for
Social Change, which is dedicated to improving access to
sports and sporting equipment for local children.
Index
Business Directory ..............18
Church Directory .................16
Classified Ads .....................21
Community Calendar ..........20
Crime Stoppers ...................19
Crossword Puzzle ...............20
Tropical Storm Rafael Remains East of Virgin Islands Earth Talk ............................17
Island Green Living .............11
Letters .................................14
St. John Tradewinds to the Virgin Islands was set to occur at 1 a.m. nor John deJongh had decided against impos- On the Market .....................12
Police Log ...........................19
Tropical Storm Rafael, though intensify- Sunday when the center of Tropical Storm Ra- ing a curfew and did not set a price freeze.
Real Estate ....................22-23
ing, was forecasted to stay east of the Virgin fael passed some 69 miles to the east-northeast “We will continue to monitor the system, To the Rescue .....................10
Islands, just brushing the territory, and then re- of St. John. however, we don’t anticipate any significant
sume a north-northwest track early on Sunday, At 5 p.m. Saturday, the center of Tropical impact from Tropical Storm Rafael,” Lewis
October 14. Storm Rafael was located near Latitude 17.3 said on Saturday.
Earlier forecasts of the unstable system pro- degrees north, Longitude 63.3 degrees west In the event the track of this storm changed, Thursday, Oct. 18th
jected that Rafael would pass very near or over and moving toward the north-northeast near 12 the Department of Human Services and the
the Virgin Islands. miles per hour. Department of Health personnel remained on
On the forecast track, the center of Rafael A northward motion was expected Satur- stand-by to open shelters for the general public
was expected to pass near the Virgin Islands on day night followed by a turn toward the north- and the Special Needs population.
Saturday night, October 13, but the latest track northwest on Sunday. VITEMA also kept its Emergency Opera-
indicated the territory was not expected to ex- Based on the latest track information and tions Centers personnel on alert in the event
perience tropical storm force winds and the recommendations from VITEMA Director El- there was a significant change in the system’s
closest point of approach of the storm center ton Lewis and his executive leadership, Gover- track.
4 St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012
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St. John Tradewinds News Photo by Debi Emmette
Dr. Joseph DeJames examines a Julius E. Sprauve School athlete as part of her
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By Jaime Elliott
Experienced . Personalized . Professional . Proven St. John Tradewinds
When a snafu last week almost
left Julius E. Sprauve School ath-
letes without required physicals
needed to participate in school
sports, Myrah Keating Smith
Community Health Center director
and physician Dr. Joseph DeJames
came to the rescue.
A mix-up at the Department of
Education meant that the athletes
in upper grades at JESS were in
danger of not being able to receive
the physicals they needed in order
to participate in girl’s volleyball,
St. John Tradewinds News Photo by Debi Emmette
boy’s basketball and flag football,
Yelena Rogers Photography explained Debi Emmette, clinical CNA Chris Roddy tests a JESS athlete's eye sight as
care coordinator at MKSCHC.
PO Box 554, St. John, VI 00831 part of his physical exam.
That’s when head of St. Thomas
Radiology Dr. George Rosenberg
340-774-4027 603-401-4757 contacted Dr. DeJames, explained 8, at MKSCHC. Thanks to the quick action on
Emmette. The health care officials checked behalf of MKSCHC officials, JESS
Dr. DeJames, along with Chris the students’ vital signs, lungs and student athletes in sixth, seventh
Roddy, CNA, and Kelly Beach, heart sounds, height and weight and eighth grades were cleared
www.facebook.com/yelena.rogers.photography RN, examined about 60 JESS stu- and examined their ears, eyes and to participate in their respective
dent athletes on Monday, October noses, Emmette added. sports last week.
St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012 5
Virgin Islanders Gearing up To Set Two Guinness World Records
St. John Tradewinds one of the two time periods. ness World Records.
Community members are invited to do To help set the shoe world record, partici- “October is Physical To break the record, more than 5,000
something good for their health and the pants should bring old athletic shoes, which people worldwide need to run 100 meters
planet — and help set two Guinness Book will be sent to National Geographic Kids
Therapy Month and we are between noon ET October 26, and noon ET
of World Records. and then recycled into athletic surfaces. very excited to host this event. October 27, and more than 25,000 shoes
St. John Physical Therapy, with help “October is Physical Therapy Month and …I hope to see many of my will need to be collected and sent to Na-
from the St. John and Virgin Islands com- we are very excited to host this event,” said patients out on the field, as tional Geographic Society headquarters by
munities, will assist National Geographic Jessica Schnell, DPT, owner of St. John well as many other members November 9.
Kids Magazine set two Guinness World Physical Therapy. “Here at St. John Physi- Other supporters include National Geo-
Records® titles: most people running/walk- cal Therapy we believe in ‘healing through
of our community — young graphic Education; Healthy Kids Fun Run/
ing 100 meters in 24 hours; and the longest movement.’ National Geographic Kids has and old and in between.” Marine Corps Marathon (no federal or Ma-
chain of shoes, which will be recycled into given us an opportunity to deliver our mes- – Jessica Schnell, DPT, St. John Physical Therapy rine Corps endorsement implied); Macerich
athletic surface. sage to all members of our community and Malls; Kids Run the Nation; National Rec-
The initiative, called Run for the Planet, find a way to make staying active fun.” reation and Park Association; Let’s Move in
inspires kids and families to do something “It was always my dream to open a physi- Schnell is hoping for at least 200 St. John School, an American Alliance for Health,
good for their health and the environment. cal therapy practice on St. John and in the residents, and maybe some St. Thomas resi- Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
Run for the Planet supports First Lady Mi- past year I have been living that dream,” dents to be on the 100-meter track. (AAHPERD) initiative; Girls on the Run
chelle Obama’s Let’s Move! campaign, said Schnell. “I have had the privilege of as- Just how far is 100 meters? It’s not that far International; The Life is good Playmakers;
which encourages people to get healthy and sisting my patients work towards returning at all, just a little less than 328 feet. That’s and NIH’s We Can! (Ways to Enhance Chil-
active. to an active lifestyle. I hope to see many of shorter than a football field or a home-run dren’s Activity & Nutrition)®.
