High turnout election could impact Virginia Beach school schedule

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A special election next month could affect how students attend school, as officials weigh safety concerns tied to increased voter turnout at local polling places.

During last week’s school board meeting, leaders were briefed on security measures in place for both the recent 98th District special election and the upcoming congressional redistricting election in April.

“When you go to that many schools without additional security support, risks go up,” a school official said during the meeting.

School board member Melinda Rogers said 58 school buildings across the division are used as polling precincts during elections.



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