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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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What these Louisa County students are learning by chasing chickens: 'It's what education is all about'

Not all teachers are birds of a feather. Some, like Jessica Pittman at Jouett Elementary School, find fun ways to get their students excited about learning.

Bedford County Public Schools excels in CTE programs

Bedford County Public Schools has excelled in its performance in CTE programs, according to Bedford County Public Schools.

'We need to focus on Black joy': Fairfax County students learn history through a 'family reunion'

In Sean Miller's Advanced Placement African American Studies class at South County High school in Lorton, Virginia, flags from various African nations decorated the room.

High schoolers visit gallery to explore local history, culture

The Old Church Gallery's engagement with the local community continues to expand.

Hanover school leaders to address overcrowding at elementary school during board meeting

Hanover School Board members are preparing for a Thursday morning meeting to address some key problems facing the district. One topic of particular focus will be overcrowding at Cool Springs Elementary, the largest elementary school in the district.

Suspect pleads guilty in Huguenot graduation shooting, faces 25 years in prison

Amari Pollard entered his plea Thursday after the Richmond Circuit Court judge made two decisive rulings earlier in the day in the case against him.

School Board learns how Literacy Act will affect Clarke schools

Clarke County Public Schools officials insist a new employee must be hired to help teachers comply with requirements of recent state legislation.

'We are not cutting fine arts:' Virginia Beach school superintendent talks potential programs downsizing

As the Virginia Beach School Board makes its budget for next year, parents are concerned potential cuts could impact fine arts classes.

As student numbers rise, attendance zones may shift in Mecklenburg

Mecklenburg County Public Schools is eyeing changes to school attendance zones as a way to alleviate overcrowding at South Hill Elementary School.

GCPS holds first-ever oratorical competition

Gloucester County Public Schools Department of Secondary School Leadership held its first-ever oratorical competition in collaboration with the Woodville Rosenwald School Foundation and the Gloucester Branch of the NAACP Monday morning in the T.C. Walker Education Center auditorium.

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

Start Time: 9am EST

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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VSBA: School Board News Podcast, Episode 58

﻿VSBA 2024 March Hot Topic Conference

VSBA 2024 March Hot Topic Conference