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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Announces Free Admission to Samurai Armor Exhibition for Teachers

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The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) in Richmond is offering preschool and K-12 teachers (public and private schools) and Commonwealth of Virginia employees free admission to the new exhibition, Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller. The exhibition is available at VMFA through August 4, 2024. Commonwealth employees and educators should call 804-340-1405 to make their reservations and show their employee IDs or badges at the Visitor Services Desk in the museum when picking up their tickets. One free ticket is available per badge.

Read the full press release from VMFA for details.

Refer a Bus Driver & Receive a $1,000 Bonus

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Albemarle County Public Schools is looking for bus drivers and hoping that our employees may be able to help! Every employee can help recruit by sharing information about these positions and the joy of serving the community by working with children and students.

Any ACPS employee who refers a candidate who successfully completes training will receive a $1,000 bonus! (The applicant must list the ACPS employee’s name to qualify for the bonus.) In addition, that driver will receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus once they earn their CDL license and receive a route assignment. Continue reading →

“Aspiring Leaders” PD Sessions – June 12

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Teachers: Are you looking to develop your leadership skills? The Aspiring Leaders sessions, presented by UVA, will equip aspiring leaders with the knowledge, skills and dispositions to foster an inclusive, collaborative and reflective school culture, driving continuous improvement and positive educational outcomes. Register in the PLMS to join us at Lakeside Middle School on June 12! Continue reading →

Spotlight on Equity Education, May 2024 Issue

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This year, the Equity Education Specialists team has worked with over 500 educators, administrators and leaders on our new culturally responsive programming! We have gathered feedback along the way to ensure clear expectations and pathways for the book study, micro-credential, and our new program for certification. Our May issue of Spotlight on Equity Education features information about how you can move your work forward with the book study or micro-courses over the summer. Continue reading →

Join acac in May & Receive a $50 Credit, Plus 2 Free Personal Training Sessions!

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acac Fitness and Wellness Centers offer a variety of programs to meet your fitness needs through fun and healthy activities for everyone. acac is not just a gym, but a community of support with over 300 weekly group classes, personal training opportunities, aquatic programs, nutrition services, and much more. Albemarle County Public Schools employees qualify for discounted rates! Get started living your best life… call or stop by your local acac to learn more.

Join this May and receive a $50 acac gift credit, plus two free personal training sessions (a $200 value)! Continue reading →

Invitation to Join the ACPS Cell Phone Policy Enforcement Committee

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Dear Colleagues,

I hope this message finds you all well. As part of our ongoing efforts to maintain the highest standards of educational excellence and student well-being, Albemarle County Public Schools (ACPS) is committed to continuously improving our policies and practices. An area of significant focus is the effective enforcement of our Cell Phone Policies in our middle and high schools, which is crucial for maintaining a productive learning environment. Continue reading →

2024-25 Staff Work Calendars Now Published

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Staff calendars for the 2024-25 school year are now published on the Time and Attendance Documentation web page (under “Employees” or “Timekeepers”). Please use the published work calendars for guidance on your schedule rather than what you see on your future timecard, as timecards do not always show holidays and non-workdays until the actual work week.

2024-25 Staff Work Calendars

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