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The troupe now moves on to the Southeastern Theatre Conference competition this spring.
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This Lafayette junior founded Lexington’s African American Ballet Troupe.
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The superintendent welcomes their perspectives and ideas for improvements.
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The districtwide showcase is set for Jan. 6.
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N.Y. magazine editor describes how education pulled her out of despair.
FCPS outperforms the state averages and shows progress in key areas.
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Jacob Ball has taught at Carter G. Woodson for five years.
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Fellow board members accepted the resignation of Tom Jones.