 The Ministry of Education's Sustainable Development, Innovation, Science, Technology and Vocational Training has reported the successful implementation of Phase 1 of the reopening of schools in the physical setting, where grades K, 6, Forms 4 and 5 resumed face-to-face instruction. The Ministry throughout the period continued engagements and discussions with stakeholders including the Ministry of Health, Principals and the St. Lucia Teachers Union. The Ministry has noted the continued decline in the number of active COVID-19 cases, which has resulted in a general improvement of the national health situation. Given the fact that the necessary preparatory activities have been finalized, a decision has been taken to resume school for the remaining grade levels, including the special education schools and tertiary institutions on Monday, November 8, 2021, using the face-to-face modality, which may include a whole school or alternate day approach. School principals will inform on their school's operation plans in line with the guidelines outlined in the continuity of learning plan.