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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

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Join us for the 38th annual VSBA Conference on Education on July 13, 2023 at the Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa Short Pump! This year's event will kick off with 2023 Virginia Teacher of the Year, Ms. Fabiana Parker from Spotsylvania County Public Schools.

If you would like to attend this year's conference, please speak with your school board clerk to get registered. You can view more information by clicking the button below.

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Roanoke City Schools unveils new logo

Roanoke City Schools has unveiled a new logo and website, which they say embodies their mission of diversity and unity.

Clarke County School Board raises meal prices, recognizes athletes

BERRYVILLE - Students in the Clarke County Public Schools (CCPS) will pay more for meals when they return to classes on Aug. 23.

Schedule: Here's where you can find the Richmond Public Schools Lit Limo this summer

This summer, the fun and engaging children's literature resource will be found making stops at a number of local elementary schools, summer camps, Richmond neighborhoods and more!

Spotsylvania School Board's employment policy changes

The Spotsylvania School Board this year approved changes to a number of employment-related policies and regulations and introduced two new resolutions that set it apart from other area school divisions.

Fauquier school to reinstate 24 middle, high school teachers' aide jobs; 1st grade aides still in limbo

The Fauquier School Board will reinstate at least half of the 48 teacher aide positions that were cut to help fund 5% staff raises while also raising school board salaries between 25% and 33% without impacting the budget for next school year.

Meet 8 new principals assigned to New Hanover County Schools

Many have experience in school administration and have taught in the Wilmington area.

Rappahannock School Board members have done an "admirable job" in keeping peace

The Rappahannock County School Board gathered Tuesday night for their annual retreat, where they agreed on a strategic plan that Superintendent Dr. Shannon Grimsley will evaluate in November.

Fairfax Co. theater teacher wins national honor in New York City - WTOP News

Former Oakton High School theater arts teacher Vanessa Lock Gelinas will receive the Inspiring Teacher Award on Monday at The Jimmy Awards in New York City.

Don't miss our next VSBA Event

2023 Conference on Education, July 13, 2023, Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa at Short Pump

Join us for the 38th Annual VSBA Conference on Education, commencing with a keynote address by Ms. Fabiana Parker, the 2023 Virginia Teacher of the Year. Following Ms. Parker's presentation, we have VACORP assisting us in presenting the prestigious 2023 Excellence in Workforce Readiness Awards. Next, leaders from various school divisions across Virginia will convene to participate in a range of engaging mini-workshops. These workshops will showcase successful practices implemented in Virginia's school divisions, offering valuable insights and strategies for all attendees. After the roundtable presentations, participants will have the opportunity to partake in optional regional meeting. During the lunch break, we will announce the winners of the annual VSBA Food for Thought 2023 awards. Additionally, we are privileged to have recipients of the 2023 Student Essay Scholarship address the audience.

Don't miss out! Register today to secure your spot and be a part of the 38th Annual VSBA Conference on Education.

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