Automotive Technology Program Training – Registration Extended to October 8!

Automotive Tech StudentAttention school counselors: Registration for this training opportunity has been extended to October 8!

The Virginia Department of Education in partnership with the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association presents the Automotive Technology Program Training on October 15, 2014 at Northern Virginia Community College. Designed for school counselors, this four-hour training will focus on career opportunities for students interested in the automotive technology industry. Continue reading

Learning Differences MOOC-Ed

Frustrated StudentTeachers: Are you working to meet the individual needs of your students every day? The Learning Differences Massive Open Online Course for Educators (MOOC-Ed) opens on Oct. 6 and ends on Nov. 14. This free course is intended for teachers and coaches who want to learn more about and develop tangible approaches to address learning differences, such as executive function, working memory, and motivation. View the course outline »

benefits FOCUS – October 1, 2014

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What’s the BIG news?

This afternoon, Human Resources presented information to the Board of Supervisors in preparation for discussions we’ll be having with the Joint Boards on October 8th. At that time, we’ll be presenting items for the Boards’ consideration, which will include compensation, medical/dental, and sick leave policy recommendations. In the meantime, we want you to be aware of the topics that will be up for discussion. Continue reading

Onsite Flu Clinics Begin October 13 and Continue Through Mid-November

My flu shot fought hungerATTENTION ALL EMPLOYEES (including temporary, substitutes, interns, and student teachers): You are eligible to receive a flu vaccination with no out of pocket cost, even if you are not covered on the County insurance plan!

BeWell Albemarle is partnering with Giant Pharmacy to bring flu vaccinations to over 50 school and local government sites. Employees may go to any County site to get the flu vaccination. Find out more and view the schedule »