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Education Matters

Education Matters

Written by: WHRO Public Media
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 In-depth insights into pivotal issues shaping our schools and our children's future. Engage in interactive discussions with regional Virginia superintendents and participate in live Q and A segments addressing concerns relevant to families like yours.2025 WHRO Public Media
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  • Education Matters: Gloucester County Public Schools

    Education Matters: Gloucester County Public Schools
    Feb 17 2026
    On this edition of Education Matters, Dr. Anthony Vladu, Superintendent of the Gloucester County Public Schools, joins Dr. Barry Graham. Dr. Vladu assumed head of the division in 2023 after serving in the military, and after beginning a career in education as a classroom teacher, school principal, and division administrator. They discuss the state of Gloucester's schools now, what initiatives are being implemented to ensure student success, and what's included in the newest budget. Gloucester County Public Schools are a member of HRETA, which holds the license for WHRO.
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  • Education Matters: Williamsburg James City County

    Education Matters: Williamsburg James City County
    Sep 24 2025
    On this edition of Education Matters, Dr. Daniel Keever, Superintendent of the Williamsburg James City County Schools discusses how the unique jointly run system is moving forward after it briefly talked of dissolving. Also, what is the division doing to address absenteeism, teacher recruitment, and new History SOLS? Dr. Keever discusses his vision for the division on Education Matters. Williamsburg James City County Schools are a member of HRETA, which holds the license for WHRO.
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  • Education Matters: Hampton

    Education Matters: Hampton
    Jul 9 2025
    Dr. John Caggiano is the Deputy Superindendent of Hampton City Schools. He also serves as the Chief of Staff for the divison - and on this installment of Education Matters, we speak with him about how parents can keep their children engaged in learning over summer break, the impact of Hampton Schools Academies on college and career readiness, and the statewide award the division won for its unique instructional toolkit. Hampton City Public Schools are a member of HRETA, which holds the license for WHRO.
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