Superintendent thanks staff for support amid recent employee losses

The School Board meeting held on April 1, 2025, in Virginia began with a heartfelt acknowledgment of recent losses within the division. A representative expressed gratitude towards the staff and community for their support during difficult times, emphasizing the contributions of the employees who were lost. The speaker highlighted the resilience and dedication of the teachers and staff, noting their ability to adapt to changes from the state level while maintaining a focus on student success as graduation approaches.

Following this emotional tribute, the meeting transitioned to an update on the school safety task force. The update was brief, as two board members involved in the task force were set to provide a more comprehensive report shortly. It was noted that the school resource officer team is now fully staffed, which is a positive development for school safety. A new member, Alicia Boton, was introduced as having joined the team recently.

Overall, the meeting underscored the importance of community support and the ongoing commitment to ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for students as the school year progresses. The board plans to continue addressing these critical issues in future meetings.