>>Virginia Beach City Council Gets Heated Over Educational Challenges
(Virginia Beach, VA) -- Virginia Beach City Council held a contentious meeting to discuss Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives in local schools. Katie Gray has the latest.Preview: SCRIPT:
Mutliple Community members, including students and parents, advocated for DEI programs, while others raised concerns about potential distractions from pressing issues like student discipline and teacher shortages. 13 News Now reports that the council ultimately voted 5-6 to continue the suspension of DEI initiatives. Attendees passionate on both sides showcasing the ongoing debate over the DEI discussions while balancing priorities with other educational challenges.