The St. John portion of the record-break- my patients out on the field, as well as many jog around a Major League baseball dia- Visit kids.nationalgeographic.com/run-
ing attempt will be Friday, October 26, from other members of our community — young mond. for-the-planet/ for official rules, additional
4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, October 27, from and old and in between.” National Geographic Kids Magazine and locations, and other information.
7 a.m. to noon at the V.I. National Park ball “So please come out and join us in break- St. John Physical Therapy invite kids and It is not necessary to participate in both
field (across the street from Mongoose junc- ing two Guinness world records and show families to get teams, classmates, organiza- records, but those who want to certainly
tion in Cruz Bay). Participants of all ages the rest of the world the large impact a small tions and communities to join them in set- can. For more information contact Jessica
can either walk or run the 100 meters during community can have,” she said. ting the magazine’s sixth and seventh Guin- Schnell at (340) 514-2376.
SKINNY LEGS
HALLOWEEN
PARTY!
Wed, October 31st
Inner-visions
8 PM - ??
Get your costume ready
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COSTUME CONTEST
Grand Prize: Weekend trip for 2 to St Croix
courtesy of BELLOWS, INTL.
And
Skinny legs
6 St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012
Non-Profit Groups Collaborating Junior Tennis Tourney Set for Nov. 2-4
To Help Make a Difference The St. John Racquet Club will sponsor a V.I. Tennis Associa-
tion Junior Tennis Tournament at the Cruz Bay tennis courts No-
vember 2 to November 4.
St. John Tradewinds This tournament will once again honor and say thanks to Vic
The Animal Care Center of St. Ebbesen for his dedication and commitment to the development of
John invited St. John Community junior tennis on St. John.
Foundation to set up a table at its The event is for girls and boys ages 8 and under to 18 and under.
upcoming No Fleas Please Flea The entry fee is $15 and the deadline for entries is Tuesday, Oc-
Market, on Saturday, October 20, tober 30. Off-island players can check with VITA for the limited
at the Winston Wells ball park to availability of funding for travel. For more information contact Pat
accept donations that will then be Harley at 776-6643.
distributed to four other non-profit
agencies and projects. GHS Gives Back Day Set for Nov. 16
SJCF invited the Gifft Hill
School students to help sort and Gifft Hill School announced the 3rd Annual “Gifft Hill School
take the shoes for their Soles 4 Gives Back” Community Service Day will be Friday, November
Souls Project, culminating on No- 16, at various locations across St. John.
vember 16 from the donations of The school is organizing teams of faculty and students (ranging
clothing, toiletries and food. in age from preschool through 12th grade) to do service projects in
St. John Tradewinds News Photo
Toiletries, clothing, especially the community throughout the day, and would like to understand
men’s pants, shirts and shoes, will how best to assist any St. John organizations.
Drop off donations of clothing, shoes, toiletries and
be distributed at the second annual Last year’s projects included: beach clean-ups; office help;
more to the St. John Community Foundation's booth at the cleaning and maintenance projects at the Library, fire station,
Project Homeless Connect which
will be hosted at the Department Animal Care Center's "No Fleas Please" flea market on churches, and St. John School of the Arts; visit to the senior centers
of Human Services office across October 20. to provide companionship and singing by the youngest students;
from the Fire station on Friday, and gardening help at Julius E. Sprauve School.
October 26. The event is spon- the ACC and SJCF’s Mission of the development of the Commu- Community service is an important part of the GHS curriculum
sored by DHS and United Way. HOPE. nity Impact Funds that will enable as well as a graduation requirement, and this day of service has
The food donations will be used “There are so many generous us to start distributing grants to St. become a tradition to which students and staff look forward.
in the SJCF’s Mission of Help- hardworking people on St. John John charitable agencies and proj- For more information call 340-776-1730 or email mollymur-
ing Other People Eat (HOPE). who want to make a difference, and ects in the very near future.” rill@giffthillschool.org.
And what is not used in the meal I believe that by coming together Volunteers can help set up for
preparation for Project Homeless
Connect will be donated to com-
for the common good we become
stronger and can make a bigger
the second Annual Project Home-
less Connect by attending a pizza
Applications for Carnival Queen 2013
bined effort of 7th Day Adventist impact,” said SJCF Director Celia lunch meeting at Tamarind Court Applications for the 2013 Carnival Queen Competition Pageant
Church, Catholic Charities, Our Kalousek. “Collaboration was the on Tuesday, October 16, from are now available for pick up from the Virgin Islands Carnival
Lady of Mount Carmel and Fam- focus of our annual meeting ear- 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Committee’s office located across from the Department of Finance
ily Resource Center to feed the lier this year. The attendance and There will be a Volunteer Train- or from any of the St. Thomas public or private high schools.
hungry here on St. John. positive response from other local ing session at the Lutheran Church The Committee is encouraging community groups and schools
All residents are invited to bring agencies was inspiring.” on Thursday, October 18, from to send their best, brightest and most-talented to vie for the title of
their jars of change to the SJCF “Multiple partnerships to im- 6:30 to 8 p.m. All who are inter- Queen of Carnival 2013.
table which will then be sorted prove service provision for our ested in helping individuals on hSt. Applications can be picked up between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and
and rolled by the younger students residents have been established John who are homeless or uatncrisk s ic be completed and returned no later than November 14. For
must
helped by the seniors of the local out of that effort,” said Kalousek. of homelessness are invited
y Br tomat- r Mumore information contact the Carnival Committee at 776-3112.
