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After more than 11 years on the school board, longtime Meherrin River District representative Amy McClure called it quits at the end of January. Her resignation took effect as of Feb. 1 and McClure said it’s been an honor, but it’s time to step away. 

“It has been an incredible honor to serve the students, families, and educators of Lunenburg County Public Schools,” said McClure. “As a proud product of LCPS and a parent of two children in the division, I have always been deeply committed to ensuring that our schools provide the best possible education and support for our students.”

The school board and district staff praised McClure’s work over the last 11 years, saying she’s helped Lunenburg schools in a number of ways. They say she was instrumental in implementing BoardDocs, a digital platform that modernized board operations and improved accessibility. McClure also helped establish the Student Liaison program to elevate student voices in decision-making and was a strong advocate for student well-being. She also led efforts to adjust the start time of regular board meetings from 7:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., ensuring students could participate in the process without being out too late. The staff also pointed out McClure’s work during the pandemic. 

“(She) played a key role in helping LCPS navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continued learning opportunities and essential student services during an unprecedented time in education,” district staff said in a statement. 

Beyond Lunenburg County 

McClure served for three years on the Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) Board of Directors, first as Southern Region Chair and later as a Member at Large. As a part of this role, she collaborated with state leaders on HB 585, a legislative initiative passed by the 2022 Virginia General Assembly to reform statewide summative assessments.  Working alongside the Virginia Secretary of Education, the Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction, and other key stakeholders, McClure contributed to the development of Virginia’s new accountability and accreditation system.

Looking for a successor for Amy McClure

Now a new representative is needed to serve the remaining time on her term. There are a few rules to follow, however, if you want to apply. First, you must be a registered voter in the Meherrin River District to apply. Second, you have to put together a cover letter and resume, which will be sent to Clerk of the School Board Kristin Peebles. You can do that via email at kristin.peebles@k12lcps.org or by mailing it to 1009 Main Street, Kenbridge VA 23944. 

Overall, McClure said she’s been honored to serve and looks forward to seeing how the district develops in the years to come. 

“Serving on this board has been one of the greatest honors of my life, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have worked alongside so many dedicated individuals,” McClure said. “Though I am stepping away from this role, my commitment to public education and the success of Lunenburg County Public Schools remains strong.  I look forward to seeing the division continue to grow and thrive in the years ahead.”