Crabbe and Selwood confirmed to top education posts

Orlandette Crabbe has been officially confirmed as Chief Education Officer (CEO) in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports’, effective June 2024. Her appointment follows a period of acting in the role.

Crabbe will lead the Department of Education, managing its administration and ensuring high standards in education across the territory. She is also responsible for advising the Minister, supervising all schools, and guiding educational planning and development.

Crabbe has taught at Belle Vue Primary School, Althea Scatliffe Primary School, and Ingleside Elementary in Norfolk, Virginia. She was also Assistant Principal at Althea Scatliffe and Principal of Joyce Samuel Primary School. Additionally, she lectured at H Lavity Stoutt Community College for one year.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Preschool, Pre-K and Primary Education from Florida A&M University and a Master of Science in Early Childhood Education from Florida State University.

Commenting on her appointment, Permanent Secretary Dr Marcia Potter said, “Education is the bedrock of any successful nation. Mrs Crabbe has an extensive history of excellence within the Public Service, and we are excited at the opportunity for her to continue this progress as the Chief Education Officer. This is a critical role with functions that play a key role in developing the minds of our students and future leaders. I wish her every success,” Dr Potter stated.