Vilas McMurray Grove, a white female born in 1900 in Hamilton, Virginia, had a career as a teacher in Loudoun County, Virginia from 1954 to 1970. She attended various colleges and had a total of 105 2/3 college credits, but did not hold a degree. Grove taught a range of subjects and grades, earning increasing salaries and positive ratings for her professionalism, cooperation, growth, success, and attitude as a teacher. She also taught in other counties in Virginia prior to her time in Loudoun County, accumulating a total of 16 1/2 years of teaching experience before her retirement. Grove's record provides insight into the professional life and career progression of a female teacher in the mid-20th century, highlighting the importance of punctuality, cooperation, and dedication to teaching.