Articles of Interest
Evacuation at Hopewell High School leads to debate over phone-free policy
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow announces grants for 44 schools | WSET
Youngkin announces new tutoring partnership to address learning loss
Roanoke & Salem schools given grants for extended-year & year-round school programs
King William Schools to tackle book removal policy – Daily Press
VDOE Updates
2022 Outstanding Technology Teacher, Coach and Leader of the Year
Nominations Open! Virginia CEC Mentorship Program recognizes the many challenges for all educators as we navigate unprecedented times in public education. This year, they are starting a mentorship program in order to help those who are new to the profession navigate the unique dynamic of special education. If you are a new special education teacher (0-5 years of experience) and are interested in having a special education mentor, complete the mentee interest form. If you are an experienced special education teacher (5+ years of experience) and are interested in serving as a special education mentor through Virginia CEC, please fill out the mentor request form.
VDOE Learning Needs Dashboard
The Learning Needs Dashboard provides detailed reports on the performance of students, schools and school divisions on state assessments from 2017 through 2022. This public-facing data-visualization tool will help teachers, administrators, parents and communities compare performance and better understand students’ learning needs.
Resources for Teachers at VA Wildlife Center
The Wildlife Center of Virginia has resources for teachers to help incorporate lessons of wildlife veterinary medicine and environmental conservation into science, biology, and environmental science lesson plans.
Inclusive Schools Webinar Series
This series will support the K-12 Inclusive Practices Guide, and provide information on topics from effective inclusion and scheduling to behavior basics and specially designed instruction. Both Special Educators and General Educators are welcome and encouraged to attend one or all of the webinars.
John Marshall Center 2022 Teacher of the Year AwardEach year, the John Marshall Center presents two awards to middle or high school educators who excel in and innovate the teaching of the U.S. Constitution. Any public or private middle or high school classroom teacher in Virginia who has been teaching for a minimum of five years is eligible for the award. Winners each receive $2,500 and are honored at the Richmond Bar Association Luncheon in November 2022. Complete a nomination form today!
