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Patrick County board highlights college-access 'Patrick County Promise' and school facility upgrades
Summary
At its Oct. 15 meeting the Patrick County School Board heard Superintendent Dr. Wood describe a new college-access partnership and several completed and ongoing facility projects, and recognized staff and board members for professional development participation.
The Patrick County School Board on Oct. 15 heard Superintendent Dr. Wood outline a new college-access partnership and a series of school facility upgrades, and recognized staff and board members for training and awards.
Dr. Wood told the board the district has partnered with the Patrick County Education Foundation, the board of supervisors and community donors on the "Patrick County Promise," a last-dollar program that he said will allow graduating students "starting with the class of '26" to attend Patrick Henry Community College with remaining tuition costs covered after other aid and scholarships. He described the program as "leveling the playing field for our students in Patrick County so that they can go ahead and get their first 2 years at Patrick Henry College for free."
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