Virginia School Board Restores Confederate Names

Shenandoah County reverses 2020 decision, sparking controversy over racial and historical implications.

Shenandoah County School Board in Virginia voted 5-1 to restore Confederate names to two schools.
This decision reverses a 2020 move to rename the schools amid a national racial reckoning.
Proponents argue the 2020 name changes were a reaction to protests, while opponents see the reversal as regressive.
Students and community members expressed concerns about the impact of honoring Confederate leaders.
The debate reflects broader tensions over how history and racial issues are addressed in public spaces.