Education
- Family Life Education Curriculum Canceled in Fairfax
At its meeting on March 13, 2025, the Fairfax County School Board surprised the community when it terminated the controversial Family Life Education Curriculum Advisory Committee as a School Board advisor group.
- Abigail Spanberger, a Socialist who aligns herself with Radicals Anti-Israel
Abigail Spanberger is the Democratic candidate for Governor of Virginia.
- DOJ steps into Loudoun locker-room case as boys' families say they were suspended for speaking up
Then-Acting AG Todd Blanche says DOJ moved to intervene in a Loudoun lawsuit by families whose sons say they were suspended after a locker-room objection.
- The Loudoun timeline the establishment got wrong, 2021 to 2026
From the Stone Bridge assault to DOJ's 2026 report: a Loudoun timeline, and what the people in charge got wrong at each step.
- Real Estate Investor Richard Spurzem Funds ActBlue Virginia With $2,500 Donation
Richard Spurzem, a Charlottesville real estate investor and owner of Neighborhood Properties Inc., recently directed $2,500 through ActBlue Virginia to support a Virginia candidate.
- Republicans Urged to Step Up for 2027 Virginia Elections
The Prince William County Republican Committee has issued a call to action for Republicans interested in public service ahead of the 2027 election cycle.
- Loudoun County Schools Push Gender Ideology in New Proclamation
Loudoun County Public Schools recently issued a proclamation recognizing October 2026 as LGBTQ+ History Month.
- Elizabeth Jenks Donation Bolsters Democratic Efforts in Virginia
Elizabeth Jenks contributed $25,000 to Defend Virginia's Sons and Daughters, Inc. on August 28, 2026.
- Ted Quinn Backs Former Democrat Mugler with $2,500 Donation
Ted Quinn of Hampton recently donated $2,500 to the campaign of Martha Mugler for Hampton City Council.
- Nora Munkh Donates $2,500 to Martha Mugler Council Campaign
Nora Munkh contributed $2,500 to the Mugler for Council committee on August 27, 2026.
- Parents can now see the FBI files opened on them. Here's what Virginians should ask for
DOJ says parents can review FBI files opened under the Garland memo.
- Fairfax Schools Prioritize Muslim Sensitivities Over 9/11 Heroes in New Guide
Fairfax County Public Schools has released a six-page instructional guide titled “25th Anniversary and Commemoration of 9/11” that allocates roughly half its content to creating safe spaces for Muslim and Middle Eastern students.
- Charlottesville City School Board School Board Member Condemns City Budget Mismanagement
She described the handling of funds as disgraceful in statements shared widely in the community.
- Adam Sanderson Contributes to ActBlue Virginia PAC
Adam Sanderson made a donation of $2,500 on August 24, 2026, to ActBlue Virginia.
- Tram Nguyen Fuels ActBlue Efforts with $2,500 Contribution
Tram Nguyen, co-executive director of Virginia New Majority, contributed $2,500 to ActBlue Virginia on August 26, 2026.
- Telecom Executive Matthew Desch Funds Democratic PAC in Virginia
Matthew Desch, chief executive of Iridium Communications, contributed $5,000 to ActBlue Virginia on August 20, 2026.
- Richmond Business Leader Kenneth Johnson Contributes $5,000 to ActBlue Virginia
Kenneth Johnson, president and CEO of JMI in Richmond, made a $5,000 donation to ActBlue Virginia on August 6, 2026.
- Virginia Architect Eugene Stoltzfus Funds Democratic PAC with $10,000 Donation
Eugene Stoltzfus, an architect based in Keezletown, Virginia, donated $10,000 to ActBlue Virginia on July 23, 2026.
- Fairfax County Public Schools tells registrars to destroy student identification documents
Fairfax County Public Schools has issued new guidelines to school registrars.
- Cost of Democrat Supported Carbon Tax Exceeds $500 Million per Year
According to the latest tax on carbon imposed on member states
- ACLU tries to remove transgender sports case on Supreme Court docket
The American Civil Liberties Union has asked the Supreme Court to dismiss this week a case that the justices will hear in their next term regarding a Transgender Sports Law.
