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VA HJR102
Joint Resolution
Status
Passed
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Hyland Fowler
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AI Summary
- Patrick Henry High School in Ashland received the 2025–2026 Purple Star Designation from the Virginia Department of Education for being one of the best schools in Virginia for military-connected students and families
- The school is part of Hanover County Public Schools, which enrolls approximately 260 military-connected students
- Principal Chris Martinez credits the PHamily Advisory program with helping achieve this designation; the program provides monthly small group meetings to help students, especially new military family arrivals, build relationships with faculty and peers
- The school's Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps program is embedded in the school culture and supports military-connected students
- Patrick Henry High School previously earned the Purple Star Designation in 2019 and 2022
Legislative Description
Commending Patrick Henry High School.
Last Action
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ102ER)
4/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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