RPS Shines

RPS Shines is an annual event dedicated to celebrating the amazing talents and tremendous contributions of RPS’ dedicated educators and staff. At the event, hosted by the Richmond Ed Fund, RPS presents seven Division-level awards: Teacher of the Year, New Teacher of the Year, School Support Staff of the Year, Central Office Staff of the Year, Principal of the Year, the Lucille Brown Impact Award, and the Rodney Robinson Equity Award.

Teacher of the Year and New Teacher of the Year are selected earlier in the year. On this website, you will find information about awards where RPS educators and staff are nominated by students, families, staff and the community, and then are invited to submit an application. Winners are selected, based on their application materials, by an internal committee.

Timeline

Nominations accepted: January 5-30, 2026
Schools Vote for School Support Staff Winner: February 13-20, 2026
Offices Vote for Central Office Staff Winner: February 13-20, 2026
Winning Candidates Submit Applications: February 23-March 13, 2026

Awards & Nominations

Know the perfect award recipient? Click to learn more about each category and for instructions to nominate.

Central Office Staff of the Year

This award honors a Central Office employee whose dedication, impact, professional growth, and embodiment of RPS' core values have most advanced the work of the district.

Purpose

This award recognizes the non-school-based staffer who best exemplifies RPS’ core values and has meaningfully advanced the work of RPS over the last year. Nominations are accepted from RPS staff and community members, with three finalists per Office who are voted on by that Office (Central Office staff that are assigned to schools — such as a School Nutrition Services staff — are eligible for their building-based award.) Three finalists, including the winner, are selected by an internal committee. The winner is announced at RPS Shines.

Eligibility

Employees who are not school-based, but rather Central Office-based.

Selection Criteria

Mission Dedication

Commitment to the mission of RPS, which is to provide a quality education to all students.

Impact on schools & students

Efforts that the candidate has started or engaged in which demonstrate a measurable impact on achievement, well-being and/or future growth of RPS students or staff.
Impact is defined as the effect or change over time that we can see, demonstrate, measure or capture.

Commitment to professional growth

The candidate has shown commitment to researching and gaining experiences which further their knowledge and experience in their chosen field.

4. Exemplary Member of the RPS Community

Demonstrates a high level of integrity and professionalism
Pursues relationship-building with staff and RPS community
Adopts high performance standards
Serves as a role model for students and staff
Embodies the core values of RPS-Equity, Engagement, Excellence

Nomination Process

Nominations (up to 100 words) may be submitted by peers, supervisors, students, families, or community members.
Nominees are compiled onto a ballot, each Office votes.
The top vote-earner is celebrated by the Office as their Central Office Staff of the Year.
The top vote-earner from each Office is invited to submit an application.

Application Includes

Personal Statement-written (up to 500 words) or video/multimedia presentation (4 to 5 min)- reflecting on your commitment to 1) RPS’ mission, 2) RPS students and schools, 3) your own professional growth and 4) striving to be an exemplary RPS employee. The statement should provide insight into your values, practices, and contributions.
A Letter of Recommendation from your supervisor (up to 300 words) which addresses how you meet the criteria listed, (RPS’ mission, RPS students and schools, your own professional growth and being a role model), including specific examples.

Terms & Conditions

No campaigning (campaigning = to organize a series of activities to try to achieve something)
No self nominating.
Chiefs and Directors are not eligible.
Shines is a once in a lifetime award.

Lucille Brown Impact Award

This award recognizes an RPS staff member with at least five years of service who has made a significant, measurable impact on student achievement, well-being and aspirations; and on community partnerships.

Purpose

The Lucille Brown Impact Award is given to the RPS employee who has made a significant impact on the achievement, well-being, and life aspirations of RPS students by leveraging community partnerships and other activities. All nominees must have at least five years of experience in RPS. Any member of the RPS community — student, parent, staff member, or community member — may make a nomination. Three finalists, including the winner, are selected by an internal committee and announced at RPS Shines.

Eligibility

Any RPS Staff
5 years of service to RPS

Selection Criteria

Impact on students

Demonstrates a measurable impact on achievement, well-being and life aspirations of RPS students.
Impact is defined as the effect or change over time that we can see, demonstrate, measure or capture.

2. Partnerships

Education is a partnership between the community, families and the schools.
Effective collaboration with various stakeholders, such as school leaders, teachers, families and community partners, to enhance the support provided to schools and students.
This may include fundraising; collecting in kind donations; arranging mentorship, community service and internship opportunities; and other partnerships.
Provide an example of a successful partnership that has resulted in improved outcomes for the educational community.

3. Encouraging Growth & Academic Excellence

Demonstrate how your support of students has encouraged their growth and academic achievement.
What specific activities did you contribute which furthered student academic success and development?

