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Virginia Board of Education adopts resolution backing executive order on antisemitism and religious bigotry
Summary
The board unanimously adopted a resolution supporting Governor Youngkin's Executive Order 48 and directed the Department of Education to provide resources and actionable steps to local school divisions to prevent and respond to incidents of antisemitism and religious bigotry.
The Virginia Board of Education adopted a resolution affirming support for Governor Youngkin's Executive Order 48 and directing the Virginia Department of Education to assist local school divisions in preventing, tracking and responding to incidents of antisemitism and religious bigotry.
Chair Pamela Creasy introduced the resolution and noted the governor’s executive order issued May 19, 2025, which directs VDOE to develop resources that help divisions prevent, track, report and follow up on such incidents. The resolution "affirms the governor's leadership" and states the board "stands ready to act against antisemitism and anti‑religious bigotry in Virginia's public schools and classrooms."
The board voted to adopt the resolution. Board members recorded their votes as aye during roll call; no opposition was recorded in the meeting transcript.
Ending: VDOE staff will implement the resolution by developing and distributing resources and correspondence to division superintendents to promote reporting and follow‑up consistent with Executive Order 48 and state guidance.
