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Governor McAuliffe announced that Oakridge Elementary School’s Mosiac Program was among the first recipients of the Inaugural Governor’s Award for Excellence and Innovation in Education. Oakridge was selected from more than 120 nominations, 13 were selected for recognition and honored at the Executive Mansion Thursday, October 26th. Oakridge Elementary School’s Mosaic Program is a cross-curricular exemplary project that celebrates diversity and promotes a deeper learning of Virginia’s content standards and fosters a sense of community throughout Oakridge.