4. Exemplary Member of the RPS Community

Demonstrates a high level of integrity and professionalism
Pursues relationship-building with staff, students and the community
Adopts high performance standards
Serves as a role model for students and staff
Embodies the core values of RPS-Equity, Engagement, Excellence

Nomination Process

Nominations (up to 100 words) may be submitted by peers, supervisors, students, families, or community members.
All qualified nominees are notified and invited to submit an application.

Application Includes

Personal Statement-written (up to 500 words) or video/multimedia presentation (4-5 min)- reflecting on 1) your significant impact on students, 2) creating partnerships, 3) encouraging growth and academic excellence, and 4) striving to be a role model. The statement should provide insight into your values, practices, and contributions.
A Letter of Recommendation (up to 300 words) which addresses how you meet the criteria (impact on students, partnerships, encouraging growth and academic excellence, being role model), including specific examples.

Terms & Conditions

No campaigning (campaigning = to organize a series of activities to try to achieve something)
No self nominating.
Shines is a once in a lifetime award.

Rodney Robinson Equity Award

This award celebrates an RPS educator or staff member who demonstrates unwavering commitment to educational equity and has meaningfully advanced access, inclusion, and opportunity for historically underserved students.

Purpose

The Rodney Robinson Equity Award recognizes an RPS educator or staff member who demonstrates an unwavering commitment to advancing equity in education. The award honors the individual who has made a significant contribution to students, particularly those from historically underserved and marginalized communities. Any member of the community can nominate an RPS teacher or staff member for this award. Three finalists, including the winner, are selected by an internal committee and announced at RPS Shines.

Eligibility

Any RPS staff.
Demonstrates a clear and sustained commitment to educational equity.
Educational equity = every child receives what they need to develop to their full academic and social potential.

Selection Criteria

Commitment to Educational Equity

Consistently advocates for policies, practices, and opportunities that promote access and success for all students.
Actively works to close achievement and opportunity gaps in their classroom, school, or department.
Demonstrates cultural competence (defined as the ability to understand and interact effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds by respecting their beliefs, values, and practices) and fosters an inclusive and affirming environment.

Impact on Students and the Community

Creates experiences that empower students to see themselves as leaders and changemakers.
Partners with families and community organizations to support student success and well-being.
Demonstrates a measurable impact on students from underserved or marginalized groups.

Leadership and Advocacy

Leads or participates in initiatives that advance equity and inclusion at the school, district, or community level.
Speaks out against inequities and works to address systemic barriers within education.
Advocates for change and works to address systemic barriers that affect student learning and participation.

4. Exemplary Member of the RPS Community

Demonstrates a high level of integrity and professionalism
Pursues relationship-building with staff and RPS community
Adopts high performance standards
Serves as a role model for students and staff
Embodies the core values of RPS-Equity, Engagement, Excellence

Nomination Process

Nominations (up to 100 words) may be submitted by peers, supervisors, students, families, or community members.
All nominees are notified and invited to submit an application.

Application Includes

Personal Statement-written (up to 500 words) or video/multimedia presentation (4-5 min)- reflecting on their 1) personal and professional commitment to educational equity, 2) impact on students and the community, 3) leadership and advocacy activities, and 4) efforts to be a role model. The statement should provide insight into the nominee’s values, practices, and contributions.
A Letter of Recommendation from your supervisor (up to 300 words) which addresses how you meet the criteria listed, (commitment to educational equity, impact on students and community, leadership & advocacy and being a role model), including specific examples.

Terms & Conditions

The recipient will be honored at the annual RPS Shines Awards Ceremony and recognized district-wide.
No campaigning (campaigning = to organize a series of activities to try to achieve something).
No self nominating.
Chiefs and Directors are not eligible.
Shines is a once in a lifetime award.

School Support Staff of the Year

This award honors a school-based support staff member whose daily contributions significantly strengthen student well-being, support colleagues, enhance the school environment, and exemplify RPS' values.

Purpose

The School Support Staff of the Year (SSSOY) Award recognizes the tremendous work of the part-time and full-time school-based staff who wrap our students in love each and every day. The school’s winner is voted on by the building’s teachers and staff. All school winners are invited to submit an application for the division-wide School Support Staff of the Year award.

Eligibility

Must be an RPS full-time or part-time:

School-based Office Associate, Administrative Office Associate
School nutrition staff
Instructional Assistants and Early Intervention Assistants
Care & Safety staff
Family Liaisons
Facilities Staff
Lunch Monitors
Custodial staff
Nurses
Bus drivers, Bus monitors, Fleet Services staff
Social workers
Interpreters
Long term or annual substitutes
Physical Therapists
Instructional Deans
Instructional Coaches
Assistant Principals

Selection Criteria

1. Impact on Students

Specific actions you have taken to positively impact student learning, social-emotional well-being, health and/or safety.
impact is defined as the effect or change over time that we can see, demonstrate, measure or capture.

