VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 74 - Clarke County "JumpStart" Program
Release Date: 05/29/2025
VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 79 - A Conversation with the 2025 VSBA President, Jenny Nichols
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In this special episode of the VSBA School Board News Podcast, Executive Director Gina Patterson talks with Jenny Nichols, the 2025-2026 VSBA President and school board member from Washington County Public Schools. President Nichols shares her journey in public education and introduces her presidential theme, "Rooted in Public Education." Together, they explore what it means for school boards to stay grounded in their communities while fostering growth and innovation across Virginia. Join the conversation by sharing your story on social media using #RootedinPublicEd and celebrate how we're all...
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 78 – Bullying Prevention Month, Newport News Public Schools
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In this episode, host Gina Patterson is joined by Bridget Adams from Newport News Public Schools. They discuss how the division promotes kindness, respect, and safety through its bullying prevention initiatives during VSBA Bullying Prevention Month and throughout the year.
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 77 – Books for Bobcats
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On this episode of the VSBA School Board News Podcast, we spotlight Radford City Public Schools’ Books for Bobcats – a book bus bringing the joy of reading to students and families! Tune in to hear how the program started and the impact it made this summer.
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 76 – VAcorp’s Student Accident Coverage
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In this episode, Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by Mike Rezac, Member Experience Manager with VAcorp, to discuss the importance of student accident coverage. From everyday injuries to unexpected emergencies, learn how VAcorp helps school divisions across Virginia protect students and provide peace of mind for communities.
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 75 – Relaunching School Board U
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In Episode 75, Gina Patterson is joined by Samantha Bosserman to discuss the relaunch of VSBA’s School Board U. Tune in to learn how this revamped professional development resource supports school board members through six key learning strands, flexible session options, and three certificate tracks tailored for continuous growth and effective governance.
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 74 - Clarke County "JumpStart" Program
VSBA: School Board News
In this episode, host Gina Patterson, Executive Director of the VSBA, is joined by Clarke County Public Schools' Superintendent Dr. Rick Bolling, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Cathy Seal, and Work-Based Learning Coordinator Shaine Coleman, to discuss Clarke County's "JumpStart" Program.
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 73 - A Look at Cognia's Services
VSBA: School Board News
In this episode, host Gina Patterson, Executive Director of the VSBA, explores how Cognia supports schools and divisions in their continuous improvement efforts. Gina is joined by Dr. Myra Sawyers, Director of the Mid-Atlantic Region for Cognia, and Dr. Angela Hairston, Superintendent of Danville Public Schools, to discuss the accreditation process, assessment tools, and professional learning opportunities Cognia offers.
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 72 – VSBA Fiscal Governance Cohort
VSBA: School Board News
In this episode, VSBA Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by Dr. Michael Thornton, a retired Virginia Superintendent and one of the lead instructors for the VSBA Fiscal Governance Cohort. During the episode, Gina and Dr. Thornton discuss the importance of fiscal governance in school divisions and the upcoming VSBA Fiscal Governance Cohort starting in March 2025.
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 71 – School Board Appreciation Month with VSBA President Dr. JoWanda Rollins-Fells
VSBA: School Board News
In this episode, VSBA Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by VSBA President Dr. JoWanda Rollins-Fells for a discussion on VSBA School Board Appreciation Month. During the episode, Gina and Dr. Rollins-Fells discuss the importance of School Board Appreciation Month as well as the 2025 VSBA President’s Initiative, Champions for Impact.
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VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 70 – Petersburg City Schools Community Builders
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In this episode, Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by Dr. Brandie Lee, student and family engagement coordinator at Petersburg City Public Schools. Gina and Dr. Lee discuss Petersburg’s transformative Community Builders program, which has significantly increased community engagement by fostering connections between parents, students, and local resources.
info_outlineIn this episode, host Gina Patterson, Executive Director of the VSBA, is joined by Clarke County Public Schools' Superintendent Dr. Rick Bolling, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Cathy Seal, and Work-Based Learning Coordinator Shaine Coleman, to discuss Clarke County's "JumpStart" Program.