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First-round playoff matchups set for area high school football teams

(WSET) — The road to the state championships begins Friday as high school football teams across Central and Southwest Virginia open the playoffs. Here’s a look at our area’s first-round pairings and who each team will face. Some of the brackets are not finalized. We will update...

Virginia · 4d
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The News-Gazette

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Cougars Drop ‘Cats, 34-12

The Rockbridge County High School football team concluded its season with a 34-12 road loss to Shenandoah District rival Alleghany on Friday night at Casey Field in Covington. With the loss, the Wildcats completed their second consecutive winless season, going 0-10 overall and 0-8 district. Dating back to the start of last fall, the Wildcats have lost 20 games in a row.

Rockbridge County, VA · 3d
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Harrisonburg principal shaves head for students after absentee rate drops

HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) -Stone Spring Elementary School Principal Norris Bunn followed through on his promise to shave his head after students successfully reduced absences at the school. According to Bunn, the school had seen 11% of students suffering from chronic absenteeism back in 2025. However, he said this competition helped...

Harrisonburg, VA · 4d
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Varsity Football Prepares to Host First Playoff Game in 45 Years

The varsity football season has flown by, with the Flucos going 9-1 in the season and hosting their first playoff game in 45 years. The Flucos will face the East Rockingham Eagles at Fluvanna on Nov. 13 at 7:00 p.m., aiming to leave on a high note. FCHS varsity football...

Elkton, VA · 4d
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texasmetronews.com

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HBCU LOVE: UNCF November 2026: Nationwide Giving & HBCU Scholarships

WASHINGTON — UNCF November 2026 fundraising and community initiatives will bring together alumni, businesses, faith organizations and education supporters nationwide to expand college opportunities and strengthen historically Black colleges and universities. As Americans enter a season traditionally associated with gratitude, generosity and service, the United Negro College Fund is...

Virginia · 2d

The 74

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Virginia Report Reveals Gaps in Access to Career and Technical Education

Virginia’s career and technical education review found regional disparities in access to courses and credentials, according to a state report released Oct. 1. State agencies recommend expanding credentials in underserved areas, prioritizing high-demand fields, strengthening employer partnerships, and improving data transparency to better align student training with workforce needs. During the last legislative session, the […]

Virginia · 3d

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Proposed tax hikes for school construction meet mixed results across Virginia

Earlier this year, Virginia’s General Assembly passed a budgetthat allowed Virginia’s localities to put tax referendums on the ballot. Voters in 47 localities across the commonwealth had an optional sales tax referendum to help fund school capital projects, including new construction and renovations. In last week’s election, 15...

Virginia · 3d

Raleigh News & Observer

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Why NC public schools close on Veterans Day while some neighbors stay open

Veterans Day is a required school holiday for North Carolina’s 1.5 million public school students, but students in some neighboring states will have a regular school day Wednesday. A longstanding state law makes North Carolina’s approach different from Virginia and South Carolina. FULL STORY: Why public schools are closed on Veterans Day in NC, but not in some states Here are key takeaways: State law requires it. Veterans Day is the only holiday under North Carolina statute that requires public schools to close. Classes can be held on other holidays like Presidents’ Day and Memorial Day, though many districts schedule teacher workdays then. The law only applies to traditional-calendar schools, but charter schools usually also close on Veterans Day. No school on Sundays. State law also bars public schools from holding classes on Sundays. Neighboring states differ. Virginia and South Carolina allow classes on Veterans Day. South Carolina law requires at least one hour of instruction honoring veterans, with schools that close observing the holiday the next day. Observances still happen. North Carolina schools typically hold events honoring veterans around the holiday, and state law designates November as Veterans’ History Awareness Month. A large veteran population. North Carolina was home

North Carolina · 3d

thewesternhemisphere.org

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New Grading Policy Leaves Students Frustrated

The new grading policy is among the many new policies being implemented in the 2026-2027 school year. The new grading policy contains rules regarding what teachers can assign and how the students’ grades will be weighted. The original grading policy was changed in 2020 with the superintendent at the time, and the Office of Instruction and Strategic Planning worked on the grading policy and grading handbook. The handbook at the time did not outline the policies very clearly, and schools were implementing them themselves.