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St. John Tradewiinds News Photo by Yelena Rogers
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First Annual Poker Run Garners
$5,000+ for St. John Cancer Fund
By Jaime Elliott
St. John Tradewinds
What could be more fun than
“There were not that many people pre-
cruising on a boat in these tropical registered so the week before the event we
waters? went around to different bars and tried to get
How about adding a $500 poker
people signed up. We had no idea how many
pot and the chance to help a fledg-
people would show up that morning, but the
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those last week in the First Annual
St. John Poker Run on Sunday,
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for the St. John Cancer Fund. —Sadie Sea, Dolphin Water Taxi, were able to take part in the fun,
Hosted by High Tide owners World Class Anglers and Low as boaters piled in as many poker
Jim Rattz and Kelli Thomas, and Key Watersports — which were players as they could fit. Poker
Noah’s Little Arks owners Joe and moored in the area, explained Run players were also allowed to
Kim Morris, the event was the first Kim Morris. simply buy into the game for a fee
fundraiser for the recently formed “The captain of each boat dealt as well, without having to stop at
St. John Cancer Fund, which is a card to each participating poker the various moored vessels, Mor-
dedicated to assisting St. John res- player,” she said. “We had cards ris added.
idents battling cancer. that were laminated so when some- Participants were dealt their
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vessels set out from Cruz Bay for their poker hand,” Morris said. Continued on Page 18
8 St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012
REOPENING IN NOVEMBERber
St. John Tradewinds News Photo by Jaime Elliott
Gifft Hilll School student Ty Massquoi sifts through Asian Squash seeds which were
donated by Coral Bay Garden Center.
GHS Students Learn Horticulture
and More During EARTH Program
By Jaime Elliott and last week he helped seventh the terrace garden will feature the
St. John Tradewinds graders understand and develop a canuco garden.
An exciting partnership between mound approach to gardening. “Our goal is to have the cas-
Iowa State University and the “Taino people used canuco sava grow tall and then we’ll plant
Gifft Hill School has students get- farming which is a system of squash which will grow up onto the
ting their hands dirty, while learn- building mounds,” said Beamer. cassava,” Haynes told the EARTH
ing about sustainability, historical “You build up a mound and plant students. “This is called compan-
planting methods and more. your seeds in it and basically leave ion planting, where you plant dif-
The school’s Education and it alone. Then you come back and ferent vegetables interspersed with
Resiliency Through Horticulture harvest your food.” each other instead of planting all
(EARTH) program was launched “It’s a very hands-off approach of one thing. This also helps to not
several years ago as a partnership to farming,” he said. “It’s an easy deplete the soil as quickly.”
with ISU. Since then, the inter- way of growing root vegetables.” As the seventh graders took a
disciplinary program has grown to Earlier EARTH program stu- close look at a cassava root and
incorporate elements of science, dents have carved out a garden discussed the nitrogen level of the
gardening, nutrition and history. area behind GHS’ Upper Campus, soil, Haynes split the students into
Each year, several ISU students which is now home to a painted two groups.
complete semester-long intern- outdoor classroom where passion- One group of seventh graders
ships while student teaching at fruit vines grow up a trellis creat- helped sift rocks out of a pile of
GHS and work hands-on with stu- ing cooling shade. soil in order to create a mound for
dents in several grades. This year Nearby a steep hillside is now their canuco garden area, getting
ISU student Paul Beamer has been home to terraces where different ready to plant cassava starters.
working with GHS students on a types of gardens are growing in “We’re going to plant cassava
variety of projects under the direc- several different levels. and also experiment with pota-
tion of EARTH coordinator Sarah One area is home to medicinal toes” said Beamer.
Haynes. plants like aloe, while a second The second group of students
Beamer, who is scheduled to finds historic crops growing like were busy learning the ins and
help with GHS’ EARTH program taro, which were developed in outs of soil blocking as an alterna-
through December, is a senior conjunction with GHS history and tive to using plastic pots or cups
in ISU’s horticulture program science classes. The newest area in Continued on Next Page
St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012 9
GHS EARTH Program
Continued from Previous Page
for seed starters.
Although the sun was bright and the temperature was
in the high-80s, the GHS seventh grades relished their
time in the garden.
“I like this class because I like getting outside instead
of spending the entire day inside,” said Michael Palm-
interi.
“A lot of times we eat what we grow and it’s good to
know that we’re eating something that we planted and
grew ourselves,” said Sam Wessinger.
“We get to garden and not only at school, but at home
too,” said Ty Massaquoi. “I’ve been helping my mom
garden at home and that has been a lot of fun.”
In addition to the gardening aspect of the EARTH
program, students have also been learning ways to col-
lect and use water sources at GHS.
