Category Archives: Special Event

Crozet Trails Crew 7th Annual 5K Trail Race – October 8

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Crozet Trails CrewOn Saturday, October 8, 2016, the Crozet Trails Crew will hold their annual 5K Trail Race. You’re invited to join the fun! Registration ($20 online or $25 in person) includes race admission, a race t-shirt, and entrance into the Crozet Arts & Crafts Festival, which is held right after the race. There’s also a 400-meter Fun Run for kids up to 7 years old. Open the event flyer »

Race proceeds benefit the Crozet Trails Crew, a grassroots community organization whose mission is to connect Crozet and Western Albemarle with trails and greenways.

Deputy Superintendent Matt Haas Speaks About Changes to the High School Experience – September 21

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Debate Speaker SeriesAs part of Longwood University’s Debate Speaker Series, Albemarle County Public Schools’ Deputy Superintendent Matt Haas will speak on Wednesday, September 21, about “Shifting Policy & Perspective on High School.” Light hors d’oeuvres will be served at 5 p.m., and the presentation (followed by Q&A) will begin at 5:30 p.m. Voter registration also will be available! Event details »

2016 Citizen Fire & Rescue Academy Begins September 22

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ACFR LogoHave you ever wondered why fire trucks respond to calls for a sick person, why they block the road for a vehicle crash, or why they take the big truck to the store? Are you interested in learning how fire rescue uses your tax dollars or what emergency responders do while they’re not responding to an incident? If your curiosity is piqued, you should consider enrolling in Albemarle County’s 2016 Citizen Fire & Rescue Academy.

This FREE, five-night class is conducted with senior volunteer and career fire rescue personnel and provides an in-depth overview of the system. Continue reading →

2016 #AskaCurator Twitter Initiative – September 14

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Ask a CuratorDozens of museum curators worldwide are taking to Twitter on Wednesday, September 14, with the hashtag #AskaCurator to field as many questions as they can. It’s an opportunity that comes only once a year. Learn more »

Last year, Western Albemarle High School joined the fun. The French teacher had the students write Tweets in French on paper, while another group of students in the library typed them into Twitter. “One of our students, who was in the school production of The Diary of Anne Frank, was thrilled to get an answer from the Anne Frank House museum in Amsterdam,” recalls Melissa Techman, school librarian at Western Albemarle.

International Dot Day Is September 15th-ish

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International Dot DayInternational Dot Day, a global celebration of creativity, courage and collaboration, began on September 15, 2009, when teacher Terry Shay introduced his classroom to Peter H. Reynolds’ book, The Dot, a story of a caring teacher who dares a doubting student to trust in her own abilities. Each year on International Dot Day, the inspiration continues as people of all ages rediscover the power and potential of creativity in all they do.

Join the growing global community of creativity champions using their talents, gifts and energy to move the world to a better place. Sign up now and celebrate Dot Day on or around September 15th-ish! Get started »

Mobile Mammography Coming to a Location Near You!

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UVA Mobile MammographyThe UVA Mobile Mammography Coach is on the road with 3D capability and is headed to five Albemarle County locations this fall! Each clinic will operate from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. by appointment. Restrictions apply. Get the details »

Call (434) 243-4704 to reserve your space:

  • Friday, September 9 – County Office Building, McIntire Road
  • Wednesday, September 14 – Albemarle High School
  • Friday, October 14 – Western Albemarle High School
  • Monday, October 31 – County Office Building, 5th Street
  • Friday, November 11 – Monticello High School

Division-Level Meetings for Teachers – August 18

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Teacher MeetingDivision-level meetings for teachers will take place this Thursday, August 18.

Elementary meetings will take place at Brownsville Elementary School, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Meeting schedule »

Secondary meetings will take place at Henley Middle School, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. (U.S. History and American Studies will not meet.) Meeting schedule »

Questions? Contact Alison Dwier-Selden.

Paramount Arts Education Teacher Reception – August 18

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The Paramount Theater invites ALL school division employees to their annual Teacher Reception on August 18, from 4:30 to 6:30 in the evening. Come mingle with fellow educators, preview the 2016-17 arts education season, and learn about using The Paramount as a classroom resource. Open the invitation as a PDF »

Paramount Art Education Teacher Reception

Foster Parent Training Series: September 10 & 24, October 8

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Fall 2016 Foster Parent Training SessionsInterested in becoming a foster parent and/or adoptive parent? DePaul Community Resources’ next training series, including six sessions over the course of three Saturdays, starts September 10. Get the details »

On the fence? Consider attending the informational meeting on August 29, 6 to 7 p.m. Many of your questions will be answered, and you’ll hear about real experiences from a current foster parent.

For more information or to register, please call Kareena DaRosa, Foster Care Specialist, at (434) 977-9847.