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VA school districts, parents working to get electric school buses
By Elizabeth McGowan for Energy News Network.Broadcast version by Edwin J. Viera for Virginia News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism …
VA pediatric dentists find online appointments growing
As part of Children's Dental Health Month, Virginia pediatric dentists are working to improve kids' dental health habits. Recent surveys indicated …
VA child advocates calling for increased school funding
Virginia child advocates are calling on state lawmakers to improve school funding. The concern grew when several bills focused on building up school …
VA group sets record straight on substance-use disorder
During National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, a Virginia group is working to help those dealing with substance abuse. The state's Department of …
This Wednesday: Youth mental health summit in VA
Today is World Mental Health Day, and this week a Virginia group is focusing on youth mental health at a special summit. Speakers at "Beyond Trauma: …
Muchos estudiantes universitarios hispanos consideran abandonar sus estudios
La mayoría de los estudiantes hispanos de colegios comunitarios dicen a los encuestadores que querían dejar la escuela. La encuesta de la …
Poll: Many Hispanic college students consider dropping out
A majority of Hispanic community college students tell pollsters they've wanted to leave school. The Lumina Foundation-Gallup poll finds 50% of …
VA Group Works to Improve Maternal Health
A Virginia group is working to boost maternal health across the state. Since 2011, maternal mortality rates have increased across the U.S. but …
Report: VA, US Children Need Better Health Supports
A new annual report found children in Virginia and across the U.S. need better health support. The Annie E. Casey Foundation's Kids Count Data Book …
Report: More Support Needed for VA Foster Kids
A recent report finds foster kids in Virginia and the U.S. need better support to transition out of the foster-care system. The Annie E. Casey …
Survey: Parents Worried About Student Mental Health
A recent survey from the National PTA found student mental health is a top-of-mind issue for parents across the U.S. The survey showed 72% of …
VA Groups Aim to Reduce Youth Tobacco Use
Virginia groups are using different methods to warn young people about the dangers of smoking. Along with tobacco-free parks, the state has taken …