2. Impact on colleagues

Specific actions you have taken and how those actions have positively impacted colleagues at your school campus, school district, or worksite.

3. Impact on school environment

Specific actions you have taken to create a positive, supportive and inclusive environment, conducive to student learning.

4. Exemplary Member of the RPS Community

Demonstrates a high level of integrity and professionalism
Pursues relationship-building with staff and RPS community
Adopts high performance standards
Serves as a role model for students and staff
Embodies the core values of RPS-Equity, Engagement, Excellence

Nomination Process

Nominations (up to 100 words) may be submitted by peers, supervisors, students, families, or community members.
Nominees are compiled onto a ballot, each school votes over a week-long period.
The top vote-earner is celebrated by the school as the building’s School Support Staff of the Year.
The top vote-earner from each school is invited to submit an application.

Application Includes

Personal Statement-written (up to 500 words) or video/multimedia presentation (4-5min)- reflecting on their personal and professional commitment to 1) have an impact on students, 2) impact on colleagues, 3) impact on the environment, and 4) being an exemplary RPS employee. The statement should provide insight into the nominee’s values, practices, and contributions.
A Letter of Recommendation from supervisor (up to 300 words) which addresses how the nominee meets the criteria listed (impact on students, impact on colleagues, impact on school environment, and being a role model), including specific examples.

Terms & Conditions

No campaigning (campaigning = to organize a series of activities to try to achieve something)
No self nominating.
Chiefs and Directors are not eligible.
Teachers in preschool through grade 12, including library media specialists, school counselors, career and technical educators, mathematics specialists, and reading specialists are not eligible for School Support Staff of the Year, they are eligible for Teacher of the Year.
Shines is a once in a lifetime award.

Principal of the Year

This award recognizes a building leader who drives academic progress, builds strong relationships, fosters a supportive school culture, and models exceptional leadership aligned with RPS' values.

Purpose

The Principal of the Year (POY) Award celebrates the exemplary building leader who best embodies RPS’ values of teaching, leading, and serving with love. The POY is an exceptional and empathetic administrator who moves their students academically while inspiring their staff to greatness. Three finalists, including the winner, are selected by an internal committee and announced at RPS Shines.

Eligibility

Any Building Leader (including specialty schools)

Selection Criteria

1. Academic Progress

SOL test scores should show progress during the past school year. (This data is unavailable for preschools).

2. Leadership

The candidate demonstrates effective leadership in and out of the school and shows relentless efforts to build strong family-community ties. This may include transforming the school’s reputation or overcoming a challenging incident.
The school’s student absenteeism rate during the last year will be considered.

3. Environment of Growth and Support for Staff

Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, students and families to create a school culture that is respectful, inclusive and positively impacts student growth and achievement.
Create a workplace environment that is rich with staff learning and development.
Employee satisfaction data and possible other data will be considered.

4. Exemplary Member of the RPS Community

Demonstrates a high level of integrity and professionalism
Pursues relationship-building with staff, students, families and the community
Adopts high performance standards
Serves as a role model for students and staff
Embodies the core values of RPS-Equity, Engagement, Excellence

Nomination Process

Nominations (up to 100 words) may be submitted by peers, supervisors, students, families, or community members.
All nominees are invited to submit an application.

Application Includes

Personal Statement-written (up to 500 words) or video/multimedia presentation (4-5 min)- reflecting on your commitment to 1) move your students academically, 2) inspire your staff to greatness, 3) create a nurturing environment that includes families and the community, and 4) your effort to be an exemplary member of the RPS community. The statement should provide insight into your values, practices, and contributions.

A Letter of Recommendation from a community member (up to 300 words) which addresses how the nominee meets the criteria listed above (academic growth, leadership, environment of growth and support for staff, being a role model), including specific examples.

Terms & Conditions

No campaigning (campaigning = to organize a series of activities to try to achieve something)
No self nominating.
Chiefs and Directors are not eligible.
Shines is a once in a lifetime award.