Haynes pointed out a catchment system — devised
and built by students — which collects water from the
school’s air conditioning units. The water is collected in
a barrel and gravity fed to water the EARTH garden.
“We are using pretty much all of the water from the
air conditioning system and we’re able to water our
plants without having to use a lot of fresh water which is
a valuable resource here,” said Haynes.
Students in sixth, seventh and eighth grades have
the EARTH program integrated directly into their cur-
riculum. After last week’s farming, seventh graders will
study health and nutrition in a collaboration with the
University of the Virgin Islands. St. John Tradewinds News Photos by Jaime Elliott
Before cleaning up for the day, several students
plucked fresh sweet potatoes from the garden, which
GHS' EARTH program incorporates
were slated to be cooked up by GHS senior Culinary several grades and many subjects, from
Arts class. history to nutrition.
Happy
Holidays!
10 St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012
Service, Fire Service, Police and
To The Rescue
Calls for VITEMA. We also serve as on site
St. John Rescue medical assistance at most public
functions on St. John. Being a vol-
by Bob Malacarne, N-R, EMT • Sept. 13 - Estate Enighed for unteer rescue person can be very
a vehicle fire rewarding.
• Sept. 14 - Estate Bordeaux
I started at 16 with a volunteer
Civil Air Patrol Cadets male having stroke
symptoms fire department in the states and
Buoy Hope for Future • Sept. 23 - MKSCHC to
Estate Contant for a patient
in 1994 became an EMT with Fire
Rescue department, joined St. John
transport home
• Oct. 2 - Estate Contant for Rescue in 1999 and am still very
St. John Tradewinds His influence on these young men to Lynell Audain for allowing us to a DOA active with the group. It is hard to
Greetings from St. John Rescue. and women is clearly expressed by conduct the class at the Methodist • Oct. 6 - Estate Hansen Bay explain the rewarding feeling you
for a DOA get when you save someone from
We are so thankful that this hurri- their knowledge of First Aid and Church preschool. Ms. Audain has
• Oct. 10 - Cruz Bay for a DOA peril.
cane season has been particularly CPR procedures and particularly been very helpful to us as St. John
quiet. The members of St. John by their pleasant, cooperative, and Rescue. We would not have been St. John Rescue is still looking
Rescue are ready in the event that inquisitive nature. able to host this group of students for assistance with our goal of pur-
a late season storm decides to pay These teens were prepared and if Ms. Audain had not offered this gram our radios and troubleshoot chasing the old Dr. Cool building.
us a visit. got into the practical CPR training space to us. any problems we may incur with Please consider a donation or loan
On Saturday, October 6, we with enthusiasm. It was a pleasure Isn’t it amazing what we can our emergency radio communica- to help us reach our goal.
hosted 16 Civil Air Patrol Cadets working with such wonderful peo- accomplish when we all work to- tions system. If anyone is inter- The oxygen generator project is
from St Thomas. The purpose of ple. My hope for the future of the gether! ested in getting more information nearly complete. St. John should
their visit to St. John was to learn Virgin Islands has been buoyed be- St. John Rescue is searching about this position please contact have its own source of medical
CPR. These teenagers were enthu- cause of my interaction with these for an individual who can help us me at (340)626-5118 or any rescue oxygen operating by the end of the
siastic from the minute we began young ladies and gentlemen. with our communications system. member. year. Thank you to all our benefac-
the class. Assisting me with this class We are operating with a digital St. John Rescue is also search- tors and special thanks to the Ro-
I was so very impressed by their were EMT Darrell Tasman and system and maintain three repeat- ing for individuals who would like tary Club of St. John.
leader Lt. Joel Connors. Lt Con- Rescue Chief Preston Pollock. ers; two on St. John and one on St. to join our organization and help CPR classes are available
nors is a nationally certified EMT Their support made teaching this Thomas. us provide emergency medical monthly. Contact me or St. John
and a member of both St. Thomas class so much easier. We need the services of a support services on St John. Rescue at 693-RESQ for more de-
Rescue and Virgin Islands EMS. In addition, I am so very grateful trained technician who can pro- We assist EMS, National Park tails. Until next month, stay safe.
October Is Chiropractic Health Month
St. John Tradewinds Lenahan, Elizabeth Masiello, with Governor John de-
The chiropractic profession, which has been con- Jongh, seated center, witnessed the governor signing
tributing to the health and wellbeing of Americans the proclamation declaring October as Chiropractic
since its inception in 1895, is celebrating Chiropractic Health Month.
Health month in October. Virgin Island chiropractors encourage everyone to
Local chiropractors pictured at left, (L to R) Drs. have their spines checked for misalignments which
Bob De Bonis, Matthew Krefetz, Brad Kappel, Kevin can affect their health and wellbeing.
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by Lovango Cay resident Dan Boyd Danielle Fluhler Kelley
Solar Industry Problems
Graduates from UGA
St. John Tradewinds after the paperwork had been sub- technology now. The quicker we
Grad School
Lately many solar installation mitted! do, the quicker we can get away St. John Tradewinds
companies have been having dif- I am not trying to point my fin- from costly fossil fuels. Danielle Fluhler Kelley,
ficulties with getting their solar ger at any one person or any sole If you have had or are having whose roots are in Coral Bay,
systems approved for a Net-Meter department of WAPA. We have a problems getting your Net-Meter St. John, graduated from the
with WAPA. problem here and it needs to be please contact me at islandsolar- University of Georgia’s Gradu-
The problem does not lie in the fixed, ASAP! vi@gmail.com. ate School of Social Work on
Engineering Division, Power Line When a Virgin Island resident I believe that our Senators and August 4, 2012.
