Education stories in Richmond

Michael E. Hill was formally inaugurated Friday as the 16th president of Randolph-Macon College. His inauguration served as a formal investiture for Hill.

Richmond Public Schools is exploring the option of selling naming rights to its school facilities. This initiative aims to generate additional revenue for the district.

[Link: https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1sugbbc] Hi Rams! I’m looking to hire a tutor for my sister, who is currently an 11th-grade student taking Honors Trigonometry / Math Analysis. We need someone who can explain complex concepts clearly and help with test prep. Schedule & Location • Location:

I know this is an unpopular opinion but on the small chance I'm not the only one.....Ughh I am hating RPS for partnering with the Richmond Ballet and forcing me to give up a Friday night to watch hundreds of 4th graders dance for Minds in Motion. Literally my definition of one of Dante's rings of h

Zion Terry, an 18-year-old honor student from John Marshall High School, was recognized by the Richmond School Board weeks before his tragic death in a domestic violence shooting. He was set to graduate third in his class and had aspirations of becoming a nurse.

Virginia marks the 75th anniversary of a significant student walkout in Prince Edward County that challenged school segregation. This act of bravery contributed to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling, which transformed educational equality in the United States.

Two Mecklenburg County Public Schools administrators are being investigated in connection with allegations of embezzling roughly $130,000 in school funds when making personal purchases.

Hi All! This Saturday is the 16th annual 5k fun run to remember the life of Anna Wright, an Ashland local who passed away during her senior year of college in 2010. Bring the friends and family, both 4 legged and 2 legged, for a fun spring morning with a 5k fun run in Ashland. This fun run helps

A dedicated Louisa County teacher completed a grueling 107-mile run in over 27 hours to raise funds for student scholarships. This remarkable feat highlights her commitment to supporting education in her community.

A U.S. appeals court has ruled that Texas can require the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, a decision that has sparked controversy over the separation of church and state. This ruling may influence similar laws in other states, despite opposition from civil liberties groups.

The weekly academic challenge 'Battle of the Brains' features teams from Ocean Lakes High School and Princess Anne High School. The show airs Saturdays at 10 a.m. on WTVR CBS 6 and is available on the CBS 6 Streaming App.

A new Virginia law enables parents of students with disabilities to serve as their child's service dog handler in public schools. This change follows advocacy from a local family, ensuring better access to support for students like Charlie Kreitz, who has autism and a panic disorder.

I just want to know how soon after acceptance were you required to submit your drug test. Thanks! :) Edit: acceptance into the nursing school

Hello! I’m graduating soon from community college and was looking for recommendations for restaurants can be accommodating to a group of 8. I rarely go out for dinner like this so im unsure what’s good in the area. More than likely I would have to make a reservation which is fine. I hoping to find

[Link: https://i.redd.it/cd4k1mew8lwg1.jpeg] I took quite a bit of dual enrolled classes in high school (about 44 credits), so for almost all of my first year classes I should be taking higher courses such as organic chem, stats, etc. I have already contacted the 2nd year+ advisor for my major, and

Hi everyone, I’m an incoming freshman at VCU planning to major in chemistry. I scored a 4 on the AP Chem exam, so I have credit, but my high school teacher recommended that I retake Chem 101 in college to build a stronger foundation. I’m a little confused about the placement test. Do I still need to

Hello. Interested in working in RPS but have struggled for years in applying and getting a position. Ive got years of tutoring experience in school in elementary and middle schools in the area. I also have a lot of summer camps and other such jobs like little scholars. Just got rejected for a job at

Hey I’m a female freshman at vcu and was wondering if there are any dating functions around here like speed dating or any good ways to meet singles! (Preferably Christian). Thanks!

Current nvcc computer science major. For those of you who started at nvcc and later transfered to VCU what advice would you give in order to do the same?

Thanks!

A professor told me that he grades off an "immeasurable" amount of factors. Can professors really just grade off of anything? Is that actually allowed?

Anyone have 1-3 extra tickets for May graduation? Many thanks!!!

Two former employees of a Richmond Montessori School had their cases dismissed in court after a toddler under their care wandered into traffic in 2024. The incident raised concerns about child safety in educational settings.

[Link: https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2026/04/20/richmond-speed-camera-data-dangerous-roads?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter_axioslocal_richmond&stream=top] **Richmond's fastest school** zone drivers reached at least 70 mph on some of the city's busie

A Louisa County high school teacher is running over 100 miles to raise scholarship money for students at her school.

[Link: https://i.redd.it/i3weawz8ffwg1.jpeg] If anyone has extra tickets to the vcuarts graduation on May 8th PLEASE dm me! im willing to pay in swipes 🤫

i’m gonna be coming to vcu for fall 2026 as a freshman and i know the website says that class registration for incoming students opens on may 1st, but my friend who’s also going says that it’s open now? i went on eservices and it says that fall 2026 is open for class registration. my friend showed m

Teachers at Bellwood Elementary School are concerned about a shift away from the traditional 12-month pay model, which could leave them without pay in July. Additionally, they report that their health insurance costs will triple during this 'gap month.'

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hey! i’m a incoming freshman from out of state. i have a car that i was planning on taking with me so i could travel back home for breaks, appointments, and to drive around the city, but i’ve come to find out that vcu has strict restrictions for freshman’s. i was just wondering if my accommodations