The University of Virginia’s Lifetime Learning Program presents an inspiring, thought-provoking exploration of Thomas Jefferson’s Family, Friends and Foes, June 19-22, 2014! This four-day extended learning experience will include on-grounds housing, expert speakers on Jefferson, all meals, and an opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Thomas Jefferson. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: March 2014
Could You Be a Wellness Champion?
Each school or department needs at least one Wellness Champion. Wellness Champions promote, encourage and drive participation in BeWell Albemarle initiatives at their location. They initiate building and/or departmental level programs, bring employee feedback to Wellness Team members, and are engaged in the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle. Get involved >>>
Extreme Journey Summer Camp: Registration Now Open!
Registration is now underway for the annual Extreme Journey Summer Camp. Offered in partnership between Albemarle County Public Schools and The Journey Through Hallowed Ground, this program provides rising 6th, 7th and 8th grade students the opportunity to hike, bike, tube and canoe their way through several sites along our National Heritage Area, running from Gettysburg to Monticello. This year’s camp instructors will be the dynamic duo of Julie Stavitski, Social Studies teacher at Jack Jouett, and Laura Lewis, ESOL teacher at Cale. Open the Extreme Journey flyer to learn more.
Shannon Foundation 2014-15 Teacher Grants
The Edgar and Eleanor Shannon Foundation for Excellence in Public Education wants to help teachers and schools implement their best ideas. The Foundation funds projects that directly involve and benefit students. Further, the Foundation encourages proposals for projects that would not ordinarily be funded as part of regular school budgets. Completed applications must be signed by the school principal and submitted on or before April 25, 2014. Learn more about funding criteria and submission. Continue reading
Join the Genius Hour at Tom Tom!
ACPS is working with the Tom Tom Festival on an education track this year. The focus of the education track is the maker revolution, with an opportunity to showcase the collaborative, project-based learning going on in each and every one of our schools. We are hoping you can bring a small group of students to demonstrate some of the innovating work going on in your school. The “Genius Hour” will take place Saturday, April 12, at Lee Park (just north of the downtown mall, along 2nd street by the market) from 12 noon to 2 p.m. For more information and to sign up, please refer to the Genius Hour Application. Have questions? Email Nicole Storm at nstorm@k12albemarle.org.
Education Week Featuring Teaching Channel Videos
As part of a new editorial partnership, Education Week now features a weekly selection from the Teaching Channel, a nonprofit organization that provides high-quality videos on inspiring and effective teaching practices. Watch and share with colleagues. Continue reading
