Monthly Archives: June 2014

Communications at Work: Media Spotlight

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ACPS in the NewsMIT Professor Leads Unique Summer Program in Albemarle County (June 29, 2014)

A professor from MIT is leading a unique summer program in Albemarle County. The Maker Space Academy is sponsored by Albemarle County schools, and offers kids in the Southwood community a place to learn and play. More on NBC 29 »

Camp Explores Historical ‘Hallowed Ground’ (June 27, 2014)

For two weeks, students in Charlottesville and Albemarle County have been taking trips to learn about some of the things that never made it into the history books. More on NBC29 »

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Policy Updates: June 2014

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Policy UpdatesAlbemarle County Public Schools maintains over 600 policies. Our policies are locally developed through our work with the Virginia School Boards Association and they are tied to Virginia Code. Several are locally developed. Our policies translate our core values of excellence, young people, community and respect into the backbone of our daily operations and aspirations for students. You can stay up-to-date on policy revisions, additions and deletions through the ACPS website! View the June 2014 policy updates (ACPS user name and password required).

New Guidance from the U.S. Department of Education Regarding Sexual Violence & the Responsibilities of Public Schools

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U.S. Department of Education SealOn April 29, 2014, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued new guidance describing the responsibilities of colleges, universities, and public schools to address sexual violence and other forms of sex discrimination under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Continue reading →

Communications at Work: Media Spotlight

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ACPS in the NewsLast Day of School for Baker-Butler Elementary (June 17, 2014)
Principal Dave Cushman addresses the students over the intercom for the last time before retiring after 25 years of service to the county Thursday on the last day of school at Baker-Butler Elementary School in Albemarle County, VA. See the image on Daily Progress »

Program at Henley Middle School exposes students to entrepreneurship (June 17, 2014)
About a dozen Albemarle County eighth graders have developed viable turnkey business plans that are turning the heads of local entrepreneurs and school leaders. More on Daily Progress »

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NMSI’s “Laying the Foundation” Summer Institute Training, August 11-14

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NMSI LogoSecondary Teachers: The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) invites you to their “Laying the Foundation” Summer Institute this August 11-14, hosted by Woodrow Wilson High School in Washington, D.C.

What We Offer
NMSI’s Laying the Foundation offers hands-on training, resources, and ongoing coaching support for math, science and English teachers. In this content-focused, pedagogy-driven training, teachers will learn how to better engage and prepare your students for academic success! Continue reading →

benefits FOCUS – Special Open Enrollment Edition

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benefits FOCUSSpecial Edition – June 13, 2014

What’s the BIG news?

The annual Open Enrollment period will begin this Sunday, June 15th! This year, ALL benefits-eligible employees must log-in to the Open Enrollment site, review your information, make any changes you want (if applicable), and then hit the CONFIRM button to save your visit—even if you are not currently enrolled in our medical/dental/Flexible Spending Account (FSA), do not wish to do so for next year, or are not planning on making any changes to your current benefits. Continue reading →

End of Year!

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Superintendent Pam MoranDear Colleagues:

It has been an extraordinary year of learning for the more than 13,200 students who attend our schools!

When I visited classrooms this year, I saw young people building and sustaining creativity, engaging in critical thinking, working collaboratively, and communicating effectively, acquiring learning competencies that will serve them for a lifetime. Continue reading →