State Articles of Interest
Weapon scanners showing promise in Richmond, Henrico Schools as academic year ends | WRIC ABC 8News
Christiansburg Middle School’s ‘Off and Away’ rule could be a good sign for new MCPS phone policy
Cellphone ban in Chesapeake schools a success in first year, officials say – The Virginian-Pilot
Cell Phone Ban Adopted in King George County Schools
Loudoun Sheriff Says Fears of SROs in Elementary Schools Unfounded | News | loudounnow.com
National Articles of Interest
Chronic absenteeism rates almost doubled during pandemic | K-12 Dive
Hoping to block Title IX final rule, lawmakers invoke Congressional Review Act | K-12 Dive
Bipartisan Senate bill would create federal guidance for AI in schools | K-12 Dive
Trial over Arizona school facilities funding model begins | K-12 Dive
DOE Updates
Instructional Resources to Support the 2024 English Standards of Learning
Article: 2024-23-211
Audience: Superintendents, Directors, School Principals, Teachers
Contact: Jill Nogueras, Associate Director of K-12 English Literacy, Jill.Nogueras@doe.virginia.gov
English Standards of Learning ?Resources Released?
The first wave of supports for the 2024 English Standards of Learning have been posted. Understanding the Standards documents, Overview of Revisions narrated PowerPoints, Grade Band Side-by-Sides, and Progression charts are available. Reference the 2024 English Standards of Learning webpage for more details. Division leaders should work with English leaders, instructional coaches, and teachers to help plan for the implementation of the 2024 English Standards of Learning in 2024-2025.?
