Virginia Beach City Public Schools has celebrated many successes during Carolyn Rye's service on the School Board and her tenure as Chair. Carolyn was a vocal champion of universal full-day kindergarten from the time of her inaugural campaign for office eight years ago. The concept of family-school partnership resonates deeply with Carolyn. Prior to her service as a member of the Virginia Beach School Board, Carolyn volunteered countless hours as a member and officer of parent-teacher associations, including serving two terms as a PTA president, over fifteen years.