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Broad Rock Elementary School

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Chimborazo Elementary School

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Barack Obama Elementary School
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Bellevue Elementary School
Angelica Park

Broad Rock Elementary School
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Cardinal Elementary School
Ravae Tolliver

Chimborazo Elementary School
Stephanie Wozniak

Dogwood Middle School
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Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School
Angela Cosby

Fairfield Court Elementary School
Lisa Jackson

Frances W. McClenney Elementary School
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G.H. Reid Elementary School
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George W. Carver Elementary School
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Henry L. Marsh, III Elementary School
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Huguenot High School
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J.B. Fisher Elementary School
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J.H. Blackwell Elementary School
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J.H. Blackwell Preschool
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J.L. Francis Elementary School
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John Marshall High School
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Linwood Holton Elementary School
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Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary School
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Lucille M. Brown Middle School
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Preschool
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Mary Munford Elementary School
Valerie Schwarz

Mary Scott Preschool
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Maymont Preschool
Synovia Johnson

Miles J. Jones Elementary School
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Oak Grove-Bellemeade Elementary School
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Overby-Sheppard Elementary School
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RCEEA
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Richmond Community High School
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Richmond Technical Center
Roderick J. Davis

Richmond Virtual Academy
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Summer Hill Preschool
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Thomas C. Boushall Middle School
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Thomas H. Henderson Middle School
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Thomas Jefferson High School
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THRIVE
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William Fox Elementary School
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Armstrong High School
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Barack Obama Elementary School
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Bellevue Elementary School
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Thomas C. Boushall Middle School
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Broad Rock Elementary School
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Cardinal Elementary School
Elizabeth Yeakel

Chimborazo Elementary School
Lindsey Land

Dogwood Middle School
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Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School
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Fairfield Court Elementary School
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Frances W. McClenney Elementary School
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Franklin Military Academy
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George W. Carver Elementary School
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G.H. Reid Elementary School
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Henry L. Marsh, III Elementary School
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J.B. Fisher Elementary School
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J.H. Blackwell Elementary School
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J.H. Blackwell Preschool
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J.L. Francis Elementary School
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Preschool
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Mary Scott Preschool
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Miles J. Jones Elementary School
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Oak Grove-Bellemeade Elementary School
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Overby-Sheppard Elementary School
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Richmond High School for the Arts
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Richmond Technical Center
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Richmond Virtual Academy
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River City Middle School
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Summer Hill Preschool
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Thomas Jefferson High School
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Thomas H. Henderson Middle School
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William Fox Elementary School
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Armstrong High School
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Bellevue Elementary School
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Thomas C. Boushall Middle School
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Cardinal Elementary School
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Chimborazo Elementary School
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Dogwood Middle School
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Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School
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Fairfield Court Elementary School
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Frances W. McClenney Elementary School
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George W. Carver Elementary School
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G.H. Reid Elementary School
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Henry L. Marsh, III Elementary School
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Huguenot High School
Patricia Kent

J.B. Fisher Elementary School
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J.H. Blackwell Elementary School
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J.H. Blackwell Preschool
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John Marshall High School
Anne Smedley

Linwood Holton Elementary School
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Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary School
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Lucille M. Brown Middle School
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Mary Munford Elementary School
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Mary Scott Preschool
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Maymont Preschool
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Miles J. Jones Elementary School
Lauren Gager

Oak Grove-Bellemeade Elementary School
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Open High School
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Overby-Sheppard Elementary School
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Richmond Career Education and Employment Academy
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William Fox Elementary School
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Woodville Elementary School
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Armstrong High School
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Barack Obama Elementary School
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Bellevue Elementary School
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Thomas C. Boushall Middle School
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Broad Rock Elementary School
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Cardinal Elementary School
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Chimborazo Elementary School
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Dogwood Middle School
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Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School
Elizabeth Fleenor

Fairfield Court Elementary School
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Frances W. McClenney Elementary School
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Franklin Military Academy
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George W. Carver Elementary School
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G.H. Reid Elementary School
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Henry L. Marsh, III Elementary School
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Huguenot High School
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J.B. Fisher Elementary School
Jennifer Zappalla

J.H. Blackwell Elementary School
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John Marshall High School
Sara Waltman-King

Linwood Holton Elementary School
Sydney Bauman

Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary School
Ketia Singleton

Lucille M. Brown Middle School
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Preschool
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Mary Munford Elementary School
Maria Sicurella

Mary Scott Preschool
Keisha Brown

Maymont Preschool
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Miles J. Jones Elementary School
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Oak Grove-Bellemeade Elementary School
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Open High School
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Overby-Sheppard Elementary School
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Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts
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Richmond Alternative School
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Richmond Community High School
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Richmond High School for the Arts
Angela Moore

Richmond Technical Center
Sylvia Archer

River City Middle School
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Summer Hill Preschool
Jami Hunt

Swansboro Elementary School
Arianna Trickey

Thomas Jefferson High School
Rahmah Johnson

Virgie Binford Education Center
Jennifer Young

Westover Hills Elementary School
Laura White

William Fox Elementary School
Kanika Bonaparte-Moore

Woodville Elementary School
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