Virginia Daily Education News

VIRGINIA DAILY EDUCATION NEWS

Friday, August 4, 2023

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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Join VSBA at our 2023 Legislative Advocacy Conference where attendees will gain valuable insight into the issues that promise to have lasting impacts on the Commonwealth! This conference will inform and educate school board members as leaders discuss implementing the Virginia Literacy Act, a glimpse into how current events will influence the direction of the 2024 General Assembly, and much more. This conference also includes a session designed to meet the requirement that each school board member receive COIA training.

Register today for this exciting and informative conference! This is a hybrid event so you can attend in person or virtually.

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Newport News School Board names Mitchell as new superintendent

The Newport News School Board is expected to appoint its next superintendent Thursday after a months long search.

Free backpacks, haircuts, physicals & more for Hampton Roads students

As kids get ready to head back to school, you have a chance to get free backpacks, haircuts, vision screenings, physicals, vaccinations and more.

Pep rally for teachers in this Virginia school system brings 'excitement, fun'

The countdown to the new school year has officially begun for students across Central Virginia, and Louisa County is leading the charge with an energetic and spirited annual convocation.

HCPS Announces First-Ever Partnership With CodeVA

Harrisonburg City Public Schools is entering the first ever partnership with a nonprofit focused on bringing computer science education to students, the school system announced at its Tuesday night school

Proposed Botetourt library policy for kids and teens could be the most restrictive in Virginia

The policy recommended by the chair of the board of supervisors would prohibit most people under 18 from visiting a library branch without an adult. The move stems from a campaign pledge as a heated monthslong debate about LGBTQ+ books continues.

Alexandria Mayor urges Richmond to reconsider approach to school funding | ALXnow

One month after a study found that the Virginia state government is underfunding schools, Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson called on state leaders in Richmond to reconsider their approach.

Albemarle County Public Schools holding job fair Aug. 4

Albemarle County Public Schools is looking to fill a lot of open job positions.

Henrico County Public Schools seeking mentors for students

Henrico County Public Schools is looking for mentors for students throughout the county.

Don't miss our next VSBA Event

2023 VSBA Legislative Advocacy Conference, September 21, 2023, Chesterfield Career & Technical Center

Join VSBA at our 2023 Legislative Advocacy Conference where attendees will gain valuable insight into the issues that promise to have lasting impacts on the Commonwealth. This conference will inform and educate school board members as leaders discuss implementing the Virginia Literacy Act, a glimpse into how current events will influence the direction of the 2024 General Assembly, and much more. This conference also includes a session designed to meet the requirement that each school board member receive COIA training.

Register today for this exciting and informative conference! This is a hybrid event so you can attend in person or virtually.

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