- Virginia Beach Referendum about Local Election System on Ballot
Virginia Beach voters are expected to decide on November whether or not they want to change the system for electing local officials.
- Virginia House Advances HB171 to Enhance Student Protections Against Modern Digital Dangers
RICHMOND, Va. – In a decisive vote reflecting broad support for safeguarding young students in an increasingly digital world, the Virginia House of Delegates passed HB171 on January 27, 2026, by a margin of 75-24.
- Virginia House Bill 814 Risks Dividing Schools Along Racial Lines
Conservative lawmakers and parents raise alarms over a new advisory board that prioritizes identity groups over unified academic excellence in the Commonwealth's education system.
- School Sales-Tax Option May Need Legislative Repair Before Bond Clocks Run Out
Delegates flag sunset and use-of-funds gaps as dozens of localities place 1% school construction taxes on the November ballot.
- Railroad Executive James Hixon Funds Democrat Council Bid
James Hixon of Virginia Beach contributed $2,500 on August 26, 2026, to the Mugler for Council committee supporting Martha Mugler in her Virginia local race.
- Spanberger Silently Undermines Protections for Female Athletes
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has quietly withdrawn proposed regulations that would have barred biological males from competing in girls' sports and accessing female-only facilities such as locker rooms and bathrooms.
- Budget Amendment Switches Bonus from Percentage to $1,500 Flat Amount
A Virginia budget amendment converts Governor Youngkin’s proposed 2 percent bonus for teachers and state employees into a flat $1,500 payment.
- Fairlead Integrated Funds PAC Backing Virginia Democrats with Troubling Records
Fairlead Integrated LLC, a Portsmouth-based veteran-owned company specializing in maritime and defense solutions, recently contributed $10,000 to the Hampton Roads Business Roundtable PAC.
- Virginia Businesswoman Vicki Freeman Contributes $2,500 to Newport News Councilman Campaign
Vicki Freeman contributed $2,500 to the campaign of John Eley, a candidate for Newport News City Council in Virginia. The donation occurred on April 24, 2026.
- Arlington Voters Demand Action on Gunston Montessori Renovation
The parent emphasized that 77 percent of voters had backed the project. This approval came with expectations for a full renovation including necessary facilities.
- Arlington Parent Questions Costly School Project Amid Overcrowding Risks
Fiscal Responsibility in Education Spending Wellner challenged the decision to allocate $142 million to a facility already facing capacity problems. She pointed out that spending this amount on a school that starts over capacity does not align with sound planning principles.
- Prince William County Schools Pushes $2.9 Billion Budget Amid Declining Enrollment
Prince William County taxpayers are facing a staggering financial burden as the local public school system pushes forward with a massive proposed budget of nearly three billion dollars. The fiscal year 2027 budget demands a record county transfer of over one billion dollars, representing a massive jump of nearly thirteen percent from the previous year.
- Virginia Democrats Push $714 Million State Employee Pay Raise Funded by New Taxes
As Virginia lawmakers finalize the massive budget for the upcoming 2026-2028 biennium, fiscal conservatives are raising urgent alarms over a reckless expansion in permanent state spending. Governor Abigail Spanberger and Democratic legislative leaders have agreed to a 3.5 percent across-the-board pay bump for state employees, which will cost hardworking taxpayers an estimated $714 million.
- Prince William County’s FY2027 Budget Explodes with $33.7 Million in Government Pay Hikes
The Prince William County government is pushing forward with an alarming FY2027 budget that significantly expands the size and cost of the local bureaucracy. Taxpayers are now facing a staggering fifteen percent overall increase in the total funds budget compared to the previous fiscal year.
- Loudoun County Approves Bloated $5.4 Billion Budget Amid Conservative Calls for Tax Relief
The Loudoun County government has officially approved a staggering $5.4 billion budget, raising serious concerns among fiscal conservatives about runaway spending and the expanding financial burden placed on local taxpayers. Despite promises of fiscal restraint, this massive allocation of funds demonstrates a continued reliance on taxpayer dollars to fund an ever-growing local bureaucracy.
