Superintendent also addressed concerns regarding his immigration status and academic credentials.
Spotsylvania adds weapons detection system to school board meetings amid threats to Jackson and Mitchell
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On the Agenda, Nov. 10-14
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Caroline students who integrated school division 60 years ago share experiences
In 1965, 13 Black students chose to integrate Caroline High School, and two siblings did the same at Bowling Green Elementary. Their experience has never been recognized.
Against the stream? Parents ask city school board to address technology usage
Access to YouTube, online gaming called into question at school board meeting.
Democrats assume majority on the Stafford County Board of Supervisors
Wins by Maya Guy and Kecia Evans help carry the party in a county formerly controlled by Republicans.
Data centers to face stronger opposition after Spotsylvania election results
Challenger David Goosman and incumbent Lori Hayes, who both favor special use permits for data centers in areas zoned Industrial, breezed to victories Tuesday night.
Two Stafford School Board seats will see new occupants regardless of election outcome
The incumbents in the Aquia and Hartwood districts didn’t seek re-election.
PODCAST: Coffee Shop Talk with Dr. Anand Rao (AI and Cafe Au Lait at Eileen’s Bakery and Cafe)
This month, host Joey LoMonaco sits down with Dr. Anand Rao, a University of Mary Washington professor and the director of the school’s new Center for AI and the Liberal Arts.
Virginia Community College System appoints Griffith as Germanna’s next president
Tashika Griffith was the chief campus officer at St. Petersburg State College, Clearwater Campus, in Florida for the past three years.
No ‘chump change:’ Spotsylvania school officials discuss hefty Capital Improvement Plan
Division is anticipating the need to build a new elementary school and high school in the next five years.
PHOTOS: Decades of D.A.R.E.: Ferry Farm’s longtime tradition rolls through the streets
For more than 30 years, Ferry Farm Elementary’s D.A.R.E. Parade has brought students, teachers, and law enforcement together.
DiBella, Monroe prioritize safety in Berkeley District school board race
Larry DiBella and Amanda Monroe are aiming to replace outgoing board member April Gillespie.
Caroline’s inaugural hall of fame class spans generations
Sixteen inductees will be recognized prior to Friday night’s football game against Courtland and at a gala on Nov. 12.
Making the cut: Caroline school officials preparing for increase in state standards
Superintendent Sarah Calveric said adjusting to the elevation in standards will prove a statewide challenge.
Legislative wish list: Stafford School Board seeks more state funding for education
The board also wants the county to be able to impose a 1-percent sales tax for school construction.
MWHC, UMW pitch medical school as potential cure to region’s physician shortage
Medical school would be first in Northern Virginia and would focus on training community physicians.
Loss of water forces closure of Massaponax High School
Superintendent Clint Mitchell said he’s hopeful the school will reopen Thursday.
Speakers blast Spotsylvania school division for handling of child sex abuse case
At least one victim’s family is preparing to file a lawsuit against the school division for its handling of the case.
It’s an incumbent versus a school employee for Falmouth School Board slot
Sarah Breedin Chase, who was first elected in 2017, faces challenger Fawn Chergosky.
Brand, new: Fredericksburg City Public Schools unveils an updated look
Division showcases mission, vision and tagline — plus new logo — at ceremony Tuesday.
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