virtual academy

The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Board of Education voted Tuesday to embed the district’s Virtual Academy within two other schools. Officials say the move is the result of declining enrollment and will save the district nearly $1 million.

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is considering eliminating the Virtual Academy’s elementary program, which could save the district nearly $1 million. Under this proposal, the Virtual Academy would serve 6th through 12th graders and become embedded within Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy.

The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Board of Education will meet on Friday afternoon to discuss reopening plans. Superintendent Angela Hairston will present…