Fairfax County Schools superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid said Virginia s schools celebrated students unique abilities, and denied withholding awards to protect feelings.
The prospective guidance was proposed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin in a televised interview aired Wednesday, amid public outcry over 16 schools decision to delay notifying students.
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares says at least 13 high schools failed to let students know they won merit awards, causing them to miss out on scholarships.
Seven high schools in Fairfax County, Virginia have recently admitted to not informing their students of their prestigious national merit recognition. It caused students to miss important college deadlines.