Human Resources Introduces “benefits FOCUS”

benefits FOCUSWelcome to the inaugural issue of benefits FOCUS, our new benefits update series that will run bi-weekly for the next few months, then quarterly thereafter. Leave issues, medical and dental plan … whatever the subject, we hope you will find benefits FOCUS a quick and important source of timely information about your Albemarle County Benefits. There’s a lot going on in the benefits world … Continue reading

ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Classroom Grant – Deadline Extended to April 16

ACS LogoSince 2008, over 600 high school chemistry teachers have received ACS-Hach High School Chemistry Classroom Grants to support ideas that enhance classroom learning, foster student development, and reveal the wonders of chemistry. Applications are now being accepted for the 2014-15 school year! Teachers can request up to $1,500 for their ideas. Applications must be submitted by April 16, 2014. Find out more >>>

Phi Delta Kappa Wants to Recognize Outstanding Educators – Nominate a Colleague by April 18

PDK Int'lThe University of Virginia Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) invites you to nominate your colleagues for recognition at their annual awards banquet this May. This is a wonderful opportunity to honor the educational excellence exhibited each day in our public schools! Continue reading

Budget Update

Superintendent Pam MoranDear Colleagues:

Welcome back from Spring Break! I hope you enjoyed time with family and friends. Between now and the last day of school on June 12, time will seem to fly. With more than the typical number of inclement weather days we’ve experienced this winter, I know we all feel the importance of maximizing academic learning time for quality learning each and every day. Learning is at the heart of our work. Having said that, I would like to take this opportunity to update you on some current events at the state and local level that will impact our work. Continue reading