- Fairfax County’s FY2027 Budget Exposes a Troubling Pattern of Taxpayer Abuse and Overspending
Fairfax County homeowners are facing yet another severe increase in their financial burden as the Board of Supervisors recently advanced the controversial Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Despite a highly publicized but mathematically insignificant quarter-cent reduction in the real estate tax rate, the average residential tax bill will actually surge by over three hundred dollars.
- Prince William County Approves Massive $1.1 Billion School Transfer Amid Spending Concerns
Prince William County taxpayers are facing a staggering financial burden as local officials push forward a massive $1.1 billion transfer to the public school system. This unprecedented funding represents a 12.5 percent increase over the previous year, adding an additional $123.5 million in spending to an already bloated budget.
- Historic $1.1 Billion School Transfer Raises Conservative Concerns Over Runaway Spending in Prince William County
Prince William County taxpayers are facing a monumental financial burden following the approval of a historic one billion dollar transfer to the local public school system. The upcoming FY2027 budget features a staggering 12.5 percent increase from the previous fiscal year, adding 123.5 million dollars in new spending.
- Law Firm Williams Mullen Clark & Dobbins Backs Spanberger PAC with $10,000 Donation
Williams Mullen Clark & Dobbins donated $10,000 to United for Virginia’s Future PAC on August 3, 2026. The contribution supports the Democratic leadership PAC founded by Abigail Spanberger.
- Franklin City School Board Faces Urgent Budget Deadline to Prevent Spending Freeze
The Pressure to Act on the Budget The meeting centered on recommendations to vote on the proposed budget right away to avoid disruptions. A speaker emphasized that without approval the district would lack the ability to proceed with planned expenditures.
- EMF Dangers Ignored Near Data Centers Threaten Community Safety
Scarato explained that these electromagnetic field exposures occur near areas where children may play or attend school. Data from her recording device showed values up to 1.98 on the scale displayed during the presentation.
- Fairfax School Board Member Highlights Youth Protection Priorities
She presented remarks emphasizing the role of families, schools, and staff in supporting youth within the district. This discussion occurred amid broader conversations about school environments and student well-being in Fairfax County Public Schools.
- Fiscal Mismanagement Threatens Franklin City Schools
Unexpected capital repairs played a central role in pushing the budget into deficit territory. These repairs were not anticipated in the original fiscal planning and required immediate attention to maintain school operations.
- Mateo Dunne Pushes for Simpler Calendar to Ease Family Burdens
Dunne argues that the existing setup functions as a headache for parents who must navigate multiple layers of information. Families value straightforward tools that allow them to focus on their children’s education without added complications.
- Accountability Demanded for Loudoun Mental Health Spending
The Loudoun County School Board currently includes members who represent various districts across the county. Amy Riccardi serves as one of those members and has focused her remarks on the need for clear justification of the additional funds.
- Arlington Schools Crisis Demands Swift Action
The public comment session at the Arlington County School Board meeting brought these concerns into focus. Conditions in the school are described as falling apart in key ways.
- Fairfax County School Board Faces Call to Prioritize Critical Thinking Over Classroom Screens
The speaker highlighted how screens are failing to deliver promised educational benefits and instead may be undermining essential skills like critical thinking and personal resilience. This presentation drew attention to the need for evidence-based approaches in education policy within the county’s public schools.
- Fairfax School Board Member Cited for Phone Use While Driving
The Fairfax County Public Schools Board oversees one of the largest public education systems in the United States. Board member Karl Frisch represents the Providence District on this 12-member panel.
- Prince William County FY2027 Budget: Essential Hires Must Not Mask Billion-Dollar Spending Spree
The Prince William County Board of Supervisors recently advanced the fiscal year 2027 budget, which includes funding for 85 new public safety positions and 59 new teacher assistants. While supporting law enforcement and assisting students with disabilities represent core community values, the staggering financial footprint of this budget raises serious concerns for fiscal conservatives.