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With approximately 65,000 students and over 10,000 employees, Virginia Beach City Public Schools continues to be a highly successful, diverse school district and employer of choice. The City of Virginia Beach, located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay, frequently makes the "best places" lists in a number of publications. Articles frequently cite its high performing schools, low crime rate and mild climate as reasons why the area is considered such a desirable place to live. Known as a vacation destination because of its 22 miles of public beaches, Virginia Beach is also a great place to live, work and play.

Stafford County Public Schools (Stafford Schools) serves a diverse population of 31,700 students in 35 schools and programs. Stafford County covers 280 square miles and has an estimated total resident population of 164,797. Stafford Schools is a high-performing school division that invests in all staff to ensure meaningful post-secondary outcomes for every student, preparing them after graduation. Seeking to provide productive, life-long learners, Stafford Schools provides a comprehensive program of studies which offers a variety of opportunities from preschool to college coursework. Strong academic and career/technical curricula ensure student preparedness for continuing education and/or the workforce. These core curricula are enhanced through programs such as: the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, Commonwealth Governor's School, Gifted/Talented Education (FOCUS), Head Start, Alternative Education, Stafford Academy for Technology (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and Advanced Programs for Excellence (APPX). A rich complement of fine and performing arts, as well as health and physical education, support the total curriculum. Lending added support to each school's staff are counselors, registered nurses, psychologists, speech/occupational/physical therapists, technology resources teachers, and paraprofessionals. Stafford County Public Schools employs over 4,150 professionals and offers outstanding benefits, including but not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, wellness programs, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, investment opportunities, credit union membership, and leave programs.

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