Virginia teachers told us what they’d do with the money if the commonwealth raised their pay to the national average salary for an educator.
Legislation to boost teacher pay, ban legacy admissions, and help families with their child care needs remains on track to potentially become law this year.
A 2023 study from the Virginia Education Association (VEA) found that estimated average teacher pay in the commonwealth was just over $62,100 annually—more than $6,300 below the estimated national average for the job.
In Rockingham County, community members stood with messages of support for local students.
Rockingham County schools recently banned 57 books, many with LGBTQ+ storylines. A local teen was one of the first to speak out about the decision.
This week, the Virginia Senate gave final approval to a bill that would end the practice of “legacy admissions” at the state’s public universities. “Legacy admissions” is a shorthand term for the practice of giving preferential treatment to college applicants who...
Democrats made it clear in the 2023 elections that public education would be a huge policy priority in the 2024 General Assembly. Barely more than a week into this year’s session, the Democratic majorities in the state House and Senate are making big moves. This...
This week, Gov. Glenn Youngkin released his proposed budget for 2024-2025. This budget proposal is the first step in a months-long process that will formally commence when the General Assembly begins its legislative session on Jan. 10, 2024. The governor’s...
Virginia's teacher shortage is being addressed with financial aid options, offering hope for aspiring educators in the commonwealth.
An inside look at Sen. Mark Warner’s Capitol Hill holiday traditions—complete with kindergarteners!
