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Sharper focus on “One System” and Culture of Care
“Throughout the year, you may have heard me talk about operating as ‘One System,’ said Dore. “But how do we achieve this mindset of unity and collaboration? First, we must center everything we do on our learners, ensuring a high-quality and consistent experience across all 23 colleges. This means whether a student enrolls at a small or large college, a rural or urban college, they should have access to the full breadth of our programs and receive the highest level of excellence in education and support.”
2024 Chancellor’s Retreat spotlights new VCCS Strategic Plan
“Let’s prioritize the right things and focus on strategies that will have the most profound impact on our learners, their families, and our communities’ lives. That is our mission.” -David Dore. With commitments to measurable achievement and providing students across the Commonwealth with the skills and credentials...
Roanoke College Poll: Harris holds slight lead over Trump in Virginia
Washington (DC News Now) — A new poll from Roanoke College shows Vice President Kamala Harris (D) holds a slight lead over Donald Trump in Virginia. Harris holds a three-point lead in the commonwealth with 47 percent, while former president Donald Trump sits at 44 percent. 2 percent of likely voters are undecided. The previous […]
Average Gas Prices Down Across the Southside and Virginia
Average gas prices across Virginia dropped by seven cents this week to $3.22 a gallon, while the average price of gas across the country is down six cents to $3.35 a gallon, according to AAA. The average price of gas in Danville fell by nine cents to $3.04, while the...
False fall, second summer? DC region heats back up with temps in the 90s this week
WASHINGTON - Are we starting "second summer?" It sure feels that way!. As autumn approaches (less than a month away!), residents of the D.C, Maryland, and Virginia region are experiencing what is colloquially known as a "second summer." This weather phenomenon brings a resurgence of unseasonably warm temperatures to the area typically when it should be cooling down. Often, it makes it feel like summer is making an unexpected return.
3 NoVA Teachers Chosen as 2024 Amazon Future Engineer Teacher Ambassadors
The program aims to improve access to STEM education across the country. Four Virginia teachers, three of whom are from Northern Virginia, are among this year’s Teacher Ambassadors for Amazon’s Future Engineer program. This two-year, paid fellowship aims to increase access to computer science and technology. Amazon selects...
Over 6,000 ‘noncitizens’ purged from Virginia voter rolls and more state headlines
• “A Virginia voter roll purge sparks renewed rhetoric over ‘non-citizens’ casting ballots.”—NBC News • “Political analyst says Harris, Democrats ‘clearly the favorites’ in Virginia.”—WRIC • “Chesterfield sheriff endorses Donald Trump, prompting ethics questions.”—VPM News • “Former executive of Virginia benefit program charged with stealing $4.8 million.”—Augusta Free Press • “Virginia ranks 7th in nation […]
Community comes together to remember the missing Virginia mother whose husband is accused of killing her
The Northern Virginia community that rallied to raise awareness and demand answers when a 28-year-old woman was reported missing earlier this month is now coming together to remember the mother of one, while her husband faces charges in connection with her disappearance.
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