Virginia Daily Education News

VIRGINIA DAILY EDUCATION NEWS

Friday, May 3, 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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Virginia School Boards Association Showcases Programs at Two Fredericksburg-Area School Divisions

Stafford and Caroline schools are included in the VSBA's 28th annual Showcases for Success directory.

Henrico CTE's 'Signing Day' celebrates graduating seniors' first step into the workforce and adulthood

Last Wednesday, 56 high school seniors gathered for Henrico Schools' Career and Technical Education "Signing Day" to celebrate joining the workforce immediately after graduation.

UPDATE: HCPS STEMM Director speaks at the White House

Harrisonburg City Public School's director of Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Medicine education got her moment in the national spotlight this morning.

The 1st Va. school system to hire a human trafficking prevention specialist is hiring another one. Here's why

Prince William County Public Schools will be hiring another human trafficking prevention specialist, which will be funded by the recently approved fiscal 2025 budget.

Prince Edward project praised by Virginia School Board Association

The Virginia School Board Association recognizes projects across the state. Association members learn about what different districts are doing

Kiptoepeke student takes first place in VSBA Tidewater Art Contest

The Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) recently hosted its annual Tidewater Regional Art Contest on April 25, 2024, showcasing the remarkable artistic talents of students across the region.

'Teachers are fearful': York County teacher accused of harassment by school board member speaks out

A York County teacher who’s been speaking out against the actions of the county’s new school board majority said he’s doing it for others who are fearful of retaliation.

Amherst County HS receives Virginia Board of Education's Exemplar Performance Award

Amherst County High School was announced as a recipient of the 2023-24 Virginia Board of Education's Exemplar Performance Award in the category of Continuous Improvement.

School Board revises theater policy

The School Board voted April 23 to remove references to "illegal acts" and "obscenity" from the Loudoun County Public Schools "theatrical presentations" policy.

'Smart Cookie Bakery' implements marketing strategies to drum up business

The students in special education teacher Cher Gingues’s Life Skills Program at Gloucester High School are currently working on marketing strategies to increase sales for “Smart Cookie Bakery,” a student-run cookie business.

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Friday, May 31, 2024: School Law Conference

Date: May 31, 2024

Location: Hybrid - Richmond Marriott Short Pump

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