<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2XxloS_1EBf9GaE00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2XxloS_1EBf9GaE00" width="1510" height="1214" ><figcaption>SCPS School Board Chair Roxanne Marr-Shears, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Giron Wooden, and Board Member Faye Perkins at Conference</figcaption></figure>On July 16, 2026, representatives from Surry County Public Schools joined other education leaders from across the state in Virginia Beach at the Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) 41st Annual Conference on Education.The annual Conference, one of VSBA’s premier professional development events, provides educational leaders with an opportunity to learn from one another, strengthen professional networks, and bring new ideas back to their local communities.Surry County School Board Chair Roxanne Marr-Shears, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Giron Wooden, and Board member Faye Perkins attended, and participated in opportunities to learn from other educational leaders, exchange ideas with colleagues from across the Commonwealth, and explore innovative approaches to strengthening public education and improving student outcomes.One of the most distinctive features of the conference - Mini Roundtable Discussions – has been a tradition of the annual event for more than four decades. These interactive sessions brought together participants and educational experts in small-group settings to discuss current issues facing public schools, share successful practices, and engage in meaningful conversations about the future of education in Virginia.Dr. Jeff Smith, Virginia Secretary of Education, delivered greetings on behalf of Governor Abigail Spanberger and welcomed attendees, emphasizing the importance of strong partnerships among educators, school boards, families, and communities in supporting student success across the Commonwealth.Keynote speaker Dr. Phil Gore, a nationally recognized author, researcher, and leadership expert, challenged participants to think differently about leadership, organizational culture, and the role innovation plays in preparing students for an ever-changing future.Participants also heard from Madeline Duffy, Virginia’s 2027 Teacher of the Year who is a special education teacher and dropout prevention coordinator with Nottoway County Public Schools. She shared experiences working with students and reflections on the impact educators have in helping students reach their full potential.Attendees also participated in breakout sessions featuring innovative programs and successful initiatives from school divisions throughout the Virginia on topics including board governance, workforce readiness, student engagement, community partnerships, school leadership, and strategies to improve student achievement.“This year's conference was extremely beneficial and informative,” said Marr-Shears afterward. “ From the workshops to the speakers, including the Secretary of Education, Dr. Jeffrey O. Smith, the emphasis was placed on supporting our students. It is clear VSBA strategically designed this year's conference to empower school board members and superintendents to do what is best for the school divisions we serve.”</div></body>

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On July 16, 2026, representatives from Surry County Public Schools joined other education leaders from across the state in Virginia Beach at the Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) 41st Annual Conference on Education. The annual Conference, one of VSBA’s premier professional development events, provides educational leaders with an opportunity to...

SCPS Education Leaders Attend VSBA’s 41st Annual Conference

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On July 16, 2026, representatives from Surry County Public Schools joined other education leaders from across the state in Virginia Beach at the Virginia S

SCPS Education Leaders Attend VSBA’s 41st Annual Conference

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