Installation or Meter Department. installs photovoltaic panels on the Governor need to know about She is the granddaughter
It has to do with the paper work their home they are not just de- these problems we are facing. of Florine Fluhler and the late
that is submitted to St. Thomas. creasing their WAPA bills, they are Dan Boyd of Island Solar can Hugo Fluhler of Coral Bay.
Recently we installed a large making WAPA’s grid more reliant, be reached via telephone at 340- Danielle graduated from the
photovoltaic solar array, filed the saving WAPA money and decreas- 626-9685 or by email at islandso- University of Georgia with a Danilee Kelley with her
paperwork on June 3, 2012, and ing WAPA’s carbon footprint. Ev- larvi@gmail.com and is a Virgin 4.0 in the graduate school of grandmother Florine.
just received the Net-Meter last erybody wins. Islands Energy Office authorized Social Work. She completed
week. That’s almost four months We all need to embrace solar vendor. her Masters degree within one a new trade to young girls res-
year due to her acceptance in cued from international human
the Advanced Standing pro- trafficking in an effort to pro-
gram for the School of Social vide them with a skill set that
Passport Offices To Open on Saturday, October 27 Work.
Danielle is a member of the
would enable them to become
self sufficient as well as boost
St. John Tradewinds In addition to the completed passport application, National Association of Social their self esteem.
The Passport Offices of the Office of the Lieuten- persons planning to apply for or renew their tradition- Workers and a member of the Danielle is currently pursu-
ant Governor will open on Saturday, October 27, in al passports or passport cards are also required to pro- National Honor Society of So- ing a career in advocacy on
order to accommodate residents who are unable to vide proof of citizenship and identity, two 2x2 photos cial Workers, Phi Alpha Honor behalf of women and children
visit the offices during regular working hours. and associated fees. Society. in at-risk environments. Her
Both the St. Thomas office, located in Nisky Cen- Additional requirements apply for minor children. Danielle recently traveled grandmother Florine Fluhler
ter, and the Christiansted office, located at Govern- Copies of the passport application are available at the to the country of Ghana where was able to travel to Athens,
ment House on St. Croix, will be open from 9 a.m. Office of the Lieutenant Governor or online at www. she visited Accra, Kumasi and Georgia, for the commence-
to noon. ltg.gov.vi. Cape Coast. There she partici- ment ceremony to proudly
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this For more information contact the Passport Offices pated in service learning proj- watch her granddaughter.
opportunity to apply for or renew their passports in at 773-6449 for the Christiansted, St. Croix office or ects which included teaching Congratulations Danielle!
preparation for holiday travel. 774-4024 for the St. Thomas office.
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Views from the Estate Glucksberg Artist's home, above, include stunning sunset vistas.
Artist’s Home in Estate Glucksberg Offers
Custom Details and Plenty of Potential
By Jaime Elliott “The home boasts truly efficient a dream home with a pool even.
St. John Tradewinds use of its space and its location is Architectural plans are available
A unique contemporary Carib- close to everything, yet in a very to construct an additional, larger
bean home located on a prime par- private and quiet neighborhood,” home on the roughly half-acre hill-
cel in Estate Glucksberg was just said the Holiday Homes broker/ side above the existing home.”
put on the market days ago. owner. There is even potential for an
This Artist’s home, listed for Outside, enjoy the sweeping income producing unit on the
$618,000, offers stunning views western views across Pillsbury lower level of the existing home,
and cooling trade winds, explained sound to St. Thomas, Great St. according to O’Neil.
Holiday Homes broker/owner James and Little St. James. Soak “The lower level could easily
Christie O’Neil. up those Caribbean sunsets from become a separate apartment for
“This home is truly one of a the deck or just enjoy the breeze rental income with the addition of
kind,” said O’Neil. “It is a Carib- on this more than a half-acre par- a simple kitchenette,” she said.
bean contemporary artist’s home cel of land. The owner is currently in the
which was custom crafted to take The driveway to this Artist’s final stages of obtaining the cer-
advantage of its lush tropical loca- home is paved and there is plenty tificate of occupancy for the home,
tion.” of space for vehicles to park and the Holiday Homes broker/owner
Perched on a hillside in the con- even turn around, O’Neil added. added.
venient mid-island location of Es- The home has three bedrooms This Artist’s home in Estate
tate Glucksberg, the Artist’s home and two bathrooms with plenty Glucksberg, with beautiful views,
boasts custom detailing through- of space and potential to expand, tropical breezes and plenty of po-
out. Inside you’ll find unique is- O’Neil explained. tential to expand, could be just the
land stonework, creative mahog- “The home itself is beautiful but perfect home for the right buyer.
any woodwork, designer tile and there is even more potential on the For more information, call O’Neil
custom craftsmanship which really site,” said the Holiday Homes bro- at her office at 774-8088 or 774-
sets this home apart. ker/owner. “There is room to build 8084.St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012 13
Seaborne Airlines Kicks
Off New Daily Service
from San Juan to BVI
St. John Tradewinds
Seaborne Airlines, the regional carrier based in St. Croix, USVI, and
the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board in collaboration with the BVI Enjoy fresh doughnuts and raise money for local basketball!
Airport Authority last week announced daily round-trip flights between
San Juan’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport and the Terrence B.
