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Community members urge renaming of James Blair Middle School at WJCC meeting
Williamsburg-James City Public Schools School Board · November 19, 2025
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Summary
Multiple speakers at the WJCC public comment period urged the board to begin renaming James Blair Middle School, arguing the current namesake participated in enslavement and that a new name would better reflect inclusion and community values.
Speakers at the Williamsburg‑James City County School Board meeting asked the board to move forward with renaming James Blair Middle School.
"A school's name is more than just a convenient label," Karen Burgess (as recorded) told the board, arguing that the name James Blair…
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