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Seventh graders in Virginia just became world record holders by counting nearly 900 of the world's hottest peppers from a single plant. The farm-to-table students teamed up with a local farmer to claim a Guinness World Record that no other school on Earth can match.
Fresh off his third straight world figure skating championship, Virginia native Ilia Malinin brought a powerful message of resilience to DC area students. The 'quad god' turned Olympic setback into triumph worth sharing with the next generation.
Middle schoolers across Virginia will compete to design creative water towers in a free STEM competition that rewards engineering skills with up to $75 per student. The fourth annual event turns infrastructure education into hands-on fun while connecting kids to the water systems that serve their communities.
Undergraduates at Virginia Wesleyan University just released a peer-reviewed academic journal entirely written, edited, and managed by students themselves. The publication showcases research on everything from climate action to global policy, proving young scholars are ready to contribute to real-world conversations.
Charlottesville Middle School's Innovation Hub is revolutionizing hands-on learning by reaching all 500+ students, not just a lucky few. It's the only lab school in Virginia designed for universal access.
The University of Virginia's Engineering Student Council threw a special gala to honor undergraduate students who've made their campus community better. From teaching assistants to design team leaders, dozens of student engineers got recognized for going the extra mile.
A high school senior who created a support club for students with divorced parents just won a $50,000 leadership scholarship. Nori Carter's "the Splits" helps classmates navigate family changes, and it will continue after she graduates.
Six engineering students are advancing life-saving crash safety research thanks to scholarships honoring a beloved professor's legacy. Since 2023, Virginia Tech has awarded 23 students nearly $68,000 to study everything from helmet safety to automated vehicles.
Educators across coastal Virginia are transforming science classrooms by partnering with NASA to teach students real environmental data collection. High school students even built the weather instruments their younger peers now use for research.
G.W. Carver Elementary in Salem, Virginia earned state recognition for helping historically underserved students excel in reading and math. The school was honored even after federal budget cuts ended the national program.
Michael Sidebotham, who has led Grafton Village Elementary for 18 years, joins Virginia's first-ever Principals of Distinction class. The new statewide program recognizes school leaders who transform student achievement and school culture.
High school scientists in Prince William County are tackling everything from smartphone addiction to sepsis detection with award-winning innovations. Five grand prize projects are now headed to the international science fair in May.
A Virginia school district slashed chronic absenteeism from 31% to 12.6% in just four years while achieving its highest graduation rate ever. The U.S. Department of Education is now holding up Staunton City Schools as a national model for supporting struggling students.
High school students in Virginia's Central Blue Ridge region are learning the power of giving by deciding which nonprofits receive grant funding. This year, the Youth Philanthropy Council distributed $35,000 to organizations fighting hunger, homelessness, and poverty.
Nigeria has distributed $109 million to help 800,000 students afford college since May 2024. The program pays tuition directly to schools and gives students monthly living expenses so no one misses out on education due to poverty.
A Westmoreland High School team took third place at Virginia's Innovation Challenge, competing alongside 35 teams to solve real engineering problems. The weekend event connects students with Navy engineers and national STEM leaders.
College football scores a win for tradition as Virginia and NC State move their 2025 matchup from Brazil back to Charlottesville. The decision keeps students and local fans at the heart of the game.
Four $1,000 scholarships in Buckhannon, West Virginia, will help students pursue college or vocational training while honoring community members who dedicated their lives to service. Applications are open until April 10 for students who've overcome adversity and shown commitment to making a difference.
Virginia's newest additions to the U.S. Civil Rights Trail honor everyday people whose brave choices transformed the nation. From the couple who made interracial marriage legal to students who fought school segregation, these sites celebrate wins that still matter today.
Volunteers from Virginia's Rotary clubs are sitting side-by-side with struggling young readers, giving them the extra practice time their teachers can't always provide. In just three months, the program has matched trained community members with 250 elementary students.
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