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York River Academy presentation precedes board's charter renewal approval

York County School Division School Board · December 16, 2025
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After a presentation by York River Academy principal Holly Sheffield, the school board approved the academy's five-year charter renewal as part of the consent agenda and praised the school's performance and individualized approach for at-risk students.

York River Academy's principal, Holly Sheffield, outlined the charter renewal process and defended the school's mission Thursday, and the York County School Division board approved the academy's five-year renewal as part of the consent calendar.

Sheffield, the principal of York River Academy, told the board the renewal effort began in October 2024 and included surveys, a formal needs assessment in June 2025 and a charter renewal team of students, parents, staff and community partners. "York River Academy is a…

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