Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBSchools) highlighted recent updates and initiatives through a series of posts on September 24, 2025. The district commended the actions of two School Resource Officers (SROs), promoted community involvement in gifted education, and encouraged families to use communication tools.
In a post published at 19:00 UTC, VBSchools recognized the efforts of SRO Crescenzi from Kellam High School and SRO Kolmer from Ocean Lakes High School. The post stated: “Congratulations to Kellam HS SRO Crescenzi & Ocean Lakes HS SRO Kolmer of @VBPD !
Their quick actions helped save a student in crisis & connect them with ongoing support. Thanks for all you do for our students
#WeAreVBSchools #VBCPSProud https://t.co/OKAYdrLeAD” (September 24, 2025).
Later that day at 21:00 UTC, VBSchools reminded parents, guardians, and community members about an opportunity to participate in educational planning. The post read: ” Only 2 days left! Parents, guardians & community members in the Ocean Lakes & Salem zones apply to serve on the Citizens Advisory Committee for Gifted Education.
Help shape learning for gifted students! Apply by 9/25: https://t.co/NFejapsNQT
#VBCPSVolunteers #WeAreVBSchools https://t.co/0FQ9Y8rSCy” (September 24, 2025).
At 23:00 UTC on the same day, VBSchools encouraged families to utilize ParentSquare for school communications. The message stated: “Stay in the loop with your child’s school! Get messages, attendance alerts, & reminders w/ParentSquare.
iOS: https://t.co/xG84oqs0z5
Android: https://t.co/XKgR48KNra
#WeAreVBSchools #VBCPSFamilies https://t.co/vPYmoOB0dg” (September 24, 2025).
Virginia Beach City Public Schools is one of Virginia’s largest school districts and frequently communicates with its stakeholders via social media platforms such as X (formerly Twitter). These posts reflect ongoing efforts by the district to recognize staff contributions, involve community members in advisory roles related to gifted education programs, and encourage engagement through digital tools.
