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Police Report: 5th Mall Shooting Suspect Arrested | Carjacking | Child Skateboarder Charged

Published July 16, 2024 at 1:14PM

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A fifth suspect is charged in a shooting that occurred outside Manassas Mall on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

As we reported in the link above, one of the suspected shooters was out on bond in connection to a December 2023 incident where he was charged with Reckless with a Gun Causing Permanent Serious Bodily Injury, a class 6 felony. His charges were later escalated to the Prince William County Circuit Court, where he was indicted on multiple counts, including Reckless Handling of a Firearm, Use of a Firearm in Commission of a Felony, Possession of a Firearm Under 18 Years Old, and Malicious Wounding.

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Dunk and Donations: Stafford Schools Hosts Supply Drive

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published July 12, 2024 at 4:00PM

Stafford County Schools are hosting a supply drive

Stafford County Public Schools (SCPS) is holding a supply drive on Aug. 3, and donors will get a chance to dunk an administrator.

The drive will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. at Target in Stafford Marketplace (Stafford Marketplace (1090 Stafford Market Place). SCPS Spokeswoman Sandra Osborn said the staff at Hartwood Elementary has signed up for the dunk tank.

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Giant Food partners with Stafford Schools to fight food insecurity

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published June 27, 2024 at 10:30AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:42PM

Stafford County Public Schools: Stafford County Public Schools is again partnering with Giant Food on a program to help support children facing food insecurity. From July 1 through August 1, 2024, Giant Food patrons may choose to “ROUND UP AT THE REGISTER” at the end of their grocery purchase.

Donations made during this period support school food programs. Patrons may also donate through Giant Delivers, Giant Pickup, and through FLEX points that are converted to grocery dollars.

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Stafford Begins Search for New Schools Superintendent — Again

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 26, 2024 at 9:26AM

The Stafford County School Board unanimously approved JG Consulting to search for a new Superintendent of Stafford County schools during its meeting on June 25. The firm will begin the search process later this week, pending execution of the $40,000 contract.

The School Board and JG Consulting will schedule community meetings for the community to provide input regarding the qualities required of the next superintendent. Dates will be announced later this summer.

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Stafford Schools appoints Acting Superintendent, revises budget

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published June 19, 2024 at 11:06AM

Chris R. Fulmer has been named Acting Superintendent for Stafford County Public Schools

Following the announcement of Superintendent Dr. Thomas W. Taylor’s departure from Stafford County Schools (SCPS), the School Board held a Special Called Meeting on June 18. After a closed session, the School Board voted unanimously to appoint Chris R. Fulmer as the Acting Superintendent.

On June 25, the board will meet to select a Superintendent search firm.

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Superintendent’s Last Act: Office of Student Conduct Approved in Stafford County

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 18, 2024 at 9:33AM

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Dr. Taylor leaves Stafford County Schools

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published June 17, 2024 at 4:27PM

Dr. Thomas W. Taylor will leave Stafford County Schools to join Montgomery County this fall.

Stafford County Public Schools (SCPS) has announced the departure of Superintendent Dr. Thomas W. Taylor, who has led SCPS since November 2021. Dr. Taylor will begin serving as Superintendent of Montgomery County Public Schools effective this fall. In a county-wide email, Dr. Taylor lauded accomplishments made in the schools, but also noted the county has dropped from 111 to 117 in state rankings for school funding.

During his tenure, Dr. Taylor implemented several measures aimed at improving educational outcomes, including the introduction of staffing standards and a streamlined budget focused on efficiency. SCPS saw an over 20% increase in average staff wages, as well as advancements in both diversity and gender equity in leadership positions that exceed national and state averages. Dr. Taylor also oversaw the construction of three new schools and the renovation of Edward E. Drew Middle School to accommodate the county’s growth.

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Omohundro to Lead Regional Governor’s School

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 17, 2024 at 2:29PM

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Stafford Schools Clamp Down on Cell Phones, Devices

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published June 12, 2024 at 12:34PM | Updated June 12, 2024 at 1:08PM

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The Stafford County School Board has approved amendments to its code of behavior, which outlines the use of student communication devices on school property.