AVR
The Academy at Virginia Randolph
Know Her story
Live Her Legacy
~ Virginia E. Randolph
Live Her Legacy
~ Virginia E. Randolph
Henrico Learner Profile (HLP) 6C Focus
8th Grade - History
SOL/Standard - VUS.8, VUS.12
Social Studies: Describing the cultural, economic, and political issues that divided the nation, including tariffs, slavery, the abolitionist and women's suffrage movements and the role of the states in the Union.
Learning Experience
Historical awareness isn’t merely about the past; it shapes our present and influences our trajectory. Students embrace the richness of Women’s History Month by researching the life and legacy of Virginia Estelle Randolph. By understanding her educational goals and mission, our students relate her success to their own educational achievements and personal growth. Through collaboration, they discover information about Ms. Randolph and apply this wisdom to envision a brighter future for themselves.
What did the student(s) learn about this experience:
"This is the first school I've attended where I researched the school's history." Virginia E. Randolph was an amazing woman, educator, and person of interest." - Toneca
"Our school has a legacy block in which students study, participate in student organizations, etc. Having researched Virginia E. Randolph, I now understand the meaning of "legacy" and why this is important to our school's culture." - Britany
What did the teacher enjoy about this experience:
"Watching the students' faces as they discovered the history of their school was most enjoyable. As they understand the significance of Virginia E. Randolph and how her legacy impacts their lives, is a profound awakening." - Sherrie Jarvis
Additional Pictures, Media & Artifacts
Student holds the VA Randolph banner that was created for this project.
Collaboration at it's best! Students decide which facts to include in the presentation.
Our H21 student team looks good in the new H21 t-shirts.
Students learn more and more about Virginia E. Randolph's life, & contributions to education.
Photo of original bust sculptured in 1954
Profile of original bust sculptured in 1954
Virginia Randolph Historical Marker located in Building B
Vintage "throw" depicting the Virginia Randolph Museum in Henrico County
Students recognize artifacts of Virginia Randolph stored in AVR library.
Thank you to the innovators who helped make this experience possible:
Sherrie Jarvis (Our H21 teacher, Math Department Chair)
Carrie Simmons (ILC - Innovative Learning Coach)
Susan Franzak (Librarian)
Amy Stills (CTE teacher)
Dr. Eric Armbruster (Principal)
AVR/PACE teachers and staff
