The Price of Education, Part 2: Board of Supervisors, School Board discuss importance of realigning salaries
The county’s portion of funding is estimated to be about $9.5 million of the total $28.9 million.
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Curriculum Corner: 'Growing Toward the Future'
The Endowment for Lifelong Learners at Blue Mountain School, is a permanent fund made possible through a series of private donations by a generous Blue Mountain School alumnus and a new partnership with the Community Foundation of the New River Valley (CFNRV).
Floyd selected for national program to design community-driven career pathways
The Rural Career-Connected Collaborative is grounded in community-based design for career-connected learning.
Students return to school after two-week break
“School buses handle snow differently than personal vehicles due to their size,” Cromer said. “Because buses are rear-wheel drive, an empty bus can be dangerous to drive in snow because it lacks the necessary weight to stay grounded."
June Bug Center launches $25K campaign to mark 25 years
After 25 years of hard work by volunteers, JBC hosts 14-19 after school programs each semester, and between eight and 21 summer camps. A total of 420 local children were enrolled in JBC programs in 2024.
Skyline National Bank donates $100,000 to support Floyd track renovation
The Floyd County High School track, which has been in use for more than two decades, is in need of resurfacing to ensure continued safety and long-term use. The $450,000 renovation project will benefit more than 120 student-athletes each season while also serving uses beyond school programs.
‘Floyd’s finest’ to head to Philly for 2026 Thanksgiving Day Parade
Members of The Pride of Floyd County Marching Band are headed to Philadelphia, Pa., next Thanksgiving to perform in the 2026 Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Parade, which will be broadcast live on Nov. 26. Floyd is the only school in the state this year to be selected to participate in the event.