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2026-27 federal grant information presented to Virginia Beach School Board
2026-27 federal grant information presented to Virginia Beach School Board

The Virginia Beach School Board received information about proposed federal grant applications at its May 12 meeting. For the 2026-27 school year, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) would receive approximately $18.9 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).

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VBCPS students outperform state on SOL tests

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) released Standard of Learning (SOL) pass rate data on Aug. 27. The overall SOL pass rates for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) exceeded the state pass rates in all subject areas.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools Music Education Program Receives National Recognition for 16th Year
Virginia Beach City Public Schools Music Education Program Receives National Recognition for 16th Year

For the 16th time, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation. Now in its 26th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement for providing music access and education to all students.

Graduation

Two graduates in maroon caps and gowns with gold sashes embrace in the foreground, while blurred figures and trees form the background.
Graduates in black and red gowns toss their caps in the air within a large, brightly lit convention hall with rows of empty chairs.
A group of graduates in red and yellow gowns stand in a line, with a blurred background of a large indoor space.
A group of graduates in blue gowns and caps walk forward in a large hall.
A young man with brown hair and freckles is embraced by a woman with long brown hair, while a crowd of people in the background celebrates outdoors.
Graduates in blue and gold gowns sit in rows in the foreground, while a man in a suit stands in the background.
Two graduates in blue gowns and caps, one holding a diploma, walk across a stage with a large screen displaying a crowd in the background.
A smiling graduate in a blue cap and gown with a gold sash stands in the foreground, while other graduates in similar attire are blurred in the background.
Two graduates in green gowns and caps embrace in the foreground, with a blurred background of a stage and audience seating.
Graduates in purple gowns toss their caps in the air within a large, brightly lit convention hall.
A young woman in a graduation cap and gown looks upwards in the foreground, while a blurred crowd of graduates and attendees fills the background.
Graduates in light blue gowns and caps stand in a dark-lit auditorium.
Two graduates in green gowns embrace in the foreground, while others in similar attire stand in the blurred background.

At the very core of the Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) mission is the commitment to preparing students for the future.

In June, the school division will join high school seniors and their families from 11 high schools, Green Run Collegiate and Renaissance Academy, in celebrating their 13 years of hard work and studies.

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

The school division will join high school seniors and their families from 11 high schools, Green Run Collegiate, and An Achievable Dream Academy, in celebrating 13 years of hard work and studies.

Graduation Guide

Graduation Day is more than a ceremony — it is a celebration of years of perseverance and the unwavering support of families, teachers, principals, and the entire community. Virginia Beach City Public Schools is proud to honor every student as they reach this milestone and prepare for their next chapter.

All VBCPS graduation ceremonies will take place at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Be sure to check the graduation schedule above to see when each school’s students will take the stage and officially turn their tassels. To help make your graduation experience as smooth and memorable as possible, this page also includes important day-of information, including parking details, venue entry procedures, and the bag policy.

NOTE: Each graduate will receive a designated number of guest tickets for the ceremony. Families should connect directly with their student or home school for specific ticket information and distribution details.

Can’t make it in person? Celebrate with us online! Guests can access links to watch ceremonies live or on demand, browse photo galleries from each ceremony, and relive the excitement through graduation highlight videos. Also, follow along on our social media channels — YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and X (@VBSchools) — as we share the unforgettable moments, proud smiles, and special memories from every graduation ceremony.

Time to Celebrate!

Follow #VBCPSGradWeek on Facebook, Instagram, and X for graduation ceremony highlights and memorable moments. We invite graduates, families, and friends to share their own photos and messages using the hashtag.