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2025 Citywide Volunteers of the Year

Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) values and promotes active engagement of the community in all our schools. The Office of Family and Community Engagement coordinates many volunteer opportunities for community members to interact and contribute to the academic achievement of our students and the overall continuous improvement of VBCPS.

2025 Citywide Volunteers of the Year

Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) values and promotes active engagement of the community in all our schools. The Office of Family and Community Engagement coordinates many volunteer opportunities for community members to interact and contribute to the academic achievement of our students and the overall continuous improvement of VBCPS.

2025-26 federal grant information presented to Virginia Beach School Board

The Virginia Beach School Board received information about proposed federal grant applications at its May 13 meeting. For the 2025-26 school year, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) would receive approximately $21.6 million in formula grant funds through programs authorized under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA).

Application to Conduct Research

Virginia Beach City Public Schools has an application process for conducting research studies or distributing surveys to ensure that all proposals align with the division’s educational goals and maintain a supportive learning environment. This process allows for thorough review of each proposal to assess its potential benefits and adherence to division policies. Individuals interested in conducting research are required to complete the application linked below. Applications are reviewed during designated submission periods to allow for timely processing. The submission periods are:

  • August to September
  • November to December
  • April to May

The research application can be completed interactively. Use the tab key to move from field to field. Upon completion, please email your completed application and forward all requested material to:

Robert A. Veigel, Research Specialist
Planning, Innovation and Accountability
Office of Research and Evaluation
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
P.O. Box 6038
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456-0038
757.263.1199