Elementary DPLC Follow-up & HMH Professional Learning Opportunities

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Division Compass

Elementary Teachers: Thank you for attending our April 29 DPLC day. Our HMH Into Reading representatives aimed to familiarize you with the various components of HMH Into Reading and where to find them online, and how to access Teacher’s Corner, the professional learning piece of HMH Ed. We recognize that some sessions were more successful than others at achieving these goals, and we know that there is still a need for additional training so you can go into the summer with a clear understanding of how to plan for instruction. Continue reading →

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Announces Free Admission to Samurai Armor Exhibition for Teachers

Posted on May 17, 2024 by Division Compass

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) in Richmond is offering preschool and K-12 teachers (public and private schools) and Commonwealth of Virginia employees free admission to the new exhibition, Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller. The exhibition is available at VMFA through August 4, 2024. Commonwealth employees and educators should call 804-340-1405 to make their reservations and show their employee IDs or badges at the Visitor Services Desk in the museum when picking up their tickets. One free ticket is available per badge.

Read the full press release from VMFA for details.

“Aspiring Leaders” PD Sessions – June 12

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Division Compass

teacher with students learning in classroom

Teachers: Are you looking to develop your leadership skills? The Aspiring Leaders sessions, presented by UVA, will equip aspiring leaders with the knowledge, skills and dispositions to foster an inclusive, collaborative and reflective school culture, driving continuous improvement and positive educational outcomes. Register in the PLMS to join us at Lakeside Middle School on June 12! Continue reading →

Professional Development Opportunity for Three ACPS Educators

Posted on May 13, 2024 by Division Compass

ACPS Human Resources is excited to fund three educators (who will join one administrator) to attend the Center for Black Educator Development’s 8th annual Black Men in Education Convening this November 21-23. Continue reading →

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from the Albemarle Foundation for Education!

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Division Compass

Next week, May 6-10, is Teacher Appreciation Week! In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Albemarle Foundation for Education (AFE) has partnered with local businesses to provide discounts and special offers for our extraordinary educators and school staff! Please visit AFE’s Teacher Appreciation Week web page to learn more about available special offers! While some discounts are good next week only, others are available year-round.

Mary Baldwin University Informational Meeting – April 30

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Division Compass

Are you interested in earning a teaching license or an additional endorsement, such as Reading Education, Gifted Education, or Authentic Learning and Leading, or maybe a Special Education add-on? If so, Mary Baldwin University invites you to participate in an informational session on Tuesday, April 30, to hear about their Teacher Education programs. This virtual meeting will take place at 4 p.m. via Zoom. Continue reading →

Summer 2024 Professional Development Opportunities

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Division Compass

The Office of Professional Development is excited to announce a variety of professional learning opportunities for staff this June, July and August! Offerings include required professional development as well as choice-based professional learning opportunities. Course details are now available through our Professional Development: Summer 2024 Opportunities Courses web page! Please visit the page often, as we will continue adding new opportunities and updating course details as they are finalized. Continue reading →

Homebound Instructors Needed Immediately

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Division Compass

male home tutor helping high school girl with studies

The homebound program is once again in need of teachers. Specifically, we are looking for teachers who are interested in supporting high school students. Albemarle High School is in immediate need, but Western Albemarle and Monticello high schools will have increased need in the coming weeks. You must have a current teaching license to be eligible. If you are interested, please contact Ashby Kindler at akindler@k12albemarle.org or 434-249-6491.

DPLC & CRT Professional Development Schedule for April 29

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Division Compass

We are looking forward to our next and final 2023-24 Division Professional Learning Community (DPLC) and Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) Professional Development (PD) Day on Monday, April 29. Our schedule for April 29 is the same as last month’s DPLC schedule; please review the schedule carefully and regularly, as we are still in the process of ensuring that there are no space conflicts.

April 29 DPLC & CRT PD Schedule

Questions? Please reach out to Megan Wood.