Parental Rights
- Virginia Bishop Directs Priests to Read Letter on Ballot Measures
Bishop Michael Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington directed priests across the diocese to read a pastoral letter at all Masses this past weekend.
- Julie Perry Discusses Education Priorities in Congressional Bid
Congressional candidate Julie Perry, a teacher by profession, has outlined her reasons for seeking a seat in Congress with an emphasis on education matters. She advocates for greater accountability among school boards to better serve students and families. Perry stresses the role of parents in shaping educational policies and decisions. Her platform centers on fostering […]
- Mother Claims Retaliation in Franklin City School Board Plea Over Special Needs Child’s Removal
During the session, announced by the district on its website and social media, the mother approached the podium with supporting documents and described the sequence of events leading to her child’s placement elsewhere. She characterized the removal as an abuse of authority, questioning whether it represented the treatment parents receive for raising concerns. ‘This is […]
- Mother Testifies to Alleged Abuse, Fraud in Franklin City Public Schools Special Education Program
During the public comment period at a recent school board meeting, the parent, accompanied by a supporter, accused school officials of filing fraudulent truancy charges against her family after she reported abuse against her nonverbal autistic son, identified in related discussions as Elijah. She claimed the school submitted false statements to the court, resulting in […]
- Dave Beckwith Highlights Parental Rights and Academic Priorities in Virginia Congressional Campaign
Candidate’s Background and Personal Education Choice Dave Beckwith, a Republican candidate seeking the nomination for Virginia’s 10th Congressional District, is drawing attention to his experience as a homeschooling parent. The 30-year Air Force veteran and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense has described homeschooling his three children alongside his wife Sally as one of his […]
- Abigail Spanberger’s first 100 days are flashing a warning Virginia Democrats should not ignore
Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs bills to set referendums for four constitutional amendments on Feb. 6, 2026. (Photo by Charlotte Rene Woods/ Virginia Mercury) Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a package of gun bills on April 10, including a ghost gun ban, an industry liability measure and a closure of the intimate partner loophole. The bills are […]
- Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office Delivers Swift Justice: Transgender-Identifying Substitute Teacher Arrested for Alleged ‘Murder Spree’ Threats Against Virginia High School
In a decisive move that underscores the critical importance of community vigilance and strong law enforcement in protecting our children, the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 19-year-old Hadyn Dollery of Chantilly on charges of making threats of bodily injury. Dollery, a biological male who identifies as a transgender woman, was taken into custody off […]
- Controversy Erupts Over Loudoun County Teachers’ Union Contract Clause Amid Fears of Diminished Oversight and Taxpayer Burden
A recent clause in the Loudoun County Public Schools’ (LCPS) collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the Loudoun Education Association (LEA) has sparked outrage among parents and local Republicans, who argue it undermines elected oversight by granting the non-elected teachers’ union authority to make contract changes without School Board approval.
- Cybersecurity Pro Junaid Khan Jumps Into Virginia House Race, District 27
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- Virginia schools face federal scrutiny over parental rights laws
The U.S. Department of Education is putting Virginia schools on notice, warning they could lose federal funding and face further investigation if they fail to comply with parental rights laws.
- Kannan Srinivasan on why he voted against notifying parents of drug overdoses
State Senator Del. Kannan Srinivasan (D-Dist. 32) answers why he voted against a bipartisan bill that would have mandated schools to inform parents within 24 hours of overdoses at school. The Virginia State Senate passed the legislation unanimously, but Democrats in the Virginia House of Delegates blocked it. A law requiring schools to inform parents of […]