After months-long lull, RPS is reviving its Vacant Property Committee
“The city has tried to pull a fast one a time or two. We have to be really adamant about the value of these properties and the money the School Board receives for them.”
Education
Charter schools get a frosty reception at School Board candidate forum — except in the 4th District
Charters remain controversial in Virginia, where school boards have the power to block their creation.
School Board forum set for Monday night
Candidates will be split into two groups.
RPS is sending multiple properties to Parks and Rec. Here’s why.
Taking the properties off school rolls will allow improvements the cash-strapped schools feel they cannot fund.
School board debates whether RPS should be required to provide unpaid leave for union leaders
After the high-profile firing of the Richmond teachers union president in June, the School Board is weighing whether the division should automatically grant labor leaders up to one year of unpaid leave for union management.
Superintendent Jason Kamras’ administration has said it opposes the move, which would require the district
UPDATE: Richmond Alternative School renamed to Richmond Success Academy
Tonight: Should the School Board rename the Richmond Alternative School the Richmond Success Academy or the Richmond Academy of Excellence? (And why isn't Rizz Academy on the list?)
Richmond School Board takes vote on limiting discussion
Supporters said the issue isn’t a new one, noting meetings that begin at 6 p.m. have routinely stretched beyond 10 p.m.
