Articles of Interest
23 Va. school districts have taken books off shelves in past two years | Education | richmond.com
Alexandria School Board approves Narcan in all schools | WTOP News
Virginia school boards: striking a balance between transparency and order | WVTF
Virginia public schools are waiting on state lawmakers for a budget deal | WJLA
Charlottesville teachers, school staff near collective bargaining agreement
Fairfax Co. teachers’ union calls for more inclusive virtual learning option | WTOP News
Addressing mental health needs in elementary school students –
Prince William County Schools Code of Behavior changing
School board hears rights resolution | News | pmg-va.com
Virginia offering grant to help schools create digital floor plans
Albemarle Board rejects collective bargaining resolution | Education | dailyprogress.com
VDOE Updates
Public Engagement Sessions – Mathematics SOL Revisions
VDOE will host six public engagement sessions to allow parents, families, and community members to participate in the review and revision of the 2016 Mathematics Standards. The five regional face-to-face sessions and one virtual session will begin with presentations by VDOE staff about the SOL revision process, followed by an opportunity for participants to share feedback about the Commonwealth’s current mathematics standards and suggest revisions. Find out more information about the events and how to participate from VDOE.
World Languages Summer Professional Learning Opportunities
Registration is now open for three opportunities for summer professional learning in world languages. You may register for more than one event; however spaces are limited and acceptance is not guaranteed for all events. Registration and workshop material costs are paid by VDOE. Some meals and lodging are also provided.
Event 1: July 20. Addressing the Needs of Students with Disabilities as World Language Learners (Richmond)
Event 2: July 21-22. Using the VA SOL to Guide Your World Language Program (Richmond)
Event 3: July 28-29. Modified Oral Proficiency Interview (MOPI) Workshop (Leesburg, Loudoun County)
Website Update-Credit Accommodations for the Advanced Studies DiplomaThe VDOE Credit Accommodations Website has been updated to include information regarding the world language credit accommodation for the Advanced Studies Diploma. The webpage has a sample eligibility form and a list of computer science courses accepted for use as a world language credit when this accommodation(s) has been approved by the IEP team.
