Creates At-Risk Program for Public Schools
Virginia · HB92 · Introduced Jan 2, 2026
Why it matters
Schools with many at-risk students could get smaller classes if state funds are provided. Teachers in hard-to-staff middle schools could get bonuses or relocation help.
What it does
- Sets a long-term goal of smaller K-3 classes in schools with many at-risk students
- Requires school divisions to tell the state by August 1 which schools will reduce class sizes
- Lets school boards offer extra pay and bonuses to teachers in middle school teacher corps
- Lets school boards hire additional teachers, remedial teachers, and reading specialists in elementary schools
Status
Latest action (2026-07-21): Continued from last session
About this bill
Would set up an at-risk student program and a state add-on for special education students in public school funding. The Education Department would report yearly on school spending by source and division.
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Education groups would likely say smaller primary classes help poor children learn better. Teacher groups may say bonuses help keep good teachers in hard-to-staff schools.
💬 The case against
Some local governments would likely say the matching-fund rules cost too much. Budget groups may say the funding is not guaranteed.
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