John H. Woodson Jr. High School will not open as scheduled on Wednesday, August 13, according to an announcement from the V.I. Department of Education. The delay affects the start of the 2025–2026 school year and has prompted education officials to schedule a virtual meeting to address the situation.
The meeting will take place on Tuesday, August 12 at 5:30 p.m. and will be hosted on Microsoft Teams. It is open to all parents and guardians of John H. Woodson students.
Representatives from the Bureau of School Construction and Maintenance (BSCM) and VIDE will participate, providing updates on the delayed start and answering questions from attendees. Organizers stress that this session is an opportunity for families to receive accurate, up-to-date information and to have their concerns addressed directly by those overseeing the school’s readiness.
How to Join:
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Platform: Microsoft Teams
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Meeting ID: 240 608 338 338 6
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Passcode: 9DB3Hd6K
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Join Link: Click Here to Join via Teams
The Department of Education is urging all parents and guardians to take part in the meeting to ensure they are informed about the changes affecting the school year’s start and any measures being taken to prepare the campus for opening.

