Baron Braswell’s mother says every act of teen violence impacts the community.
WATCH: Gwen Martinez talk about the pain of losing a son to teen violence
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WATCH: Dr. Mitchell addresses teen violence at Baron Braswell run in Spotsy
“Under my leadership we’re not going to tolerate any acts of violence in our schools.”
UMW’s new Academy of Technology and Innovation offers a learning lab for area students
The ATI program, housed at UMW’s Stafford campus, specializes in creating personalized opportunities and pathways for high school students.
Seven arrests made in threats involving Spotsylvania County schools
School and law enforcement officials released a joint statement informing the community about recent threats.
Fredericksburg-area superintendents work out solutions at career readiness forum
School leaders from across region discussed work-based learning for students.
Loaded gun found in 6-year-old student’s backpack at Orange Elementary School
A press release from the Sheriff’s Office says there have been no arrests and nobody was injured.
Threat scrawled in bathroom puts Spotsylvania school on alert
Officials: expect increased law enforcement presence at Courtland High School this week.
Press Rewind, Sept. 8-14
An in-depth discussion on data centers in the region and a Caroline farmer fighting the exercise of eminent domain on some of his property along the Rappahannock River are two of the top stories covered by the Free Press this past week.
Solar project unlocks a brighter future at North Stafford High School
Over 3,200 solar panels will generate nearly all of the school’s energy needs.
Stafford School Board hears pleas for funding, awards contract for new elementary school
Residents also voiced concerns over continued issues with school buses.
‘You’re all lying’: Spotsylvania School Board meeting erupts as investigation request denied
Board votes 5-2 not to pursue a third-party investigation into incident that led to the August conviction of a behavioral interventionist for striking a kindergarten student with a shoe.
City schools unveil proposed elementary school zone map
According to staff, cell phone policy being well-received by teachers, students.
Arrested Spotsylvania teacher received protective order, conviction just prior to hiring
Teacher is now facing a felony charge of extortion in writing and a misdemeanor charge of violating a protection order.
Spotswood Elementary assistant principal facing charge of assaulting student
The alleged victim’s mother reported to the sheriff’s office that when her child returned home from school she noticed bruising on her back and ribs.
UMW president listed in Virginia 500
Paino recognized for leadership, influence.
Hoop house will help cultivate life skills at Oberle Academy
Joint venture between private school, Atlantic Builders a garden of opportunities for students.
Area football games postponed due to thunderstorms in the region
Massaponax and Courtland will now open the season Friday night against Independence and Orange, respectively.
Spotsylvania residents press Mitchell on school safety, absenteeism at first listening session
New superintendent wants to focus on the future, but at least one board member is calling for an investigation into an April incident.
Stafford school board gets update on bus routing issues
Division discusses transportation opt-in program for future school years.
‘Toy Glock’ prank leads to arrest of Caroline High School student
Student faces charges of possession of a firearm on school property and brandishing a firearm.
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