Virginia Daily Education News

VIRGINIA DAILY EDUCATION NEWS

Thursday, April 11, 2024

The Virginia Daily Education News is a daily update (Monday through Friday) of education news throughout Virginia. Links are created to various media outlets throughout the state.

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Embark on an inspiring journey at our exclusive all-virtual Hot Topic Conference, where the realms of Artificial Intelligence and Policy seamlessly come together. Immerse yourself in a unique exploration of the impact of AI on the future, surrounded by visionaries and experts.

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Date and Time: April 18, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

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Registration: Please reach out to your school division clerk to register for this event.

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Chesterfield County superintendent to retire

Chesterfield County Superintendent Mervin Daugherty has announced his retirement from the school district.

NNPS teacher named 2025 Virginia regional teacher of the year

The Virginia Department of Education has named Crittenden Middle School teacher Chanda Woods the 2025 Virginia Region 2 Teacher of the year.

Emily Overstreet honored, named Regional Teacher of the Year

Reading at Cumberland Elementary, Lisa Coons asked about their art teacher, Emily Overstreet, and how much students enjoyed taking her class.

RPS board modifying conduct policy after Jonathan Young investigated, cleared for harassment complaint

The Richmond School Board is looking to revise its standards of conduct policy following an independent attorney's investigation into School Board Member Jonathan Young's behavior toward a student.

RCES students watch in amazement during the solar eclipse

Rappahannock County Public Schools extended the school day by 20 minutes Monday to provide a safe, educational experience to view the rare astronomical phenomenon – a solar eclipse.

Former assistant principal charged in case of 6-year-old who shot Virginia teacher

A special grand jury in Newport News found that Ebony Parker showed a reckless disregard for the lives of Richneck Elementary School students.

Best public high schools in Virginia

Stacker compiled a list of the best public high schools in Virginia using rankings from Niche.

HCPS and HHS earn state, national music education awards

Harrisonburg City Public Schools and Harrisonburg High School were recognized both on the state and national level for their music programs.

Roanoke County Public Schools embraces March Mathness

While fans of college basketball have been focused on March Madness, students in Roanoke County Public Schools are showing their competitive spirit with 'March Mathness.'

Group in Shenandoah County seeks to restore Confederate names of schools

A community group in Shenandoah County known as the Coalition for Better Schools is seeking to have the Confederate names restored to Mountain View High School and Honey Run Elementary School. Back in 2020, the schools' names were changed from Stonewall Jackson High School and Ashby Lee Elementary School.

Listen to Episode 60 of the Virginia School Board News Podcast. In this episode, VSBA Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by Hampton City Public Schools Chief of Staff and Deputy Superintendent, Dr. John Caggiano, and their Chief Academic Officer, Dr. James Harris. Gina and guests discuss the rewriting of Hampton City Schools’ curriculum and how their new approach on education has impacted the engagement of their students.

Click here to listen to Episode 60

Don't miss our next VSBA Event

Thursday, April 18, 2024: Virtual April Hot Topic Conference

Captivating Features:

Engaging Conversations: Dive into compelling discussions led by industry pioneers, unveiling the potential of AI in shaping risk management, policy updates, and more.
AI Essentials: Gain foundational knowledge from experts like Chris Jones, providing insights into the building blocks for effective policy-making in the AI era.
Practical Applications: Walk through real-world applications of AI with Dr. Matt Sieloff, Vice President of Implementation and Development at Jason Learning.

Date and Time: April 18, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Location: All Virtual

Registration: Please reach out to your school division clerk to register for this event.

Click here for more information.

Friday, May 31, 2024: School Law Conference

Join us for a day of enlightenment and collaboration at the Virginia School Boards Association Hybrid School Law Conference. Our lineup of speakers will dive into relevant topics in education law, providing valuable insights for legal professionals, school board members, and policymakers alike.

Date: May 31, 2024

Location: Hybrid - Richmond Marriott Short Pump

Registration: Please reach out to your school division clerk to register for this event.

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