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2020 Fine Arts Standards of Learning
On May 7, 2020, the Virginia Board of Education approved the proposed revised 2020 Fine Arts Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools. Superintendent's Memo 118-20 provides additional information for divisions and educators. Check them out today!
Nominations for 2020-2021 CTE Curriculum Review Committees-Due August 7
School divisions may nominate a Career and Technical Education teacher for any of the 34 committees. All nominees who wish to serve on a committee must complete the web-based application using the CTE Application Processing System (CTEAPS). The web-based application process requires a professional reference and division-level approval.
VDOE Supporting English Learners in a Distance Learning Environment-May 18
In this session, participants will explore how familiar scaffolds and supports for English Learners in grades K-12 can be transferred from the physical classroom to the distance learning environment.
History and Social Science Resources Available
History and Social Science Learning in Place resources are available from VDOE. The new Tracking Logs, along with the HSS progression charts, have been created to support educators as they determine gaps in content due to the school closure.
Science Resources Available
Science Tracking Logs have been created to support educators as they determine gaps in science content due to the school closure. These logs are resources that offer suggestions for integration of missed content and may be adapted as needed by divisions.
eMediaVA English Resources
The VDOE Learning in Place English Resources now include links to online playlists and collections in eMediaVA. The playlists include short English videos and interactives for students in grades K-12 aligned to the 2017 English Standards of Learning.
eMediaVA Math Resources
The VDOE Learning in Place Mathematics Resources now include links to online playlists and collections in eMediaVA. The playlists include short mathematics videos and interactives for students in grades K-8 aligned to the 2016 Mathematics Standards of Learning.
VCU's School of Education Online Summer Learning Academy
Registration is now open for the 2020 Online Summer Learning Academy covering critical topics including restorative justice, literacy, math technology, ELL best practices, racial identity, mindfulness, and trauma informed care. Register today!
Natural Resources Test Week-May 18-22
The Virginia Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts Educational Foundation invites 9th-12th graders to demonstrate their knowledge during the Natural Resources Testing Week. This event will include five tests in the areas of: Aquatics, Forestry, Soils, Wildlife, and Water Resource Management. Check it out today!
Collaboration on New EL Curriculum Framework
Teachers and leaders can participate to ask questions and share ideas for a new curriculum-writing guidance resource. Join on May 27 from either 9:30-10:30 a.m., or 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Co-Teaching Team Webinars
VDOE Office of Special Education Instructional Services is inviting Co-Teaching teams to participate in five, one-hour webinar series (9-10 a.m.) Register today for “Looking Forward to Co-Teaching 2020-2021” with Dr. Marilyn Friend.
May 18: Co-Teaching partnerships: Understanding, building, strengthening, and repairing
May 28: Going past the six basic approaches to maximize instructional effectiveness in Co-Teaching
June 8: Getting real about co-planning
June 18: Where is the Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)?
June 29: Open mic: Questions and answers about real-world Co-Teaching situations and dilemmas.
Virtual TLC Symposium
The Virginia Teacher of the Year Network is hosting virtual professional development during this time of school closure for educators. They will offer
bi-monthly live professional development sessions as well as video sessions for teachers across the Commonwealth. All of their sessions center on how to adapt to the current and ever-changing virtual education landscape. Check it out today!
Educational History Resources
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution offers K-12 instructional resources on American history, conservation, patriotism and much more. Visit their webpage for information on Constitution Week, scholarships, contests and historic preservation.
EVERFI Health and PE Topics
Check out some health and physical education topics to support your instructional program including: Ignition: Digital Wellness & Safety (grades 6-8); Mental Wellness Basics (8-10), AlcoholEDU (9-12), Prescription Drug Safety (8-12), Compassionate Project (2-4), Honor Code: Beyond Bullying (8-10), Character Playbook (7-9), and Healthier Me (1-4 & 6-8).
Continuity for Learning: Virginia Learns Anywhere!
VDOE created the Continuity for Learning (C4L) Task Force consisting of teachers, leaders, and collaborating educational partners across Virginia. The C4L Task Force has prepared Virginia Learns Anywhere which reinforces much-needed structure while also empowering individual teachers to support students in learning remotely.
VDOE Professional Development Guidance for Administrators
The Professional Development Guidance (PDF) document connects administrators to information about opportunities and resources that provide professional learning opportunities for public school educators. This document was developed by VDOE and non-profit organizations and is part of the Continuity for Learning (C4L) support initiative.
Updated Coronavirus Information & Resources
VDOE has been working closely with the Governor’s Office, the Virginia Department of Health, and other state agencies to ensure our public schools and communities have the most up-to-date information and resources. Visit COVID-19 & Virginia Public Schools, Frequently Asked Questions and Guidance on Graduation Requirements, Awarding of Credits, and Continuity of Learning for the latest information.
VA TV Classroom
Superintendent of Public Instruction James Lane announced that four Virginia public media stations will broadcast teacher-led classroom instruction aligned with the Commonwealth’s academic standards. Blue Ridge PBS, VPM, WETA and WHRO Public Media worked closely with the VDOE to create “VA TV Classroom” to provide instruction to students in grades K-10 who are unable to access other distance learning options. Check out “VA TV Classroom” today!
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