PCPS board accepts public feedback to include with EdFlex waiver application

Oct 7, 2026

Staff reported 156 survey responses favoring use of EdFlex carryover funds for academic intervention, teacher compensation, technology, and family engagement; the board approved including the feedback in the waiver application submitted to VDOE.

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Program specialist Tia Palmer updated the board on community feedback collected for the EdFlex waiver, which would allow the division to carry over more than the typical 15% of federal funds into the next school year. Palmer said the district received 156 survey responses, showing broad preference to direct funds toward academic interventions and tutoring, teacher compensation and professional development, instructional materials and technology, and family engagement.

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