Lettsome International Airport, serving the British Virgin Islands. A Sweet Fundraiser for Zero Tolerance Basketball
The new service will operate with 17-seat Dehavilland Twin Otters St. John Tradewinds The glazed doughnuts will be delivered directly
with 24 flight segments per week starting December 8. St.Thomas, St. Croix and Tortola, Zero Tolerance to customers on October 17. They cost $12 per doz-
Starting in February, the service will be operated with 34-seat Saab Basketball organization of the Virgin Island is hav- en and are always fresh. Anyone interested should
turboprop equipment with two pilots, a flight attendant, in-flight service ing a bimonthly Krispy Kreme doughnut sale. call Boyd Todman at 626-4420.
and a lavatory.
By April, 2013 Seaborne plans to operate 49 weekly round-trip flights
with over 3,300 weekly seats into and out of the market. Service is sched-
uled to begin December 8.
Additionally, on December 8, Seaborne plans to operate new service
from San Juan non-stop to Virgin Gorda, with 12 flight segments weekly
with 17-seat Twin Otter service. Seaborne also plans to introduce special
promotional fares for BVI residents traveling to San Juan and beyond.
“We’re pleased to introduce the first scheduled Saab service to The
British Virgin Islands from our connecting complex in San Juan, Puerto
Rico,” said Gary Foss, president, Seaborne Airlines. “This schedule will
allow customers from throughout the United States and Canada easy con-
nections to the beautiful and upscale British Virgin Islands, renowned for
their powdery white-sand beaches, lush green mountains and sheltered
yacht filled harbors.”
“We are especially eager to provide nonstop service directly from San
Juan to Virgin Gorda, home of Little Dix Bay, the Bitter End Yacht Club,
Biras Creek, other upscale resorts, villas and small locally owned prop-
erties,” said Foss. “And of course, there are The Baths, a national park
where granite boulders create mysterious grottos in the sea.”
BVI travelers will also have access to Seaborne’s premium lounge at
San Juan’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. The lounge offers
comfortable seating, work areas, charging stations, light refreshments,
WIFI access, and Direct TV. Additionally, Seaborne customers have ac-
cess to FasTrak SJU security access, which allows travelers to go to the
head of the TSA line.14 St. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012
Julius E. Sprauve School Is on the Move
Julius E. Sprauve School is truly on the move. of our current intercom system and upgrade of our
We began the 2012-2013 school year smoothly. We technology.
had some shifts in personnel and we are still awaiting Due to fact that we made only $34,691, our plans
some additional staff, however, the existing staff con- had to be altered somewhat. We are grateful for the
tinues to be committed to providing quality instruc- generosity of the community and pledge to always
Next Deadline: tion to all of our students.
This summer we had minor exterior painting to do
put the monies raised to good use.
The “Friends of Sprauve School” hosted a private
Thursday, oct. 18th
because Gala funds assisted us last summer with the fundraiser and made $15,000 which would go to-
major exterior painting. Our main focus this summer wards the purchase of the van once the gala commit-
was also to make some interior improvements which tee agreed to match it, and they did.
are still ongoing. So it is with great pleasure that I report to the com-
As all may know by now, my assistant, Ms. Brenda munity that Sprauve School now has its own school
Dalmida has been transferred to Guy Benjamin as its van which will be used to transport our students to
acting principal. Needless to say, my goal continues and from all school-sponsored activities.
to be to make a difference in the lives of the children A special Halo goes out to the community for
of St. John. your continued support and interest in the children of
2012-To-Date That being said, I am committed to my job and Sprauve School. We are in the process of receiving
will do my best always. Last school year went pretty our last quote for our intercom system and then that
Homicides: 1
well. With any transition there were some ups and too shall be a reality. Due to the fact that our revenues
Shootings: 1 downs; however, as a school we have made some were substantially less than expected, our goal of up-
great strides. grading our technology will be the major project for
Stabbings: 0 We are on the move to do bigger and better things. this school year’s Gala.
Our goal this school year is on literacy development. On behalf of the entire faculty, staff, parents and
Armed Robberies: 1
We have set high expectations for all of our students students of Julius E. Sprauve School, I say a heartfelt
Arsons: 0 as we aim to improve their interest in reading as well thank you to the community for your support of our
as their skills. children because it takes the commitment of all of us
1st Degree Burglaries: 3
Data is used to drive our entire decision making. to make the educational opportunities for our students
2nd Degree Burglaries: 3 We maintain an open door policy and encourage our a reality.
parents to be actively involved in what’s happening We appreciate you and, please if you have time,
3rd Degree Burglaries: 36 at the school. stop in and visit. We are always looking for volun-
At the Sprauve School Gala last school year, sev- teers.
Grand Larcenies: 57
eral projects were outlined for use of the funds col- Ms. Dionne Wells,
Rapes: 1 lected. Funding was slated to go towards the purchase Principal
of a school van for our athletics department, upgrade Julius E. Sprauve School
Crossword Answers — Puzzle on Page 20 Thanks to Ms. Stapleton at the Licensing Office
I would like to thank and commend Ms. Karen Stapleton at the Licensing office on St. John for the
professional manner and courtesy in expediting the issuing of business licenses for my renewals of licenses.
Thank you!
