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Stafford Narrowly Approves $2.95M Warehouse Purchase Despite Pushback

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STAFFORD, Va. – The Stafford County Board of Supervisors narrowly approved a $2.95 million warehouse purchase on Blackjack Road, siding with school officials who say the facility is essential to meet the district’s growing infrastructure needs—despite concerns from some supervisors who argued the deal was rushed and overpriced.

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Stafford County Shines a Spotlight on Top Educators and Staff at 2025 Gold Star Gala

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Tracey Watterson of Colonial Forge High School, honored as the 2025 Teacher of the Year, poses with district leaders at the Gold Star Gala in recognition of her exceptional dedication to students. [Photo: Stafford County Public Schools]

STAFFORD, Va. – Stafford County Public Schools rolled out the red carpet on Thursday night to honor its top educators and staff members at the 2025 Gold Star Gala. The annual event recognizes employees across a wide range of roles who help students succeed every day.

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A New Drew Middle School Is One Step Closer to Reality

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STAFFORD, Va. – The Stafford County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to spend $2.5 million on land for the long-awaited rebuild of Drew Middle School.

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PWCS to Host Second Annual Sports Fair May 10 to Inspire Future Student-Athletes

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PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) will host its second annual Sports Fair on Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kelly Leadership Center, located at 14715 Bristow Road, at Independent Hill.

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Stafford’s Class of 2025 Gears Up for Graduation After Celebrating Decision Day

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STAFFORD, Va. – The Class of 2025 is stepping into their future with confidence and pride. Today we celebrate all the paths ahead—college, military, and career.

Stafford County Public Schools kicked off May with a celebration of Decision Day, honoring graduating seniors for their post-high school plans. Whether students are preparing for college, entering the workforce, or enlisting in the military, the day recognizes the many routes seniors will take after graduation.

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Germanna Names Interim College President

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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – The Virginia Community College System has appointed Dr. Van Wilson as the interim president of Germanna Community College, effective July 1, 2025. He most recently served as interim president of Brightpoint Community College in Chester, formerly John Tyler Community College.

Dr. Wilson will succeed Dr. Janet Gullickson, who announced her retirement last year and is stepping down after eight years as Germanna’s president.

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Stafford School Officials Seek Approval to Buy Warehouse Property for Training, Storage

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STAFFORD, Va. — Stafford County Public Schools officials are asking the Board of Supervisors to approve a $2.95 million property purchase for warehouse and training space currently used by the school division.

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Germanna Launches Community Survey to Help Shape Presidential Search

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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — Germanna Community College is inviting students, employees, alumni, and the broader community to weigh in as it begins the search for its next president.

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Manassas — Michele Hupman Named 2025 Principal of the Year for Manassas City Public Schools

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Michele Hupman, Principal of Weems Elementary School, has been named the 2025 Washington Post Principal of the Year for Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS). The award was announced on April 24, 2025, and honors principals who demonstrate exceptional leadership and create impactful learning environments. Hupman has served as principal at Weems since 2022 and is recognized for improving student outcomes and school culture.

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