Education

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A Love of Learning

Local librarians share their experiences on helping kids learn about the world on every page.
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VBR Life 2024: Education

Learn more about top-notch education throughout Virginia's Blue Ridge, including Botetourt, Franklin and Roanoke counties, Roanoke City and Salem.
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The Student Becomes the Teacher

Meet four teachers who owe it all to their incredible mentors.
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Building Community Trust

Student resource officers play a critical role in schools— and not just for protection.
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A Vital Teacher Pipeline

Schools continue to bring in new talent thanks to the Virginia Department of Education’s Career Switcher Program.
Botetourt County Public Schools classroom.

VBR Life 2023: Education

Learn more about award-winning education throughout Virginia's Blue Ridge, including Botetourt, Franklin and Roanoke counties, Roanoke City and Salem.
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Leadership Under Unusual Circumstances

Meet Botetourt County Public Schools superintendent Dr. Jonathan Russ.
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Read This!

Melrose library associate Antinette Beane shares her favorite books for kids.
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Surviving and Thriving

Four first-year teachers share their experience of an unusual year.
A Roanoke City Public Schools student uses her computer to complete an in-class assignment.

Collaboration, Compassion and Creativity

How students and teachers are overcoming the obstacles of COVID-19 for education in Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

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Ask the Experts: Homes

Local homes experts tackle your questions on finances, building and remodeling and more.

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Living with Kid Art

Get great tips on how to display your kids’ artwork at home.