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HJ228 • 2026

Commending Angela Hairston, Ed.D.

Commending Angela Hairston, Ed.D.

Education
Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Whittle
Last action
2026-04-09
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

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Praise for Angela Hairston

This bill commends Angela Hairston, Ed.D., for being named Region VI Superintendent of the Year by the Virginia Association of School Superintendents.

What This Bill Does

  • Honors Angela Hairston with the title of Region VI Superintendent of the Year from the Virginia Association of School Superintenders.
  • Recognizes Hairston's over 30 years of experience in education and her role as superintendent since 2020.
  • Acknowledges Hairston’s work on a strategic plan to improve student performance and engagement at Danville City Public Schools (DCPS).
  • Praises Hairston for collaborating with community organizations to support DCPS, leading to new school construction and renovations.
  • Expresses appreciation for Hairston's efforts in fostering the well-being of students and supporting teachers and staff.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Angela Hairston, Ed.D., superintendent of Danville City Public Schools
  • Students and families in Danville

Terms To Know

Superintendent
The leader or chief administrator of a school district.
Strategic Plan
A plan that outlines goals and steps to achieve them over time.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This bill does not change any laws or provide funding; it is purely an expression of commendation.
  • The effects are limited to recognizing Angela Hairston's achievements without creating new policies or programs.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-09 House

    Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ228ER)

  2. 2026-03-11 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  3. 2026-03-10 Senate

    Received

  4. 2026-03-10 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

  5. 2026-03-09 House

    Engrossed by House

  6. 2026-03-09 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  7. 2026-03-04 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108215D

Official Summary Text

Commending Angela Hairston, Ed.D.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Angela Hairston, Ed.D.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, March 11, 2026
WHEREAS, Angela Hairston, Ed.D., superintendent of Danville City Public Schools, was named the Region VI Superintendent of the Year by the Virginia Association of School Superintendents in 2026; and
WHEREAS, Angela Hairston has more than 30 years of experience in education and has been the superintendent of Danville City Public Schools (DCPS) since 2020; and
WHEREAS, under Angela Hairston's leadership, DCPS developed and implemented a comprehensive strategic plan to address achievement gaps, encouraging greater student engagement and bolstering the performance of the division's schools; and
WHEREAS, Angela Hairston has worked closely with faith-based organizations, nonprofits, and businesses to rally support for DCPS and advance the division's mission, leading to the construction of a new school and renovations at other schools; and
WHEREAS, in all of her endeavors, Angela Hairston strives to foster the academic, social, and emotional well-being of her students and to ensure her teachers and staff excel in their professions; and
WHEREAS, as a tireless champion of the students, faculty, and families she serves, Angela Hairston has contributed greatly to the success of DCPS and has helped to make Danville a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Angela Hairston, Ed.D., for being named the 2026 Region VI Superintendent of the Year by the Virginia Association of School Superintendents; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Angela Hairston, Ed.D., as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for her distinguished service on behalf of the students and families of Danville and the Commonwealth.