On the night before school started, Potomac Local News was the first to report that Stafford County Public Schools left more than 3,000 students and their parents scrambling when it failed to provide bus transportation to students who expected to ride the school bus.
The school division waited until the last minute to inform parents, causing many to rush to adjust schedules and make alternate arrangements to get their children to school.
Questions about what happened have only grown in the weeks since this debacle. Despite our multiple requests, no elected county school board member has agreed to be interviewed by Potomac Local News.
We have not forgotten, and we believe you deserve answers. We’ll continue reporting on this critical issue and cover the upcoming county school board meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Interestingly, as of this post, there is no scheduled discussion about the school bus issues on the meeting agendas.
The School Board will meet next Tuesday, September 10, 2024, for a 5:30 p.m. work session and a 7 p.m. meeting where the public may speak. Both meetings will be live-streamed. The broadcasts will also be live on local cable channels: Comcast channel 18, Cox channel 89, and Verizon channel 38—replays air on Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 1 p.m., and Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
You can read our previous reports for our continued coverage of this issue.
Thank you for your continued support of local news in our community. We are here to ensure you stay informed.
I’m excited to share that we’ve just published our sixth “Meet the Principal” post, and even more profiles are coming!
Our Manassas Local Editor, Caitlyn Meisner, is working diligently to spotlight nearly two dozen new principals who have just started their roles in Prince William County this year.
Additionally, Caitlyn has been hard at work posting the responses from the candidates for the Manassas City Council in our ongoing feature, the One-Question Candidate Survey. As voters look toward the future of their city, from taxes to schools, real estate development, and data centers, we’re committed to bringing you the answers that matter most.
Just to the south, Fredericksburg Local Editor Kelly Sienkowski works tirelessly to get answers from candidates running in the federal elections for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District.
We’re dedicated to connecting you to your community and ensuring you stay informed.
Three of the four candidates shared their thoughts in our second week of candidate survey responses. This feature series aims to help voters in the 7th District make an informed decision by providing insight into each candidate’s position on critical issues affecting our region.
- Explore our Meet the Principal Series to learn more about the individuals shaping education in our community.
- Check out our One-Question Candidate Survey to hear directly from the candidates for the Manassas City Council.
- See our 7th District Candidate Survey to hear from the candidates running for U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.
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Dear Potomac Local News Readers,
We’re thrilled to roll out a new series titled “Meet the Principal,” crafted by our Manassas Local Editor, Caitlyn Meisner. This year, nearly two dozen new principals are stepping into their roles across Prince William County, shaping the future of our educational landscape. It’s a pivotal time to get acquainted with these educational leaders through our series.
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In Today’s Feature: Meet Edward Schultz of Gainesville Middle School
Our first article features Edward Schultz, the new principal at Gainesville Middle School. With over two decades of experience in education, his story and vision for the future are not to be missed. Learn about his initiatives that aim to broaden student perspectives and prepare them for a successful future.
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