The Congressional App Challenge, a congressional initiative to improve student engagement in coding and computer science, launched November 9, 2015, and will run through January 15, 2016. Over the next several weeks, high school students in participating districts can create and submit their original apps for the chance to be recognized by their Member of Congress. Get the details »
Author Archives: Division Compass
Making Reflections: Let Us Know Your Thoughts About Making Connections 2015
Can you believe it’s been over two weeks since Making Connections 2015? Now it’s time for Making Reflections. The Making Connections and Professional Development Planning teams would like to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to provide us with constructive feedback by Tuesday, November 24. Provide feedback »
CATEC Annual Thanksgiving Fundraiser – Place Your Order by Nov. 19 at Noon!
Apple walnut sausage stuffing, roasted turkey breast with gravy, pumpkin pie, oh my! Let CATEC Culinary Arts make your Thanksgiving catering needs a success and save you time and worry. The first and second year Culinary Arts students at CATEC want to take the stress out of Thanksgiving by making your favorite dish. Check out the menu and ordering instructions »
Don’t browse the menu too long—orders must be placed by 12 Noon this Thursday, November 19.
Assistant Superintendent Matt Haas Responds to Questions About the Paris Terrorist Attacks
Dear Colleagues,
We’ve had a couple of questions about how or whether schools should acknowledge the terrorist attacks in Paris this weekend. Of course, we are all saddened by this horrible incident, the lives that were lost, and the negative impact it will have on our world, especially our children. Continue reading
Looking for Grant Assistance? Meet Our New Legislative & Public Affairs Officer!
The Office of Strategic Communications is pleased to welcome Tim Shea to our team as our new Legislative & Public Affairs Officer. Please make it a point to contact Tim if he can be of assistance to you in building partnerships with our legislative and business communities or in securing grants that support the outstanding work you are doing on behalf of our students. Continue reading
Additional Holiday Leave for 12-Month Employees
Happy Thanksgiving! Yesterday evening, the Albemarle County School Board granted 12-month employees an additional half-day of annual leave on Wednesday, November 25. In alignment with the state’s Thanksgiving holiday schedule, school division offices will close at 12 noon on Wednesday, November 25.
Early Retirement (VERIP) Applications Due Dec. 1
Thinking about retiring? VERIP (early retirement) applications are due December 1! If you are considering retirement during the next fiscal year (July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017) and you will be under age 65, you may be eligible for an additional benefit under the County’s Voluntary Early Retirement Incentive Program (VERIP). Note: Ten-month School Division employees who wish to retire at the end of the school year will have a retirement date of July 1, 2016.
To be eligible for VERIP you must: Continue reading
Toy Drive 2015 – Donate by Dec. 3
This week kicks off the start of the 2015 Albemarle County Toy Drive to benefit Toy Lift Charities. Last year, Toy Lift gifted 3,750 children ages newborn through 8th grade with toys, books, and other needed items. The year, the number of children served is expected to grow.
Last year, Albemarle County staff provided 216 toys, 8 books, and $364 to help children in Albemarle and surrounding counties who benefit from Toy Lift Charities. Please consider making a donation of a new, unwrapped toy or book, or a monetary contribution by Thursday, December 3. Continue reading
Contemplating a Career Change? Human Resources Wants to Help You Meet Your Professional Goals!
Have you considered or desired a change from your current position to a different role? What type of position are you seeking? What is hindering you from potentially transitioning into that role? Do you hope to move into a leadership position or perhaps a different leadership position than you currently hold? If these are questions you have pondered, the ACPS Human Resources Department would like to hear from you! Take our survey »
Our survey fulfills a two-fold purpose: Continue reading
Startup Weekend EDU: Unique & FREE PD Opportunity – November 13-14
Do you or your students have innovative education ideas, or would you want to team up with others who do? Join us November 13-14 for two days of creative problem solving at Western Albemarle High School for Startup Weekend Education (SWEDU). Pursue innovative education ideas together with students, pre-K to college educators, designers, computer programmers, engineers, and entrepreneurs.
UPDATE: Based on feedback from previous and potential participants, we’ve made some adjustments to the schedule, branding and planning for the event: Continue reading