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State Superintendent Unveils Latest Draft History Standards

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Virginia Department of Education | January 6, 2023 Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow on Thursday delivered a draft revision of the commonwealth’s K-12 history standards to the state Board of Education. The proposed History and Social Science Standards of Learning incorporate content from earlier drafts and new content to tell a more complete story about how […]

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Several School Choice Bills Pre-Filed in Virginia Legislature

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Madison Hirneisen | January 6, 2023 (The Center Square) – Proposed education bills having to do with “parental choice” and “parental rights” could spark debate among lawmakers after the Virginia General Assembly convenes the 2023 legislative session next week.  Several education bills have been pre-filed ahead of Wednesday’s session start in Richmond. HB 1508, introduced

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With Schools Ditching Merit for Diversity, Families of High Achievers Head for the Door

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Vince Bielski | January 5, 2023 (RealClearInvestigations) — Alex Shilkrut has deep roots in Manhattan, where he has lived for 16 years, works as a physician, and sends his daughter to a public elementary school for gifted students in coveted District 2.  It’s a good life. But Shilkrut regretfully says he may leave the city,

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