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FAFSA problems cause ‘a lot of heartbreak’ for some college applicants
Some Virginia students planning to attend college this fall are still waiting on accurate financial aid offers from colleges they’ve applied to, due to glitches in a new version of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. According to the U.S. Department of Education, some of those...
Southwest Virginia schools to hold meeting on cellphone policy changes
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin recently signed an executive order limiting or banning the use of cellphones in schools. For a smooth transition to the new rules, Southwest Virginia school districts plan to gather for a listening session. We have a great track record of collaboration...
Northeast Graduate Earns Dunkin’ Scholarship
Not only was Cecilia Hartford the 2024 Northeast High School valedictorian, class president, a National Honor Society member, and a varsity athlete in lacrosse and field hockey, but she is also a recipient of a $2,500 Dunkin’ scholarship. In partnership with Scholarship America, 50 students throughout the Washington, D.C.,...
Herald News Briefs: ‘Cell phone-free’ education discussion set
On Tuesday, July 9, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 33, looking to guarantee a “cell phone-free education” to students. It doesn’t order an outright ban on phones or demand that any certain protocols be followed. Instead, he’s calling for communities to get involved and help design the rules they want to see. First, […] The post Herald News Briefs: ‘Cell phone-free’ education discussion set appeared first on Farmville.
Students across region helped by grant
Students here in Prince Edward, along with Buckingham and Cumberland counties, will get some help from a U.S. Department of Agriculture grant. The $14.3 million Farm to School grant was given to multiple states, including Virginia. These funds will help 1.9 million children eat more nutritious foods in schools while supporting farmers in their communities. […] The post Students across region helped by grant appeared first on Farmville.
Local student shines in Virginia Space Coast Scholars Program
Nelson VA – The Virginia Space Coast Scholars (VSCS) program proudly announces that local high school student Kathryn “Kate” Griffin has successfully completed the rigorous online course and ranked in the top percentage of participants invited to attend the prestigious Virginia Space Coast Scholars Summer Academy at NASA Wallops Flight Facility this summer.