Dec 15, 2025

In this episode of the VSBA School Board News Podcast, Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by Ernesto Hernandez, Regional Sales Director for BuyBoard, to discuss how the national purchasing cooperative helps school divisions save time, ensure compliance, and maximize resources. Learn how BuyBoard works, what...

Nov 21, 2025

In this special episode of the VSBA School Board News Podcast, Executive Director Gina Patterson talks with Jenny Nichols, the 2025-2026 VSBA President and school board member from Washington County Public Schools.

President Nichols shares her journey in public education and introduces her presidential theme, "Rooted in...

Oct 9, 2025

In this episode, host Gina Patterson is joined by Bridget Adams from Newport News Public Schools. They discuss how the division promotes kindness, respect, and safety through its bullying prevention initiatives during VSBA Bullying Prevention Month and throughout the...

Sep 3, 2025

On this episode of the VSBA School Board News Podcast, we spotlight Radford City Public Schools’ Books for Bobcats – a book bus bringing the joy of reading to students and families! Tune in to hear how the program started and the impact it made...

Aug 22, 2025

In this episode, Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by Mike Rezac, Member Experience Manager with VAcorp, to discuss the importance of student accident coverage. From everyday injuries to unexpected emergencies, learn how VAcorp helps school divisions across Virginia protect students and provide peace of mind...