Willoughby Early Childhood Center

 COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA

 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

P.O. BOX 2120

RICHMOND, VA 23218-2120

 November 4, 2022

 Dear Laundrell Gates:

 I am pleased to provide you with this certificate of recognition from the Virginia Department of Education highlighting Willoughby Early Childhood Center selection as a 2022-2023 Purple Star Second Designation Award recipient. The Council applauds and appreciates your school's outstanding commitment to serving the needs of military students and families. Your dedicated program truly serves as an inspiring model for other schools across Virginia.

 Once again, congratulations for being a Purple Star recipient and for your continuous support of Virginia's military students and families.

  Sincerely,