Mark ShekletonSt. John Tradewinds, October 15-21, 2012 15
DeJongh Signs Fiscal Year 2013 Budget
St. John Tradewinds cent restoration,’ which one can only presume would
On Friday night, October 5, Governor John de- be designed to offset the reduction in legislative em-
Jongh signed into law the Fiscal Year 2013 budget ployee salaries under the Virgin Islands Economic
which funds government operations through the end Stability Act of 2011,” said deJongh. “While in laud-
of September next year. able fashion, it is a fact that legislative employees are
DeJongh enacted 28 of the budget bills in their en- performing their jobs while being compensated with
tirety but used his veto pen to nix one section of Bill reduced salaries, the Legislature they serve has never
29-0395. transferred those savings to the General Fund as did
As regards Section 13 of the bill, deJongh pointed the executive branch departments and agencies, so
out that “while the intent was to enable designated a ‘restoration’ through an increased appropriation of
service businesses, particularly financial services the Legislature’s resources hardly seems fair or ap-
companies, to have a competitive advantage in the propriate when compared to the substantial cut in
marketplace by allowing them to employ less than services absorbed by others.”
the 10 required under current law, Section 13 goes The governor also said he was concerned that the
far beyond this limited intent by including a myriad Legislature severely underfunded both the Universi-
EVERY SatuRdaY
of business enterprises in the professional services ty of the Virgin Islands and the Government Employ-
arena.” ees’ Health Insurance Program in Fiscal Year 2013,
DeJongh wrote the Senate that if approved, the with this shortfall having to be made up through fur- BEGINNING OctOBER 20
effects of the amendments set forth in Section 13
would be detrimental as they would stifle economic
ther budget cuts as well as through judicious exercise
of the allotment process. LIVE MuSIc!
growth and expansion of current beneficiaries’ busi- “I understand that the underfunding of the Univer-
ness activities. sity of the Virgin Islands below my Administration’s
FRESh
“Moreover, I am opposed to making such targeted recommended level of funding contained in Bill No.
changes in our industrial investment incentive law 29-0415 was inadvertent and will be addressed at the
when a more comprehensive review and holistic re- next Legislative Session,” said the governor. “How-
caRIBBEaN LOBStER
EVERY tuESdaY!
vision of its terms is the more prudent course to fol- ever, by tabling the proposal to adjust the employer
low,” he said. and employee cost share of the health insurance pre-
DeJongh also pointed out that with respect to Sec-
tion 4 of Bill No. 29-0395, the prevalent precarious
miums from the current 65/35 split to a 60/40 split,
the Legislature has as a practical matter has under-
LIVE MuSIc tuES-thuRS-FRI-Sat.
financial conditions in which the territory finds itself funded the Government’s share of the health insur-
and the limited government financial resources avail- ance premium in Fiscal Year 2013.” Cruz Bay, St. John • 340-693-8141
able mandates that access to these monies only be De Jongh trusts that before the adjournment of the Dining Nightly 5:30-10 p.m. • Reservations Recommended
to the extent that appropriate funds to be tapped for 29th Legislature, lawmakers will address and remedy Across from the National Park Dock • E-mail: morgansmango@islands.vi
such support be identified. the current budget shortfall through the passage of
“Additionally, as a general observation, I am also certain enabling legislation submitted with the Fiscal
constrained to note that Bill No. 29-0935 contains a Year 2013 Executive Budget, he explained.
$300,000 miscellaneous appropriation entitled ‘8 per- “I thank you and the members of the 29th Leg-
islature for your diligence in furthering our mutual
interests in seeing the United States Virgin Islands
through difficult financial times as we enter Fiscal
Year 2013 and look forward to your continued coop-
eration towards achieving a balanced budget,” said
Follow
Nature’s Way
deJongh.
In other action, the governor acknowledged two
resolutions honoring George Flores and Gloria Jo-
Help keep our bays clean.
seph for their contributions to the Virgin Islands.
“Mr. Flores’ contributions on the island of St. Cro-
2 DO
ix through his advocacy work as a labor leader striv-
ing for better jobs and improved working conditions #
as well as his commitment to the economic develop-
ment and beautification of the town of Frederiksted construct with
have been and continue to be relentless,” said the silt fences,
governor. “Similarly, Ms. Joseph’s continued work retaining walls,
within the Government of the Virgin Islands, not- plants, and
withstanding her retirement, her service to the Bethel early paving to
A.M.E. Church, as well as being a long-time con-
tributor to the Crucian Christmas Festival and Virgin
control erosion.
Islands Agriculture and Food Fair have left an indel-
ible mark within the St. Croix community.” DON’T
“For their continuing contributions, Mr. Flores construct in a ghut, respect the force
and Ms. Joseph are worthy of this distinct honor and of tropical rains.
are truly the role models and in whose footsteps our
younger generation can feel proud to follow,” de- Coral Bay Community Council, Inc.
340-776-2099 • www.CoralBayCommunityCouncil.org
Jongh said.
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Church Directory Celebrate 39th Annual USVI/BVI
Friendship Day Oct. 20 on St. John
Baha’i Community of St. John
For Devotions and Study Circles,call 714-1641
St. John Tradewinds Festivities will begin on Satur-
7:30 p.m. Fridays; Study Circles 9 a.m. Sundays Governor John deJongh and day, October 20 at 9 a.m. with a
776-6316, 776-6254 First Lady Cecile deJongh last mini parade followed by a short
week announced plans to host the St. John Festivities welcome program at the Franklin
Bethany Moravian Church
11 a.m., Sunday School 776-6291
39th anniversary of USVI/ BVI Saturday, October 20 Powell Park in Cruz Bay.
