As the court prepares to deliver its ruling, the implications of this decision loom large over Virginia’s educational landscape. Should the judge rule in favor of the stay, it could delay critical funding necessary for schools already grappling with disparities exacerbated by the pandemic. Conversely, a denial of the stay may compel the state to lift restrictions on the funding allocations previously imposed by the Trump administration. This tension has created a critical moment in which stakeholders—including educators, parents, and local officials—are anxiously awaiting…