Virginia Daily Education News

VIRGINIA DAILY EDUCATION NEWS

Wednesday, April 10, 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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How Colgan High is using music to prepare students for life after graduation

Music teachers at Colgan High School in Prince William County, Virginia, are using music to teach kids confidence and other skills they can use past graduation.

Attorney of Huguenot graduation shooting defendant files motion to withdraw guilty plea

"I believe that the judge erred, as I've stated in my motion, and I know that I erred after the self defense instruction was struck down. You simply cannot have that many errors and still have Justice for Amari Pollard."

New stop arm cameras installed on Portsmouth school buses

Over spring break, Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS) staff installed stop arm cameras on ten school buses. The cameras were activated on Monday.

Patrick Henry High School robotics team to compete in world championship

The Patrick Henry High School robotics team has qualified for the world championships in Houston.

Virginia Western hosts STEM Day for K-8 students

Virginia Western's Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics departments are teaming up with community partners to provide free activities and food.

LCPS special ed director says state review positive

Loudoun County Public Schools got mainly good grades from the state in the annual review of its special education program, according to the school division's Office of Special Education director.

Williamsburg officials say a resident survey prompted them to look at an independent school system. The survey didn't ask that question.

When Williamsburg officials introduced the idea of splitting the Williamsburg-James City County Public School System last year, they cited feedback from a resident survey as one of the main reasons to consider ending the nearly 70-year partnership.

School Board taps Ferguson for Fauquier High School principal post

The School Board on Monday appointed David Ferguson of Rappahannock High School with Richmond County Public Schools to the role. He begins his tenure at Fauquier High on July 1.

Rockingham County Students Pen Open Letter To School Board

Some Rockingham County students urged the school board to earn their "attention, respect and admiration" after calling some of its recent actions "unacceptable."

Newport News Public Schools to require student IDs for high school students

High school students enrolled in Newport News Public Schools will have to start wearing student IDs this Tuesday, April 9.

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

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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

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