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Nominations for VBOE Innovative Practice Recognition Award
The Virginia Board of Education seeks to recognize schools, school divisions, and local school boards for implementing effective, innovative practices that are aligned with the Commonwealth's goals for public education. Each of the eight Superintendents’ Regional Study Groups are asked to select up to three applicants for consideration from their region. Join VDOE for an information webinar on January 7. See Superintendent’s Memo 281-19 for details and webinar registration.
Spotlight on Literacy: VDOE English SOL Resources
The goal of literacy instruction in Virginia is to ensure that all children have the necessary skills to become successful readers, writers, speakers, and listeners with the critical thinking skills that are required to be successful as they progress and transition through the stages of their lives. Visit VDOE English Standards of Learning for resources to support literacy instruction.
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
PAEMST Program is accepting nominations for teachers of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science at the K-6 grade level in a public, charter, or private school. The PAEMST are the highest honors bestowed by the U.S. government specifically for K-12 STEM teaching. Nominate a praiseworthy teacher today!
Virginia Opera Touring Program
The Virginia Opera has a state-wide touring program aligned to Virginia SOLs of a variety of content areas for students PreK-5. Learn more about the program and upcoming shows on their website.
VMFA Teacher Workshops
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts offers a variety of teacher workshops. All workshops are aligned with SOL and model strategies for incorporating works of art into K-12 curricula. Participants receive resource packets with background information, lesson concepts, access to images and more! Pre-registration is required.
African American Heritage High School Scholastic Bowl-March 14
African American Heritage 365 invites high schools from across the Commonwealth to participate in this Scholastic Bowl. This competition tests student knowledge and appreciation of history as well as the contributions of African Americans past and present. For more information, email AAH365 president Terry Yates at aaheritage365@gmail.com.
Reading Tip Sheets
These one-page Reading Tip Sheets from Colorin Colorado are available in thirteen languages and offer easy ways for parents to help kids become successful readers.
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