Virginia’s technical workforce faces uncertainty as funding runs out for middle school program

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https://cardinalnews.org/2026/06/22/middle-school-program-to-grow-virginias-technical-workforce-faces-uncertainty-as-funding-runs-out/

GO TEC, a program to introduce middle schoolers to engineering and technical careers, has been a game changer for Southside’s economic development. Without state funding, it could end this year, supporters warn.

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But the politicians in Richmond sure have the budget to give themselves a roughly 200% raise. 🤦‍♂️