Alumni react to Armstrong High School renaming

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Alumni from one of Richmond’s oldest public schools are speaking out following a recent decision to rename Armstrong High School.

During a Tuesday, Dec. 2 meeting, the Richmond School Board members voted unanimously to restore the school’s former name, Armstrong-Kennedy High School, citing strong community advocacy.

Supporters say the change helps reclaim history that was lost, while others argue the decision overlooks more pressing needs…

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