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VDOE Updates
Take a “Byte” of Computer Science with CodeVA PD Opportunities
All Virginia K-12 educators are invited to join CodeVA for spring Learning Bytes, professional learning sessions that support Computer Science SOL integration and build knowledge and self-efficacy! CodeVA’s new flexible format includes a webinar-style instruction in the opening hour and an optional interactive second hour. All registrants receive follow-up recordings. Weekday, after school, and Saturday morning sessions are available.
SREB and National Geographic Society Webinar Series
These free webinar series provide the tools, strategies and resources teachers can use to inspire the next generation of explorers and problem-solvers. All webinars meet from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Topics include literacy on March 7, science on March 28, and project-based learning on May 11.
Grades K–5: Online Summer Enrichment Courses
VDOE’s Virtual Virginia’s Summer Session 2022 will feature high-quality synchronous and asynchronous enrichment instruction for elementary students in grades K–5. These enrichment courses will be taught by Virginia-certified VVA instructors daily instruction in STEM, French, and Spanish. Find out more information about registration and start dates from VVA today!
Virtual VA Summer Session: Grades 6–12
Virtual Virginia’s Summer Session 2022 will feature 90 online courses for grades 6–12. These courses are taught by Virginia-certified VVA instructors core academic and elective courses. Check out the variety of subject areas credit recovery options for a number of core academic courses today!
VCEE Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities
Throughout March and April, VCEE will be offering many professional development opportunities. Topics range from Celebrating Women in the workforce, Online Entrepreneurship Institute, Online Economics Institute, Using Pop Culture to Teach Economics, Understanding Global Economics Issues, and a Personal Finance Teacher Forum. Find out more information today!
Virginia Council on Economic Education Student Competition-March 14The Virginia Governor’s Challenge is an opportunity for students to demonstrate their knowledge of economics and personal finance by competing with other students across the state. Student teams complete taking online exams to qualify for the championship competition. Find out more from VCEE today!
