‘Funding our Future’

Headwaters — the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation — is pleased to announce that it will sponsor a series of three public “community conversations” focusing on the importance of quality public schools — especially in rural areas — and how such schools are funded. Following introductory presentations, each meeting will include a panel discussion, and a time for public questions and comment. These meetings will take place in the Rappahannock County high school auditorium, but because of Covidrelated public meeting restrictions, participation by the public will be available only via Zoom.

On Thursday, March 18 at 7 p.m., the series will begin with “The ABCs of Building a Rural School Budget,” and will include presentations by Superintendent Dr. Shannon Grimsley and County Administrator, Garrey Curry.

On Wednesday, March 31 at 7 p.m., the second meeting will focus on “Funding Challenges,” and examine the unique challenges facing Rappahannock and other small, rural school district.

On Wednesday, April 14 at 7 p.m., “Moving Forward: Funding Excellence,” the third and nal meeting will focus on the critical importance of strong public schools to the local community and explore opportunities to provide the nancial support necessary to sustain excellence in public education in Rappahannock County.

Further information will be forthcoming, but those interested in participating should mark their calendars now. To receive the Zoom link for any of these meetings, please email Lynnie Genho, Headwaters Executive Director at director@ headwatersfdn.org, or telephone the Headwaters o ce at (540) 227-5071.