As schools officially reopened virtually in Saint Lucia on Monday as a result of the current COVID-19 surge, Prime Minister, Philip J. Pierre, urged students to be diligent in their studies despite the challenges that will come. ' I know that this is not the ideal situation but I can assure you that this administration will continue to work with you, your teachers, and your parents to provide you with the tools and opportunities that you require to excel,' Pierre stated on his official Facebook page. 'As the son of a teacher, I witnessed the many hats that teachers have