Virginia 2023 Regular Session

Virginia House Bill HJR842

Introduced
2/20/23  
Engrossed
2/21/23  
Enrolled
2/23/23  

Caption

Commending Orange Hunt Elementary School.

Impact

The passage of HJR842 serves to acknowledge not only the achievements of Orange Hunt Elementary School but also to promote awareness of the needs of military families within the educational system. Schools designated as Purple Star Schools are recognized for their exceptional ability to cater to the unique challenges faced by military families, such as frequent relocations and emotional adjustments. This recognition could inspire other schools to incorporate similar programs and support mechanisms, thereby enhancing the overall educational landscape for military-connected children across the state.

Summary

HJR842 is a resolution commending Orange Hunt Elementary School for being designated a Purple Star School for the 2022-2023 academic year. This recognition highlights the school's dedication to supporting military-connected children and families, a demographic particularly significant due to the school's proximity to the Pentagon and Fort Belvoir. The resolution underscores the school's commitment to creating a military-friendly environment that aids in the transition of students and enhances educational opportunities, ensuring that they receive well-rounded support both academically and socially.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HJR842 is overwhelmingly positive, as it celebrates the contributions of educational institutions that go above and beyond to assist military families. Legislators and community members alike have expressed pride in Orange Hunt Elementary School's commitment and the positive impact it has on students. This recognition aligns with broader societal values of appreciating and supporting military service members and their families.

Contention

There are no substantial points of contention associated with HJR842; rather, it appears to unify stakeholders around common values related to military family support and education. The resolution is widely supported without significant opposition, although it reflects a growing awareness of the need for educational institutions to adapt to the particular circumstances of military-connected students.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

VA HJR843

Commending Silverbrook Elementary School.

VA HJR838

Commending Gunston Elementary School.

VA HJR840

Commending Cardinal Forest Elementary School.

VA HJR841

Commending Washington Mill Elementary School.

VA HJR844

Commending Washington Irving Middle School.

VA HR391

Commending Orange Hunt Elementary School.

VA HR392

Commending Kings Park Elementary School.

VA HR394

Commending Lake Braddock Secondary School.

VA SJR225

Commending Bucknell Elementary School.

VA SJR399

Commending Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School.

Similar Bills

VA HJR838

Commending Gunston Elementary School.

VA HJR843

Commending Silverbrook Elementary School.

VA HJR840

Commending Cardinal Forest Elementary School.

VA HJR841

Commending Washington Mill Elementary School.

VA HR392

Commending Kings Park Elementary School.

LA SCR15

Requests the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to create a Purple Star School Award Program.

VA SR280

Commending Bethel Manor Elementary School.

TX HR1681

Congratulating Dr. Lawrence A. Nixon Elementary School in El Paso ISD on receiving the Texas Purple Star Campus Designation from the Texas Education Agency.