In order to develop and maintain a high-quality workforce, employees must be supported by a comprehensive approach to professional development that is aligned with the Division’s vision, mission and goals. Making Connections is an opportunity for all Albemarle County Public Schools educators to learn from and with each other on this division-wide professional learning day.

Who? All Albemarle County Public Schools Educators (Feel free to share this information with outside educators and community members who would provide quality presentations and workshops.)

What? Making Connections Conference—The conference will include over 100 conversations, presentations and workshops with a menu of choices unparalleled by any other local professional learning endeavor and geared specifically to the work we are engaged in here in Albemarle County Public Schools.

When? November 4, 2013, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Where? Monticello High School

How? Educators like you will respond to the “Making Connections Call for Proposals,” offering to facilitate conversations, presentations and workshops. Please take the opportunity to share and reflect on your work with your colleagues. Click here to submit a session proposal for Making Connections. The deadline for proposals is October 16.