A Calmer Start for Roanoke Schools | Roanoke News

Roanoke City Public Schools kicked off the new school year with a calmer, more focused vibe—thanks to Superintendent Verletta White, who was on the ground reading to students and emphasizing that this year’s priority is steady progress over flashy changes. After last year’s turbulence, she’s leaning into fundamentals: teacher training, student connection, and consistent execution. At Wasena Elementary, nearly all fifth-grade teachers completed vital professional development—a sign of momentum. White also shared a personal touch, admitting her own kids are still catching up—and asked students if they were ready to learn. It’s about doing the right work, even when it’s hard. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a34eaa3817c07ff1