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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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Roanoke County schools will consider solar lease proposals for Cave Spring High School pilot project

Putting solar panels on Cave Spring High School would save the division an estimated $2 million in utility costs over 25 years, but some board members are concerned that a long lease period is too risky.

'Students can make a difference': Phoebus HS students work to address food insecurity

A group of Phoebus High School students is working to address the issue of hunger.

Williamsburg-James City County Schools superintendent named regional Superintendent of the Year

Olwen Herron, who has been WJCC Schools' superintendent since 2017, was named Region 2 Superintendent of the Year.

Heritage Teacher Named Agriculture Teacher of Year

Heritage High School Biology teacher Amy Goodyear today was presented with the Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom Teacher of the Year award during one of her biology classes in front

Floyd Co. High School student heading to Harvard

Wilder has been walking the halls of Floyd County Public Schools since kindergarten. Recently, he learned the next stop in his educational journey will be Harvard University.

Fairfax student launches robotics program

Across the county, interest in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) is growing. The Virginia Department of Education Science Standards even includes engineering practices in all grades.

Tensions flare over Henrico teacher's Gaza comments

Catherine Massalha, a Henrico County Public Schools teacher, has been reassigned after an investigation found her comments about the Israel-Hamas war violated policy.

Stafford Co. Public Schools installing largest school rooftop solar array in Va.

Stafford County Public Schools began installing the largest school rooftop solar array in Virginia Thursday at North Stafford High School.

RPS looking to hire more tutors as a part of 'All in VA' plan

It's a push to combat learning loss, an area Richmond Public Schools is now trying to tackle, but they need more people to help.

Students put their hearts into Valentine's Day project

A new Valentine’s Day-related project at Surry Elementary School last week resulted in a great number of smiling faces as well as some valuable learning experiences for the students, their teachers, and the parents, as Principal Preston L. McKellar, Jr. related.

The VSBA Government Relations team is updating the VSBA Legislative Update Blog. You can click below to view the blog and stay up-to-date throughout the session.

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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

Location: Williamsburg Lodge

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VSBA: School Board News Podcast, Episode 58

﻿VSBA 2024 March Hot Topic Conference

VSBA 2024 March Hot Topic Conference