VIRGINIA DAILY EDUCATION NEWS

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Wednesday, February 7, 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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Listen to Episode 57 of the Virginia School Board News Podcast. In this episode, VSBA Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by VSBA Deputy Executive Director Samantha Bosserman to discuss Board Self Evaluations. Learn more about this VSBA service and why it is important for your board to do. 

Click here to listen to Episode 57

Fairfax Co. 4th graders to perform speeches at Ford's Theatre

Fairfax County fourth graders have been busy preparing for the 2024 Abraham Lincoln Oratory Residency and Festival at Ford's Theatre next month.

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Williams named Brunswick County Public Schools 2023-2024 Division Teacher of the Year

Brunswick County Public Schools selected Regina Williams as the 2023-2024 Division Teacher of the Year. 

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Rappahannock public schools' phone policy more tolerant than others

Cellphones and their use among children continue to be a topic of discussion among educators nationwide, and the policies for how to control cellphone-related disruptions in the classroom vary, even

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Hanover school redistricting floated as solution to crowding at Cool Spring Elementary

According to a Jan. 16 presentation to the school board, a former janitor space and breakroom had to be converted into a music classroom to avoid taking other classroom space.

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School Board Mulls Over $1.8B budget in Preparation for Adoption

As the School Board heads toward the adoption of Superintendent Aaron Spence's $1.8 billion fiscal year 2025 budget tomorrow-a 9.4% increase from last year-Chair Melinda Mansfield said the board, made

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House panel advances bill to allow localities to hold referendum on sales tax increase for schools

The bill was carried by Del. Sam Rasoul, D-Roanoke. A similar measure has already passed the state Senate.

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Several Prince William schools set to upgrade security equipment thanks to state grants

Five Prince William schools were recently awarded state grant funds to upgrade security equipment, the school division announced in a press release.

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Grown Here at Home: Franklin Co. agriculture teacher receives Teacher of the Year Award

It's all about giving kids in the county experiences they'll never forget.

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Shifts in Culpeper schools enrollment emerge post-COVID-19

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, a notable transformation in school enrollment trends has become evident, reshaping the educational landscape. Traditional brick-and-mortar schools have witnessed fluctuations, while alternative models,

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2 Clarke County student athletes make pitch for softball, baseball field lights

Two student athletes at Clarke County High School are urging the School Board to support installing lights on the school's softball and baseball fields.

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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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Don't miss our next VSBA Event

February 27, 2024 - Title IX Workshop

During the initial part of the workshop, participants will delve into the fundamentals of Title IX, adopt best practices related to Title IX policies, and explore recent case law pertaining to sexual harassment of students, gender discrimination, and employee training requirements. Attendees will leave armed with tools to identify, prevent, and investigate claims of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.


In the latter half of the workshop, Sands Anderson will deliver the mandated training for Investigators and Decision-Makers, offering board members insight into these crucial roles. The federal Title IX Regulations, effective since August 2020, necessitate basic training for school division employees. Moreover, “Level II” training is mandated for professionals assuming the roles of Investigators and Decision-Makers as per the Regulations. This segment of the workshop will not only cover the foundational training but will also concentrate on specific areas required for this subset of professionals. Topics include proper investigation techniques, maintaining impartiality, relevance considerations, the integration of technology in hearings (if conducted), and understanding the scope of divisions’ educational programs. This second half is tailored to fulfill the Level II training requirements.


Location: VSBA Office or Virtual

Registration: Please reach out to your school division clerk to register for this event. For affiliate members, please reach out to Mikaela Coffey for registration at [email protected]


March 5, 2024 - 2024 Spring Superintendent Evaluation Workshop

This workshop is designed to provide small group support to superintendents and board members responsible for assessing and updating their evaluation model. Participants will have the opportunity to review the guidelines in detail and then use them as they draft their own models. Individual consultation and support will be available throughout the session as participants work on their revisions.


Location: VSBA Office or Virtual

Registration: Please reach out to your school division clerk to register for this event. For affiliate members, please reach out to Mikaela Coffey for registration at [email protected]


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

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.


Location: Williamsburg Lodge

Registration: Please reach out to your school division clerk to register for this event. For affiliate members, please reach out to Mikaela Coffey for registration at [email protected]

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