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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

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Winchester, Frederick, Clarke schools to outpace state's 5-year enrollment projections

In the Northern Shenandoah Valley, population growth is a popular topic among local officials and community members.

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1% sales tax option to fund school construction, renovation 1 step closer to becoming law

A bill allowing Virginia localities to increase sales tax by 1% to fund construction and renovation of schools passed the Senate on Monday.

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Missing Books - Some of Them - Back in School Division Central Office

The books were banned from school libraries last year and then taken to the Friends of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library's book sale in the fall.

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2 Youngkin-backed bills to limit minors' social media use defeated

"I am very concerned about the impact of social media on the mental health of our children," the governor said in a brief interview. "I absolutely think parents should be

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Hopewell City Public Schools rolling out Saturday classes

Students in Hopewell will soon have the opportunity to take Saturday classes to boost grades and attendance record.

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Norfolk Public Schools to require parents/guardians at basketball games

Norfolk Public Schools announced a new policy Monday regarding athletic event attendance.

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In gridlocked Congress, unlikely issue of cellphones in schools forges bipartisan bonds

Fears about the impact of cellphones and social media on children have united political rivals in Congress.

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Proposed LCPS budget includes bonuses for new teachers

The school division's $1.82 billion proposed budget for the 2024-25 school year includes bonuses for new teachers. School employees will see an 8% increase in their health insurance premiums and

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Virginia Senate passes bill to let localities increase sales tax to pay for school construction

The bill would let local governments increase the local sales tax to fund school construction projects if voters approve the hike in a referendum.

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Lynchburg City Schools expands curriculum for real-world student opportunities

Lynchburg City School leaders are implementing a new curriculum that will help students be more prepared for life outside of the classroom.

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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 us on March 5, 2024, for the VSBA 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.

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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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