Welcome back to what truly will be a momentous year for our division.
Our new year actually began this summer and several remarkable accomplishments defined the exceptional talents of our team. Continue reading
For the second consecutive year, VASCD is offering a FREE one-year membership to all new teachers in Virginia. Membership benefits include access to the VASCD newsletter, annual online journal, federal/state policy updates, webinars, twitter chats, and resources just for new teachers. Sign up today »
Last weekend was a rough one for many of our colleagues, so we’re extending the Open Enrollment period until midnight on Sunday the 20th in order to give everyone a few more days to consider your options, review your information in the online system, enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for next year, and make any changes you wish to your current lineup of benefits. Continue reading
The Fall 2017 Learning Catalog is now available online! Check out this fall’s schedule of classes, including topics like time management, better business writing, cultural diversity training, ergonomics, and so much more! Classes fill up quickly, so don’t delay—register today!
State Superintendent’s Memo #173-17, dated June 9, 2017, summarizes legislation passed by the 2016 and 2017 Virginia General Assemblies that directly impacts individuals applying for an initial license or seeking renewal of a license.
In summary: Continue reading
Jean Flaherty is entering her seventh year teaching music in Albemarle County, and last year, she started a concert band for Albemarle County school and local government employees. The band rehearses during the school year on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Burley Middle School (901 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville). Rehearsals this year begin Tuesday, August 29!
The band is open to people of all ability levels and performance experiences who are interested in making music together. Continue reading
Summer is a time for fun, games, and … TOYS! As many teachers around the country enjoy their summer vacation, we want to share an activity you can do with the children in your life to have fun while learning about how things are made. In the Toy Take Apart activity, created by the Tinkering Studio at the Exploratorium, discover the parts and pieces that make up your old toys. Here’s an overview of what this project entails »
It’s week 2 of Open Enrollment! Your benefits Open Enrollment period is only available through August 18th. If you’d like to attend a group information session, we have three remaining options: