The Virgin Islands Education Department announced Thursday that St. Croix Educational Complex High School will be closed Friday due to a water pump failure that has left the campus with low water pressure. The closure does not affect the St. Croix Career and Technical Education Center, which will remain open and operating as usual.
According to a press release, the Bureau of School Construction and Maintenance notified the department earlier Thursday that repair crews were unable to fully restore normal water service despite efforts throughout the day. The contractor determined that additional work, including replacing damaged pumps with new units, would be required through the weekend to ensure a long-term fix.
In the interest of protecting the health, safety, and well-being of our students and staff and to prevent any further disruption due to lack of water for restrooms and other essential facilities, the St. Croix Educational Complex High School will be closed Friday, the press release stated.
The department said the work is expected to be completed over the weekend, allowing the high school to reopen next week. Officials apologized for the disruption at the start of the school year and thanked parents, students, and staff for their patience as repairs are completed.
