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Apply for a 2017-18 Shannon Grant by April 21!

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Shannon-Foundation-BannerThe Edgar and Eleanor Shannon Foundation for Excellence in Public Education wants to help teachers and schools implement their best ideas. Two levels of proposals are invited for the 2017-18 school year:

  • Level 1 grants, not to exceed $750, will be awarded to classroom teachers for projects that support original and innovative student activities.
  • Level 2 grants, not to exceed $5,000, may be awarded to schools for creative projects that enhance student learning across age and grade levels.

Completed applications must be submitted to Tim Shea (tshea@k12albemarle.org), Legislative and Public Affairs Officer, by April 21, 2017. Continue reading →

Teacher Transfer Requests Due by March 15; Tenured Teachers May Apply Through June 15

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Teacher Working With StudentTeacher Transfer Requests are now open to all tenured teachers desiring new assignments for the upcoming school year. Teachers who are on a Performance Improvement Plan or who will be on an active improvement plan for the upcoming school year are not eligible to apply for a transfer. All other non-tenured teachers are welcome to apply for jobs online as vacancies become available. Continue reading →

ODU Educational Leadership Conference for Aspiring & New School Leaders – June 22

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Old Dominion UniversityThe Educational Leadership Program at Old Dominion University announces its 4th Annual Working Conference for aspiring and current school leaders on June 22, 2017, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year, the focus of this FREE conference is on providing support and development opportunities for new leaders and those who aspire to transition into leadership positions. Open the conference flyer »

Call for Proposals: You are invited to submit a conference proposal that will provide valuable professional learning for aspiring and new administrators. Proposals may be submitted to present in a round table format (25 minutes) or in a breakout session (75 minutes). The deadline for proposal submission is April 1. Learn more »

Calendar Update: March 31 Will Be a Non-Student Day

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March 31Recent news regarding a change to the school calendar: At their meeting on February 23, the School Board voted to restore Friday, March 31, as a Green Work Day (non-student day). Previously, March 31 was scheduled as an inclement weather make-up day. Now on March 31, eligible staff will commute via internet and telephone. Buildings will be in “weekend mode,” with reduced use of heating and air conditioning, fuel, and electricity. Students will not attend school. View the Standard Operating Procedure for Green Work Days »

Google for Education @ the Virginia Summit, Mar. 11-12

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GoogleGoogle for Education will be featured at the Virginia Summit at Charlottesville High School on March 11-12, 2017. ProfDev@k12albemarle.org has secured 20 registration spots and will add more as needed in conjunction with principals. If you are interested, please complete a row in this Google form NO LATER THAN March 3, 2017. Someone from the Professional Development Team will follow up with you by March 9 to confirm your status.

3rd Annual WinterSongs Benefit Concert – Feb. 25

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WinterSongs 2017The annual WinterSongs benefit concert is back! Female vocalists from eight area middle and high schools, along with the University of Virginia’s Virginia Belles, will join together this Saturday, February 25, to raise money for the Shelter for Help in Emergency. This marks the third year of the tribute, which has raised thousands of dollars to assist victims in need. The Shelter provides aid, counseling and protection for victims of domestic abuse.

The concert begins at 5 p.m. There is no admission charge, but donations to the Shelter are encouraged. Doors will open at 4:30. The concert also will be live-streamed! For more details, check out our news release.

YouTube Kids: An Educational Video Resource

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YouTube KidsYouTube Kids is an educational video resource targeting pre-K and early elementary school.

What teachers say about it: “Teachers can use videos as supplemental resources, with hundreds of clips and full episodes available from favorites such as Sesame Street, Daniel Tiger, Peg + Cat, and more. In addition, both the “Learning” and the “Music” sections feature scores of educational songs and sing-alongs you could use as whole-class activities.”

Budget Update – Feb. 22, 2017

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Superintendent Pam MoranDear Colleagues:

At their February 7th work session, our School Board adopted a funding request for the 2017-18 school year. The interim county executive, Doug Walker, presented his recommended budget, including the School Board’s funding request, on February 17. Based upon Mr. Walker’s presentation, no property tax increases would be necessary for 2017-18. Continue reading →

VASCD’s Social-Emotional Learning Institute

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VASCDTuesday, March 14, 2017 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Jepson Center at Mary Washington

VASCD’s 2017 Whole Child Institute focuses on the importance of social-emotional learning and its place in the classroom and school. Participants will hear from Susan Craig, author of Trauma-Sensitive Schools: Learning Communities Transforming Children’s Lives, K-5, as well as Virginia teachers and administrators whose efforts in this area are making a difference for students every day. Learn more about VASCD’s Social-Emotional Learning Institute »