ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS, (OCTOBER 29, 2020)— When St. Croix non-profit Project Promise launched its flagship Caterpillar Project to provide a full range of programming for a group of at-risk youth, it made community service an integral part of the program. The COVID-19 pandemic has not stopped this. In fact, it is the focus […]
Education
Chamber Scholarship Recipient to Graduate from HBC, Morehouse College
One of the first St Croix Chamber of Commerce scholarship recipients, Hector Acosta, recently transferred to the Historically Black College (HBC) at Morehouse College. We checked in with him to see how things were going with the transfer and class changes to virtual learning in relation to COVID-19. This year has been quite challenging with […]
United Way “In It To Win It” Summer Book Club
The United Way of the U.S. Virgin Islands introduces the “In It To Win It” Summer Book Club initiative as a Covid-19 response to support distanced learning. During these unprecedented times of early school closures and isolation, the program is designed to enhance literacy skills, bolster imagination, and creativity through reading. The power of reading and […]
CFVI Notifies Public of Opportunity to Download Noggin App FREE for 180 Days
The learning app from Nick Jr. features educational games, full episodes, eBooks, and activities for preschool-aged children U.S. Virgin Islands, June 9, 2020 — Thanks to the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands’ participation in The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, families in the Territory can download and enjoy the Nogginapp FREE for 180 days. A subscription […]
2019 Scholarship Recipient Reflects on Freshman Year
2019 St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship recipient, Giovane Barnes, provided the Chamber Board with an update of his first year of college during these challenging times. Determination and commitment have earned him a spot on the Dean’s List for Spring 2020. Mr. Barnes is another shining example of the value of investing in the […]
2018 Chamber Scholarship Recipient Checks In
2018 St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship recipient, Sahimelique Roebuck, recently checked in with Education Chair, Diane Butler, to update the organization on her accomplishments. We were thrilled to hear from her and to learn how she is thriving and taking every opportunity to grow. Ms. Roebuck is a wonderful example of the value of […]
St Croix Chamber of Commerce 2020 Scholarship
The annual St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors planning to major in Business Management, Administration, and/or related fields such as, but not limited to, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Information Technology. The Application Deadline is May 12, 2020 One four year scholarship will be awarded. The monetary amount of the […]
St Croix Chamber Scholarship Deadline April 30, 2019
The annual St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors planning to major in Business Management, Administration and/or related fields such as, but not limited to: Accounting, Finance, Marketing, and Information Technology. The Application Deadline is April 30, 2019 One four year scholarship will be awarded. The monetary amount of […]
Limetree Bay Scholarship 2019
Limetree Bay is currently accepting scholarship applications for High School students attending college in Fall 2019. Deadline for submitting applications is April 30, 2019. In order to be eligible for the Limetree Bay Scholarship Program, all applicants must meet the following criteria: Presently be a member of the 2019 senior class of a high school […]
Chamber Gala Art Competition 2019
The St Croix Chamber of Commerce is inviting High School Students to submit artwork for the cover of the 2019 Chamber Gala Booklet. Interested students should send a copy of their artwork to info@stxchamber.org and include the following information: Name School Grade Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three entries: First Prize $150 […]
Project Promise Students Honor Dr. King’s Memory with Canegata Rehab Project
PROJECT PROMISE STUDENTS HONOR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.’S MEMORY WITH CANEGATA REHAB SERVICE PROJECT St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands (January 21, 2019) – On Monday, students from Project Promise’s Caterpillar Project (TCP) program celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy with a day of service. The Caterpillars along with Project Promise staff and volunteers, […]
Chamber Scholarship Recipients
In June 2018, the St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship was presented to St Croix High School Senior, Sahimelique Roebuck a graduate of the The St. Croix Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC). The St Croix Chamber of Commerce Scholarship is a $4,000 award paid out over 4 years at $1,000 per year to a recipient majoring in […]
