VSBA is accepting submissions to be considered for the 2026 VSBA Products of Public Education publication. This publication will be distributed later this year and will celebrate the incredible individuals who have emerged from Virginia’s public schools and made a lasting impact in their communities, across the Commonwealth, and even nationwide.

Note: up to 12 submissions may be selected for the publication but all submissions will be compiled on the VSBA website.

We invite you to share the inspiring stories of your school division’s graduates and students – individuals who exemplify the power and success of public education. These stories could include:
  • Current Students: Individuals who are making waves locally, statewide, or nationally through community service, innovative projects, or organizations that contribute to their school or community.
  • Alumni: Graduates of public schools who have achieved notable success in their careers or made significant contributions at the local, state, or national level.
Examples of alumni could include: founders, astronauts, scientists, judges, professional/Olympic athletes, researchers, musicians, actors, etc.

We welcome short videos or brief written stories accompanied by photos to highlight these exceptional individuals. This publication will serve as a testament to the extraordinary impact of public education in Virginia.

Submission Details:
  • Deadline: Friday, June 5, 2026
  • Submission format: Short videos or written stories with photos.
  • Questions? Contact Bella Corbo at bella@vsba.org or call 434-295-8722 ext. 2.
  • School divisions may submit up to two submissions. Submissions will need to be sent in through separate forms.
If you are submitting a current student, you must provide a signed parental/legal guardian consent form. This consent form can be found here: (insert link to form here)

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* 1. Name of School Division (i.e. Division County Public Schools)

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* 2. Primary Contact Information for Submitter

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* 3. Name of Individual Being Submitted (First and Last)

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* 4. Current Status of Individual Being Submitted

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* 5. School(s) Attended in Your Division

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* 6. Graduation Year (if applicable)

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* 7. Current Role, Profession, or Accomplishment
(Example: Superintendent, Business Leader, Medical Researcher, Student Innovator, Public Servant, etc.)

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* 8. Why is this individual a "Product of Public Education?"
Briefly describe how their public school experience helped shape who they are today (No more than 300 words.)

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* 9. Describe the individual's impact or achievements.
Community, state, national, or global impact. What makes this story stand out? (No more than 300 words.)

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* 10. What specific public education experiences contributed to their success?
Examples: teachers, programs, extracurriculars, CTE, fine arts, athletics, mentorship, leadership opportunities, etc. (No more than 300 words.)

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* 11. Why should this story be highlighted in the 2026 VSBA Products of Public Education publication? (No more than 300 words.)

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* 12. Submission Type

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* 13. Please Upload Written Story (Word Document or PDF).

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* 14. Use the box below to copy link to video (1-2 minutes)
Please ensure that the video link privacy settings are set to "Public."

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* 15. Please attach a headshot of the person being submitted.

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* 16. Has the individual granted permission for VSBA to publish and share this content in (but not limited to) print, online, and on social media?
If yes, the VSBA will not be held liable if the person being submitted denies approval.

Submissions featuring current students require a signed VSBA Parent/Legal Guardian Media Consent Form. Submissions without this documentation will not be considered for publication.

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* 17. Is the individual a current student?
If yes, you will be directed to upload a signed VSBA Parent/Legal Guardian Media Consent Form (can be found by clicking here)

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* 18. Please upload Signed VSBA Parent/Legal Guardian Media Consent Form.

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* 19. Please attach any additional information you would like included.

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* 20. Please attach any additional information you would like included.

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* 21. Please use the below box to include any additional supporting links.

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* 22. Is there anything else you would like VSBA to know about this submission?

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