Survey finds gaps in use of top-tier teaching tools across Virginia
Johns Hopkins study shows English teachers more likely than math instructors to use high-quality instructional materials, spurring calls for state support and professional training.
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Henrico County Public Schools breaks ground on new $16.3-million environmental ‘Living Building’
Henrico County and Henrico Schools officials gathered at the Wilton Farm property Sept. 29 to celebrate the upcoming construction of a new environmental education center for HCPS students. The $16.3 million center, which will open to students next fall, will be the first public K-12 “living building” in the
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Youngkin’s education board moves to toughen proficiency standards
New math and English cut scores, set to take effect in 2026, mark a push to close Virginia’s “honesty gap” but raise questions about support for teachers and students
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Henrico School Board removes several scenarios from school redistricting proposal
Henrico School Board members Thursday decided to remove three scenarios that were initially part of the board’s school redistricting proposal. Changes that would have moved more than 200 students from Pocahontas Middle School to Quioccasin Middle School, more than 70 students from Holman Middle School to Hungary Creek Middle
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