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VSBA: School Board News Podcast, Episode 58

VSBA 2024 March Hot Topic Conference

Listen to Episode 58 of the Virginia School Board News Podcast. In this episode, VSBA Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by Lori Grant, Associate Executive Director for the Illinois Association of School Boards and the presenter for the 2024 VSBA March Hot Topic Conference. Gina and Lori discuss the importance of attending this year's conference and what tools attendees will gain from the Trust Edge Experience.

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Virginia Beach 10-year-old makes 'reading buddies' for school library

Fourth-grader Sienna Brevik started making the reading buddies, little stuffies made of felt, last year. They fit in little hands and come in all shapes - slothes, donuts, a strip of bacon - with l...

Extracurricular tutoring could help WPS improve absenteeism rate

Winchester Public Schools Director of Student Services Jennifer Buckley recently informed the School Board that as of Jan. 29, the division can recover school attendance rates through tutoring hours outside

Louisa County students showcase work, helping teachers learn what to use in classrooms

Discover Days allows Louisa County Public Schools students and teachers to showcase work they've done throughout the year, giving teachers ideas on what to implement in the classroom and model the 5 C's.

Shannon Grimsley: 'Cheerleader-in-chief' for Rappahannock County Public Schools

Grant writer extraordinaire, school bus driver, student advocate - Shannon Grimsley is redefining the role of Superintendent of Rappahannock County Public Schools.

How a high school basketball team inspires Prince William Co. elementary students to read

A new program in Prince William County has Potomac High School basketball players reading to students at River Oaks Elementary School.

LCS Teacher Emphasizes Teaching from the Heart -

Project SEARCH Creates Workforce Opportunities for Young Adults with Disabilities in LYH By Robin Sutton Anders If we all just loved our neighbor, what a different world this would be.

Waynesboro students create 'dynamic and inclusive space' in new Black Student Union

Waynesboro High School has a new student group called the Black Student Union. "We really try to make it student-led," said Kendra Jones-Carter, Waynesboro Schools Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity, who is also a co-sponsor of the group.

Tuckahoe Middle recognized for unified sports teams by Special Olympics USA

On Feb. 8, students at Tuckahoe Middle School cheered on their classmates of all abilities as they faced off against another unified basketball team from Quioccasin Middle School.

Salem High School DECA recognized for outstanding School-based Enterprise

Spartan Spirit, the school-based enterprise at Salem High School was among 728 school-based enterprises achieving gold-level certification for the 2023-24 school year and will be recognized during DECA's International Career Development Conference this April 27-30, in Anaheim, California.

School Board's town hall events conclude

By Matt de Simone Botetourt County School Board members hosted town hall events from the end of January and concluded with their final event at Lord Botetourt High School on Feb. 13.

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Join VSBA for an Extraordinary Saturday Hot Topic Conference at the Williamsburg Lodge! We’ve listened to the needs of our valued membership and are thrilled to invite you to wake up with VSBA on a Saturday for an unforgettable day of growth and connection. This conference introduces you to “The Trust Edge Experience,” a trusted methodology employed by name-brand companies worldwide. Discover how it empowers organizations to cultivate high-performing teams while establishing a common language that enhances connection, clarifies objectives, and boosts productivity.

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Saturday, March 23, 2024 - 2024 March Hot Topic Conference

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VSBA: School Board News Podcast, Episode 58

﻿VSBA 2024 March Hot Topic Conference

VSBA 2024 March Hot Topic Conference