Dear Colleagues:
We are expecting guidance this week from Governor Northam and the state department of education on how schools will operate in the new school year as we continue to take protective measures against the spread of COVID-19 illness. Among the options we are considering is delaying the start of school until September. Continue reading
Dear ACPS Employees: As you wind down this most unusual school year, we want you to know that BeWell Albemarle understands that your emotional needs during this challenging time may not be minimized by the start of the summer break. Be assured: We are here for you.
The BeWell Albemarle team is working throughout the summer, and we’ll be available to listen, answer your questions, and provide you with resources, such as those listed below, to help you with your challenges as we move through this new world together: Continue reading
Are you looking for a different type of professional learning experience? Would you enjoy trying new instructional strategies in an exciting multi-age learning environment? If so, please join Learning Technology Integrators (LTIs), Instructional Coaches, and Talent Development Resource Teachers for Virtual CoderDojo 2020. Continue reading
Dear Colleagues:
As public health conditions improve in Virginia and the governor begins lifting some of the public health restrictions regarding Covid-19, we are planning for your safe return to work.
These past several months have been trying for all of us, both as professionals and personally. I want to commend each of you for how well and how enthusiastically you have met the needs of our students, families, and each other, whether working from home or supporting programs in person, such as the distribution of meals to students and families in need. Continue reading
May 29 – Free Lunch for Veterans & Public Safety Personnel from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
May 29 – Virtual Roll Call Meeting @ 7 p.m.
Month of June – Virtual 4 Our Freedom 5K
Licensure Specialist Michael Thomas will be hosting two Licensure Q&A sessions this week:
Thursday, May 28, at 12 p.m. – Click here to join
Friday, May 29, at 1 p.m. – Click here to join
Michael will review recent licensure modifications passed by the Virginia General Assembly (see below). These modifications address the hands-on aspect of CPR for renewal and initial licensure and the status of provisional licenses and renewable licenses that expire June 30, 2020. Keep in mind: All emergency modifications expire January 1, 2021. Continue reading
Dear Colleagues,
The following communication will be shared later today with 6th-grade students and families regarding the school division’s decision to eliminate weighted grades: Continue reading
As we wrap up our work with students this spring, we are all turning our attention to preparing for working with students in August. Given that so much in our community remains unsure, our focus for summer professional development (PD) has shifted to provide timely support to help teachers prepare for and meet the challenges that lie ahead. Continue reading
The 2020 Golden Apple Awards, sponsored by Better Living Building Supply and Cabinetry, were presented through a virtual ceremony yesterday, May 21. The awards honored 44 teachers from public and private schools in Albemarle County and Charlottesville City for excellence in teaching and active community involvement. Congratulations to all of the recipients!
Secondary Teachers: As we approach the end of the school year, here are a few things to be aware of with regard to your Schoology courses moving forward: Continue reading