Plus: Clear bag policies become the norm for school events, Liberty University launches new NROTC program and registration is open for LIFE@Lynchburg.
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Extra Credit: Washington & Lee expands free tuition program
Plus: Emory & Henry welcomes its largest class ever, Roanoke County Public Schools wants feedback on its strategic plan and Roanoke College launches a leadership program.
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Extra Credit: Python believed to have started Bedford County School fire
Plus: Roanoke’s superintendent enjoys her last first day, along with school improvement news from Roanoke and Tazewell counties.
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Extra Credit: Appalachian School of Law welcomes largest incoming class in 15 years
Plus: A new Lynchburg mentorship project seeks volunteers, and students will be able to take the SAT during the school day.
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Extra Credit: Virginia looks to overhaul annual standardized tests
Plus: The new head of the nation’s largest teachers union got her start in Louisa County, and free school supply events are being held across the region.
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Extra Credit: Sweet Briar College raises $14 million, surpassing 125th anniversary fundraising goal
Plus: Roanoke College launches three-year cannabis studies program, Virginia Tech continues search for its next president and more.
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Extra Credit: First day of school is on the horizon for Virginia students
Plus: Bedford adopts clear-bag policy for athletic events, Verizon gives away free backpacks, science lab coming to higher ed center.
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Extra Credit: Study says Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center generates $30 million annually for local economy
Plus: A new leader takes the helm of the Virginia Early Childhood Foundation and the University of Lynchburg plans for a days-long power outage.
