Governor Bob McDonnell announced the winners of the 2012 Virginia College/University Partnership Laboratory School Application Planning Grants. Eligible applicants were public institutions of higher education that operate a teacher education program approved by the Virginia Board of Education.

After a long review process, the following institutions were awarded grants:

· George Mason University ($145,500)

· James Madison University ($228,000)

· Longwood University ($86,000)

· Virginia State University ($140,000)

Administered by the Office of the Secretary of Education, the planning grants are designed to enhance teacher education and training as part of the Governor’s “Opportunity to Learn” agenda to improve K-12 education and will provide more flexibility, innovation and autonomy outside the traditional public school system. In addition, the grants will serve ultimately to expand educational options for Virginia students.

By: Contributing Author

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