Here are highlights from the April 14 meeting of the School Board. Full presentations and a video of the meeting are available on BoardDocs.
Work session presentations
Administrative appointments
Megan Rihn-Smith was named principal of Matoaca High, effective July 1. She is currently assistant principal at Patrick Henry High School.
Awards and recognitions
The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Group on Education was recognized.
Recognized for their accomplishments were the Monacan High girls swim team and five high school yearbooks.
Recognizing staff members
The board recognized Sheila Pope as the school system’s School Social Worker of the Year, recognized Jessica Sanchez of James River High for being named Virginia’s winner of the Outstanding Speech and Debate Educator Award and recognized Dr. Amanda Voelker and Dr. Randi Smith for their achievements in Virginia’s Principals of Distinction program.
These bus drivers were recognized for outstanding service:
These food service employees were recognized for outstanding service.
The School Board recognized Hope Point Church.
Board actions
The consent agenda was approved as presented. Memos of interest included:
Reaffirmation of School Board code of conduct and governance handbook
Resolution recognizing schools for supporting military service members
The board approved the 2026-27 local special education annual plan.
Board discussion
The board received a memo about naming the west area high school, which is scheduled to open in August 2027.
Superintendent’s report
The superintendent’s report included a meaningful moments video about mentors at Carver Middle School; an update about state legislation; information about upcoming events; and information about Bellwood Elementary’s transition from a year-round calendar to a traditional calendar for the 2026-27 school year.
Items for review
At each meeting, a number of items are shared with the School Board for review and for public consumption. These do not require action on the board’s part. This month’s packet included:
Magisterial district improvement funds FY 2026
February 2026 budget change request summary across categories
Board committee reports
February 2026 prekindergarten update
Quarterly budget review FY 2026
Proposed 2026-27 evaluation schedule
Attendance zone adjustment