Albemarle County, VA · 3d

Cardinal News

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First batch of VHSL football playoff pairings for 2026 announced

These are the pairings based on Friday night's games, with more games coming Saturday in other regions. The post First batch of VHSL football playoff pairings for 2026 announced appeared first on Cardinal News .

Virginia · 6d

WHSV

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VHSL region volleyball semifinals scores and highlights: Nov. 9, 2026

(WHSV) - The high school volleyball region tournaments continued Monday night. Monday’s highlights feature the VHSL Region 3C semifinals between Wilson Memorial at Turner Ashby. Scores from all the games are listed below. Home team is listed second with the winning team in bold. VHSL Region 3C. Semifinals. (4)...

Bridgewater, VA · 3d

rocktownnow.com

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Rockingham County School Board approves Massanutten Technical Center admission requirements

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Rockingham County School Board approved the proposed Massanutten Technical Center (MTC) admission requirements for the one-year EMT, Fire & Rescue, and Health Careers programs, as well as all second-year programs during last night’s meeting. School Superintendent Dr. Larry Shifflett recommended the...

Rockingham County, VA · 3d

WHSV

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VHSL, WVSSAC releases first round high school football playoff matchups

(WHSV) - Get ready for high school playoff football across the Shenandoah Valley and Potomac Highlands. The Virginia High School League and West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission released their playoff brackets for the high school football playoffs Saturday afternoon. Eleven teams from the Shenandoah Valley will begin their quest...

Virginia · 5d

vpm.org

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Proposed tax hikes for school construction meet mixed results across Virginia

Earlier this year, Virginia’s General Assembly passed a budget that allowed Virginia’s localities to put tax referendums on the ballot. Voters in 47 localities across the commonwealth had an optional sales tax referendum to help fund school capital projects, including new construction and renovations. In last week’s election,...

Virginia · 3d

The 74

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Secretary of Education Says Virginia Will ‘Move the Achievement Needle Forward’

Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s administration is focused on early education and college and career readiness, two of several academic priorities ahead of the state’s next legislative session. Starting in January, the executive branch and lawmakers are expected to discuss a slate of K-12 topics, including school technology, expanding career and technical education and preparing children under […]

Virginia · 5d

MilitaryTimes

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More schools than ever earn spot in Military Times’ 2026 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings

370 colleges and universities are recognized this year as campuses adapt to a growing, changing military-connected student body. ARLINGTON, VA., November 9, 2026 – Military Times today released its 2026 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings, recognizing 370 colleges and universities across all 50 states for their commitment to service members, veterans and military families. That’s up from 357 schools last year, a sign that more institutions than ever are making support for military-connected students a priority.

Virginia · 4d

BroBible

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Virginia High School Football Game Ends Early With Major Controversy On Dirty Tackle That Injured Quarterback

Woodberry Forest was declared as the winners of the high school football game against St. Michael in Virginia on Friday night. There were still 84 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter when the officials called for an early stoppage due to a violent hit to the head that required the quarterback to leave the field […] The post Virginia High School Football Game Ends Early With Major Controversy On Dirty Tackle That Injured Quarterback appeared first on BroBible.

Woodberry Forest, VA · 6d

WFXR

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Rockbridge County student detained, accused of posting online threats

ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – A Rockbridge County middle school student was detained after allegedly posting threats on social media Thursday, according to Rockbridge County Public Schools. The posts have sparked concern among students, families and the community, Rockbridge County schools said. District representatives said they immediately notified the Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office. The student […]

Rockbridge County, VA · 6d

WSLS

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VHSL Cross Country Championships: Parry McCluer boys, Auburn girls claim titles

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – Champions were crowned at the Virginia High School League cross country state championships, with several local athletes and teams delivering standout performances across the classifications. Classes 1-3 competed at Green Hill Park, while Classes 4-6 held their championships in Leesburg. In Class 2 girls, Radford,...

Virginia · 5d