Friendship Day on Saturday, Oc- 9 a.m. The public is also invited to at-
Calvary Baptist Church tober 20, on the island of St. John. tend a cultural presentation at the
13 ABC Coral Bay, 776-6304 “It is always a pleasure to par- Mini Parade Annaberg Plantation featuring a
Sunday School 10 a.m., Followed by a short welcome program
ticipate in USVI/ BVI Friendship dramatic performance by Denise
Sunday evening 6 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m.
Day activities with our neighbor- Franklin Powell Georges along with a series of
Christian Ministry ing brothers and sisters,” deJongh Cruz Bay “how-to” demonstrations by local
Cinnamon Bay Beach said. “These festivities celebrate artisans.
Inter-Denominational, Sunday 8:30 a.m.
the close bond between the two Demonstrations will include
Christian Science Society territories and is a platform to broom making, fish net making,
10:45 a.m. Sunday- Marketplace showcase our cultural traditions the theme revisits the shared past baking dumb bread and creating
Wednesday Testimonials while spending time together with that exists within the two territo- other edible local delicacies such
7:45 p.m. on last Wed. of Month
good friends and acquaintances.” ries. as sugar cake and local drinks. En-
The Church of Jesus Christ “Cecile and I are delighted to “We look forward to celebrating tertainment will be provided by the
of Latter-day Saints host our BVI counterparts for the our joint history, culture and peo- Mungo Niles Dancers and music
Sun. 9 a.m., on St. Thomas . 776-2379 first time on the island of St. John,” ple, and we are very excited to be by Smalls and the Music Makers.
Sun., 5 p.m., STJ, Lumberyard
said the governor. doing all of that for the very first For more information, call Car-
Cruz Bay Baptist Church This year’s theme is “Cel- time on the island of St. John,” rillo at 693-4354 or St. Thomas/
Sunday 11 a.m., 6 p.m. 776-6315 ebrating Our Roots, Heritage and said Carrillo. “And more particu- Water Island Administrator Barba-
Culture.” Raul Carrillo, Chief of larly at the Annaberg Plantation, a ra Petersen at 693-4342. Persons
Emmaus Moravian Church
Coral Bay, Sun. 9 a.m. 776-6713
Protocol for the Office of the Gov- location whose sheer existence is interested in participating or vol-
ernor and USVI/BVI Friendship on the cusp of both territories, not unteering should contact Armecia
Jehovah’s Witness Day Committee Chairman, said only physically but historically.” Martin at 693-4381.
7:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 7 p.m.
Local Students Take Part in National
Saturdays (Español), 10 a.m. Sundays,
340-715-053
Read for the Record Literacy Campaign
Missionary Baptist Church
9:30 a.m. Sunday Services, 10:45 Worship,
Tuesday 7 p.m. Bible Study 693-8884
Nazareth Lutheran Church St. John Tradewinds nor’s Children and Families Coun-
Sunday 9 a.m., Sunday School 8 a.m.
First Lady Cecile deJongh an- cil, as chaired by the first lady.
776-6731
nounced last week the success of According to Read for the Re-
Our Lady of Mount Carmel this year’s Read for the Record lit- cord, since 2006, the national cam-
Saturdays 6 p.m.; Sundays 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. eracy campaign. paign has engaged seven million
Tuesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m.
On Thursday, October 4, chil- children, raised more than $7 mil-
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 a.m.
776-6339 dren throughout the territory joined lion for early education programs,
their parents and teachers, as well and provided more than 1,000,000
St. John Methodist Church as their peers across the nation in books for children in low-income
Sunday 10 a.m, 693-8830
reading the book “Lady Bug Girl Labor Commissioner neighborhoods.
Seventh Day Adventist and the Bug Squad” by David So- Albert Bryan, Jr. reads The local effort highlights the
Saturdays, 779-4477 man and Jacky Davis. to first grade students at deJongh/Francis Administration’s
“Over two million people par- Pearl B. Larsen Elementary commitment to education in the
St. John Pentecostal Church
ticipated in this year’s national lit- Virgin Islands, and improving the
Sunday 11:05 a.m., 6:30 p.m. School.
Tuesdays Prayer 7:30 p.m., eracy effort, shining a spotlight on level of literacy amongst the terri-
Thursdays Bible Study 7:30 p.m. the critical importance of reading The Read for the Record cam- tory’s youth.
779-1230 as an important part of children’s paign is organized in partnership As part of the 2012 VI initiative,
healthy development,” said de- with the Pearson Foundation for St. Croix Administrator Dodson
St. Ursula’s Episcopal Church
Sunday Church Service, 9 a.m. Jongh. “We know now more than one day each year when millions James and Labor Commissioner
777-6306 ever that engaging young children of individuals jointly celebrate lit- Albert Bryan joined educators
from birth in reading and educa- eracy and early childhood educa- throughout the territory in reading
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship tion efforts.
tional activities provides a founda- this year’s book to students.
9:45 a.m. Sunday, 776-6332
tion for healthy brain development, The national effort supports the James read to students in Jac-
Word of Faith Church including social and emotional mission of working towards the queline Rosa’s classroom at the
Word of Faith International skills, hearing and sight.” day that every child in America Golden Rock Head Start Center,
Christian Center, Sundays 7:30 a.m. enters school ready and prepared
“I am so proud of every Virgin and Bryan read to Mrs. Ross’ First
Gifft Hill School 774-8617
Islander who participated in the to succeed, which is also one of Grade class at Pearl B. Larsen El-
2012 effort,” deJongh said. the cornerstone goals of the gover- ementary School.You can also read
