I believe this law can greatly improve the learning environment for children in Virginia. Northern Virginia is becoming increasingly diverse and with that we need teaches who can navigate through the changes that come. We also need teachers to be aware of how one’s background may affect their ability to perform in school, how they react to situations, and countless other aspects of life. I also am very glad that Virginia is committing to hiring more people from diverse backgrounds. I can’t even put into words how the impact of having a teacher who looks like me or comes from the same background as me makes me feel. That teacher can be a person to trust and can help a student feel more comfortable with coming forward with any issues. This law is a wonderful step forward in the right direction.