July 21, 2026
Dear Charlottesville City School families, I’m writing to let you know about a measure on this November’s ballot that could provide a new source of funds to ensure that our schools are safe and sec...
July 14, 2026
CHS graduates Lucas Arbelaez and Ben Rekosh feel right at home with Tom Sox BY JOHN SHIFFLETT | Charlottesville City Schools Ever since they first began playing in the Valley Baseball League in 201...
July 7, 2026
Jalen Brunson began building the foundation for championship success in Charlottesville BY JOHN SHIFFLETT | Charlottesville City Schools Long before he became a NBA champion, NBA Finals MVP, and a ...
July 1, 2026
Through UVA Fellowship, CHS teacher is exploring new ways to teach U.S. history BY JOHN SHIFFLETT | Charlottesville City Schools As the United States celebrates a milestone anniversary of the Decla...
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Meet the Principal
Dr. Summerlyn Thompson holds undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Virginia, along with a doctorate from Virginia Tech. Previously the longtime principal of Johnson Elementary, she became principal of Walker in 2023.
