Stories & Spotlights
Skating With Heart: How Sofia Finds Purpose and Balance on...
At just 15-years-old, Sofia, a junior at Virginia Virtual Academy (VAVA), has already built an impressive […]
From FBI Cybercrime to Virtual Math: Meet Tom Bintz,...
When high school math teacher Tom Bintz joined Virginia Virtual Academy (VAVA) this year, he brought with him a life […]
Rediscovering Teaching – and Balance: Science Teacher...
After a decade of teaching in Spotsylvania County, Ms. Hornstein stepped away from the classroom to focus on raising her children. […]
Building STEM Excitement Online: Bringing Science to Life at...
When Virginia Virtual Academy (VAVA) invited teachers to sponsor student clubs this year, physics teacher Joy Belk jumped […]
Fall 2025 K12 Esports League Champions
Celebrating our Fall Season K12 Esports League 2025 champions across Rocket League, Valorant, Super Smash Bros. […]
Finding Her Rhythm in Virtual Music Education
For Mrs. Holley, music isn’t just a subject – it’s a lifelong language. Now in her fourth year as an elementary […]
From the Classroom to Virtual Learning: How One Teacher Found...
When Mrs. Ensign made the move from an in-person classroom to Virginia Virtual Academy (VAVA), she discovered what […]
How to Sharpen Your Online Learner’s Focus After Winter...
The second half of the school year is a significant milestone for your child’s academic growth. […]
Smart Money: Encouraging Financial Literacy for Every Student
October is National Economic Education Month, a time to highlight the importance of financial literacy and […]
Celebrating Our Teachers on World Teacher’s Day
October 5th is World Teacher’s Day, and at Virginia Virtual Academy (VAVA), we are proud to […]