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Friday, March 29, 2024

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This East Coast District Brought a Hollywood-Quality Experience to Its Students

A unique collaboration between a Virginia school district and two television actors allows students to gain real-life filmmaking experience.

Richmond elementary students 'taste the rainbow' during Fruit and Veggie Week

Students at 13 Richmond elementary schools have gotten the chance to "taste the rainbow" during Fruit and Veggie Week.

Albemarle student wins Virginia Lottery 'Thank a Teacher' art contest

An Albemarle County student won an art contest organized by the Virginia Lottery in which students pay homage to the Commonwealth's teachers.

Holland Elementary students walk to support Virginia Beach boy hit by stray bullet

On Wednesday, students at Holland Elementary School dedicated their gym time to walking for Landyn Davis, the Virginia Beach 8-year-old boy hit by a stray bullet.

Young Rapp students learn from local agricultural community

Rappahannock County Elementary School students in PreK- 3rd grade enjoyed learning from local farmers during the 14th annual Agriculture Literacy Week, which was recognized March 18-24.

Scannable IDs, weapon detectors highlight a few of the security changes in Chesapeake Public Schools

As a parent, as soon as your child gets on the school bus in the morning, you want them to be as safe and secure as possible.

Middletown students take on school's first Paralympics Day

On Wednesday morning, Middletown Elementary School's gymnasium was filled with the sound of laughter mixed with the occasional thumping of basketballs.

Salem Forensics team makes history

The Salem Forensics team made history Saturday, March 23, by winning its 18th consecutive state championship. The team dominated the Class 4 field with a 40-17 win over second place EC Glass, it's long-time regional rival, with six individual state championships and three runners-up.

Nelson Middle School's art exhibit open for April

The theme for the show is "Beauty and the Beast (but not the Disney kind)" and will showcase multiple artwork from different grades.

WHS Principal highlights winter sports accomplishments

At last week's School Board meeting, Westmoreland High School principal Eddie Bowen came before the Board to list the accomplishments of the winter sports teams and the students within.

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