VSBA: School Board News

About VSBA: School Board News

A monthly podcast brought to you by the Virginia School Boards Association. Hosted by Executive Director Gina Patterson, this podcast will discuss matters pertinent to school board members in Virginia.

Publisher

Virginia School Boards Association

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Apr 2019

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

92 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 91 - Creating Safer Schools Through Bullying Prevention

   In recognition of VSBA Bullying Prevention Month, this episode highlights how Portsmouth City Public Schools is working to prevent bullying, support students, and foster safe and positive school environments. Gina Patterson, VSBA Executive Director, is joined by Jac'Quail Jones, Coordinator of Student Engagement and Behavioral Support, and Derrick Riddick, Behavioral Interventionist, to discuss student engagement, prevention strategies, student-led initiatives, and emerging challenges related to social media and artificial intelligence.

2. 

   8 Sept 2026

   VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 90 - Henrico County CTE

   This episode of the VSBA: School Board News Podcast highlights Career and Technical Education opportunities in Henrico County Public Schools. Gina Patterson speaks with Mac Beaton, Director of Workforce and Career Development, about Henrico's CTE programs, the role of the ACE Centers, and the new ACE Hermitage center's hands-on pathways that prepare students for college, careers, and life after high school.

3. 

   6 Aug 2026

   VSBA School Board News Podcast, Episode 89 - VSBA 120th Year Celebration

   In this special episode, we celebrate VSBA's 120th anniversary by reflecting on its legacy of leadership, advocacy, and service to Virginia's public schools. Host Gina Patterson is joined by four former VSBA Presidents who share their experiences and discuss the association's impact over the past 120 years.

Who has been a guest on VSBA: School Board News

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dr Rick Bolling
• Dr Cathy Seal
• Shaine Coleman

Reach and audience

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