Stacy Stanford is the Principal of the Virtual Learning Academy, joining the team in 2024. Mrs. Stanford holds a Bachelor’s degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Master’s in Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Averett University, which she earned in 2007. In 2017, she received her Administration and Supervision Leadership endorsement from Longwood College. With 23 years of experience in education, Mrs. Stanford brings a wealth of knowledge from her career with Hanover County Public Schools, where she has held various teaching and leadership roles. Most recently, she has served as Principal of Virtual Learning for Hanover County Online School. 

Outside of her professional life, Mrs. Stanford and her husband have two children who keep them busy. She enjoys spending her free time at the beach, watching baseball, and being with family and friends.

Mrs. Stanford firmly believes that learning extends beyond the walls of a school and takes place within each child’s community. She emphasizes the importance of community partnerships to provide education children deserve and need for success. In a virtual learning environment, she advocates for active family engagement and support, ensuring students are provided with a dynamic and enriching learning experience to lead them to success. 

Stacy_Stanford@ccpsnet.net
(804) 818-5630

Will McClain joined Chesterfield Virtual School in 2023 following four years of service at Falling Creek Middle School.  His career began in Henrico County where he taught social studies for nine years before moving into instructional leadership. 

Dr. McClain grew up in Greenville, SC and attended college at Randolph-Macon College.  While teaching in Henrico County, Dr. McClain earned degrees in Administration & Supervision (M. Ed.) and Curriculum & Instruction (Ed. D.).  His career in education has afforded Dr. McClain opportunities to learn in Henrico County, Petersburg City, Chesterfield County, and the Virginia Center for Restorative Justice.

Dr. McClain is passionate about the mental health and social/emotional resiliency of our students, staff, and community partners.  Dr. McClain believes that education exists far beyond the reach of walls and desks, and he is excited to be a member of the team leading Chesterfield to the pinnacle of success in virtual education.

Dr. McClain views a collaborative school community as the key to nurturing successful growth and development. He believes partnerships with parents and community partners are essential to enriching the experience at Chesterfield Virtual School.

During his free time Dr. McClain enjoys sitting on the beach with his wife, Suzanne, hiking, fishing, and trying to get to as many baseball stadiums as they can.

William_McClain@ccpsnet.net
(804) 818-5630

Mr. Patterson is an Assistant Principal for the Virtual Learning Academy. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in History from Hampden-Sydney College in 2006 and his Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Virginia Tech in 2017. Mr. Patterson taught history and science for 11 years at Manchester Middle School before becoming the Dean of Students at Thomas Dale High School in 2018. He joined the Virtual Learning Academy in the fall of 2021. In addition to teaching and administration, Mr. Patterson has coached football at the high school level and track and field at the middle school level. He and his wife have two boys, a four and a seven year old, and a chocolate lab. In his free time, Mr. Patterson enjoys cheering on the Atlanta Braves, Washington Commanders, and Virginia Tech Hokies. He also coaches youth sports and enjoys getting outside to take advantage of all that Richmond has to offer.

Mr. Patterson believes that every student can achieve academic success through collaboration between home and school. Together, we can ensure that all students at the Virtual Learning Academy achieve academic and social success and the skills to continue as lifelong learners.

Clinton_Patterson@ccpsnet.net
(804) 818-5630