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Application for the English Standards Revision Committee
The VDOE English Program is seeking nominations from division superintendents for individuals who are qualified and available to serve on the English Standards Revision Committee to review the K-12 English Standards of Learning during the summer of 2023. Nominees should be teachers, principals, administrators, content specialists, reading specialists, or other educators who have expertise with the content area and current standards. Individuals who wish to serve on a committee to review the K-12 English Standards of Learning must submit an application through the web-based process, Instruction Committee Application Processing System (ICAPS). The application will require a professional reference and division approval. Completed applications are due to the VDOE through ICAPS by March 10. See Superintendent's Memo 026-23 for details.
Canvas's Training Services Portal Weekly Sessions
Educators can participate in training sessions each week via Canvas's Training Services Portal. To find any of the sessions listed below, first make sure you are logged into your Canvas account. The upcoming hour-long sessions are appropriate for Division and School Leaders, Statewide LMS Admin, Instructors, and Support. Check out:
2/16 at 5:30 p.m.: Pages and the Rich Content Editor
2/17 at 10:00 a.m.: Data for Teachers
VSCA School Counselor of the Year Award- Due Feb. 19
VDOE recognized professional school counselors during the week of February 6-10, 2023 as part of National School Counseling Week. School counselors help all students succeed in school, apply interpersonal skills, and plan their career. School divisions are encouraged to nominate a school counselor for the VSCA's 2023 School Counselor of the Year Award by Feb. 19.
Jamestown Yorktown Foundation 18th-Century Life and Economy
This a free virtual teacher workshop will be presented by Jamestown Yorktown Foundation will be held on February 21. Participants will gain historical content about the Virginia tobacco economy and activities to use in the classroom that build critical thinking skills. Registration is required. Check it out today!
VDOE CTE Career Success Stars
The Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education is seeking nominations of former CTE students who qualify for recognition as one of the Commonwealth’s brightest Career Success Stars. The individual success stories will be featured as video profiles on the VDOE website highlighting how CTE programs provide academic and technical skills for postsecondary success. The school divisions’ CTE administrators will be provided the link to the nomination form to distribute to their schools. The nominations are due to the VDOE by April 14.
VCTM Annual Conference
The Virginia Council of Teachers of Mathematics will host their 2023 Annual Conference, Reimagining Mathematics, at George Mason University - Fairfax Campus on March 17-18. Registration is now open. Find out more information today!
Library of Virginia First Fridays Exhibitions
The Library of Virginia-Virginia Stories invites you to explore your experiences, observations, communities, and culture. All Virginia artists, regardless of age or skill level, are eligible to enter one to four original pieces of two-dimensional art and its story for consideration. More information is available or enter today!
Virginia Humanities K-12 Fellowship
The Virginia Humanities is currently seeking six educators to join a new K-12 Fellowship scheduled to begin in April 2023. The cohort will consist of educators from across the state and will bring a wide range of humanities curriculum focus, from the elementary level to the high school level, allowing them to design new learning experiences that are easily accessible for both a physical classroom and remote use. Apply by March 3!
Black History Month Resources
The VDOE Office of Humanities History Program encourages instructional programming that highlights Black history that extends beyond the twenty-eight days, to create a year-round interdisciplinary approach. National and Virginia organizations have provided resources to support instruction including the National Museum of African American History and Culture, Library of Congress, Library of Virginia, and the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia among many others.
Camp Woods and Wildlife -June 19-23
The camp is hosted by the Virginia Department of Forestry with support from other natural resource professionals. Camp is held at Holiday Lake 4-H Center and is open to any Virginia resident aged 13-16 who has not attended before. Apply by April 15 or contact Ellen Powell with questions.
VIRGINIA COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS
Career Switcher Program
VCU will be hosting an information session for its career switcher program called Pathways to Teaching Program. They're inviting all prospective candidates to join them on Wednesday evening, March 1 from 6-7 p.m. Register to attend the information session.
M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction Program
The fully online M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction program at the University of Virginia provides flexible opportunities for you to pursue graduate studies, licensure requirements, or professional development. No GRE scores are required, while the degree can be completed in 2 years part-time and is taught by expert faculty. Choose one of the following areas of emphasis: ABA, Educational Innovation, ESL, Gifted Education, Instructional Technology, Literacy, Professional Studies, SEL, Social Foundations, and Special Education. Register to attend virtual info. session on Feb. 28 at 7 p.m.
EdD Program
Already have your masters and looking to elevate your career further? Consider Marymount's Online EdD program - gain your doctorate in as little as three years with an exceptional high-touch and guided experience! Visit our Marymount to learn more about this fully online program.
Choose Your Path: Master’s & Endorsement or Endorsement Only
Earn a Master’s Degree focused on educational leadership through from Longwood University’s five-semester hybrid model designed for working professionals. If you have already have a Master’s degree, consider the hybrid Educational Leadership Endorsement courses to prepare for administrative and supervisory responsibilities at the PreK-12 level. Successful completion of the Master’s program or endorsement coursework and a passing score on the SLLA meet VDOE eligibility requirements for the Admin. and Supervision PreK-12 endorsement. Email questions.
Educational Leadership
Wondering if school leadership is right for you? The George Mason University Education Leadership Program offers several program options to fit the needs of full-time working educators interested in advancing their careers by earning a Master's Degree or Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership. Register for information sessions on February 15, February 21, March 1 or March 7, and find out about the campus hybrid, fully online, and regional cohort options for the Summer and Fall 2023 semesters. Email for more information.
Administration & Supervision M.Ed Information Sessions
The University of Virginia M.Ed program in Administration & Supervision prepares the next generation of educational leaders in school districts across Virginia. This synchronous online program uses evidence-based leadership practices and improvement science to assist leaders as they guide the teaching of excellent instructors, manage the complex needs of students and parents, and help orchestrate school reform. Learn more or register for a virtual information session on February 20 at 4:30 p.m. Deadline for summer admission is April 21.
School Librarianship Loudoun/Fauquier-Area Cohort
Longwood University has an exciting opportunity for teachers in the Loudoun/Fauquier County areas who want to earn their School Librarianship endorsement or master’s degree. Starting Summer 2023, you can be a part of the new cohort if you are within driving distance of the Loudoun/Fauquier areas! Hybrid classes meet from one to five Saturdays each semester, providing the best blend of in-person and online learning for working professionals. To learn more, attend the Zoom information session on February 21 at 5 p.m. or contact program director Dr. Karla Collins.
Educational Leadership Program Information Sessions (M.A. Ed./Ed.S./Ed.D/Ph.D.)
Virginia Tech’s Educational Leadership programs are designed to fit the needs of working professionals with fully on-line and hybrid courses that balances modern academic theory with a focus on practical application. Virginia educators may be eligible for a tuition discount. Register for an in person or online information sessions on Feb. 22-Newport News, March 1-Roanoke, and April 20-Richmond at 5:30 p.m. or contact Dr. Jodie Brinkmann for more information.
SEED Program
George Mason University’s Secondary Education (SEED) program offers streamlined teaching licensure options (with or without a master’s degree) via hybrid course delivery at convenient evening times. Earn a license to teach high school or middle school English, social studies, science, math, or computer science in just four semesters. Find out more information about the program or contact Dr. Kristien Zenkov, program coordinator or Ms. Mathilde Speier, program outreach coordinator) with questions.
Online Licensure and Professional Development Courses
Longwood offers a variety of courses for professional development. Course titles include Foundations of Education, Classroom and Behavior Management, Reading and Writing Instruction in the Content Areas, Human Growth and Development, and more! They are offered 100% online, at a discounted professional studies tuition rate over eight week terms.
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