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K-3 English and Mathematics Achievement Records Now Available
The Standards of Accreditation Regulation 8VAC20-131-80 requires that schools shall maintain an early skills and knowledge achievement record in reading and mathematics for each student in KG -grade 3 to monitor student progress and to promote successful achievement on the third grade SOL tests.. Read more about the Achievement Records and contact VDOE Programs of English and Mathematics with any questions. Review the Achievement Records online:
K-3 English Achievement Records webpage and K-3 Mathematics Achievement Records webpage
Join the conversation! Cell Phone-Free Education
On July 9, Governor Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 33 to establish cell phone-free education to promote the health and safety of Virginia’s K-12 students. Executive Order (EO)33 is focused on eliminating cell phone use during instructional time and addressing the mental health issues arising from children's social media and cell phone addiction. The EO directs VDOE to provide guidance to school boards on cell phone-free education policies and procedures. School boards will establish local cell phone-free education policies and procedures before the end of this year that will be implemented in 2025. Learn more about EO33, provide your feedback online to VDOE, and attend one of the regional listening sessions which run through August 6.
High School Voter Registration
In 2020, the Virginia General Assembly passed legislation that requires all Virginia public high schools to provide to any enrolled student who is of voting age or otherwise eligible to register to vote access to Virginia voter registration information and applications, or access to the Virginia online voter registration system on a school-owned computing device, and the opportunity to complete such application during the normal course of the school day. VDOE history and social science program has an informational presentation to provide additional information for schools.
Legislative Updates
VDOE has published a legislative update regarding legislation affecting education passed by the 2024 General Assembly that has become law. This video presentation (PDF slides) covers many of these new laws. To further assist you with understanding these laws, VDOE has prepared summaries that explain how they affect school divisions, teachers, leaders, students, and parents.
Commemorating Constitution and Citizenship Day
September 17, 2024 is Constitution Day and Citizenship Day (Constitution Day). This day commemorates the September 17, 1787, signing of the United States Constitution. Information and materials are provided by the three branches of government and can be used in the planning and teaching for this day.
Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program
VKRP offers annual in-person and virtual training options for division-designated VKRP Trainers to learn the VKRP Assessment System and prepare teachers and leaders for VKRP administration. School divisions may select one or more educators to serve as their “in-house” VKRP Trainer. Training for the Kindergarten and Pre-K screeners may require different audiences. Register for Summer/Fall Train the Trainer today. If you have questions, contact VKRP at vkrp@virginia.edu or 866-301-8278.
Classroom-to-Classroom Virtual Exchange
Upcoming free training for teachers starts in late July for the 2024-2025 school year. Classes are paired based on class time and desired language for participation (Spanish only, English only, or a combination) so the exchange with Mexico or Colombia can take place during the school day. The training prepares teachers to lead the live discussions about the content and to navigate a virtual exchange. Support and resources, except internet and student devices, will be provided.
Summer 2024 Webinars for Fine Arts Teachers and Instructional Leaders
VDOE Fine Arts staff will host Summer 2024 VDOE Fine Arts Webinars to support new and veteran teachers in gaining foundational concepts and resources to plan standards-aligned instruction in the 2024-2025 school year. The most up-to-date resources and information will be shared for planning and leading instruction in the new school year. Webinars support both new and returning fine arts educators and leaders and begin July 30. 2024. See the VDOE Fine Arts offerings (Google Doc) to find out more information today!
NAELPA Quarter 3 Webinar
The NAELP webinar will be held on August 6 at 4p.m. with the theme Linguistic Goal Setting: Strong Starts lead to Stronger Finishes. Featured panelists include Holly Sawyer, Chesapeake Public Schools, Dr. Ryan Rumpf Kansas City Public Schools, and Dr. Malki Williams, Aldine ISD. Register today!
Virginia’s Learning Loss Recovery Efforts Recognized in National Report
The Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University and The Educational Opportunity Project at Stanford University have highlighted Virginia’s efforts in addressing learning loss recovery and expanding tutoring programs throughout the Commonwealth. The national report released highlights Virginia’s focused, evidence-based academic recovery efforts, specifically the Commonwealth’s expansive high-intensity academic tutoring programs. Learn more about Virginia's learning loss recovery efforts and the report from VDOE.
Teach-a-LCTL Resource Guides
The National Less Commonly Taught Languages Resource Center prepared a guide that combines scholarship on community language education, Heritage Language learners, and literacies-based approaches to language learning. The guide contains sample lesson plans on five themes: music; sports and movement; clothing; expressions and emotions; and food. The Guides provide additional educational and organizational resources. Learn more and access the Teach-a-LCTL Resource Guide.
VIRGINIA COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS
Master of Science in Health and Physical Education
Increase your skills and open your career options with Longwood University’s fully online Health & Physical Education program where you’ll focus on current trends in health and physical education and effectively utilize field research. Focus on health education, physical education, adapted physical education or community health. Educator discounts are available! The online application is open now. Contact program director, Amanda Blaisdell to learn more.
Provisional Pathway for Special Education
The University of Virginia’s College at Wise Center for Teaching Excellence offers a Provisional Pathway for Special Education: General Curriculum K-12 Teaching Licensure. The coursework is discounted and available online to provisionally licensed teachers in Virginia. The survey course is now open for registration seven (7) times per year so school divisions can move their teachers into a fully aligned pathway to full licensure throughout the school year. Fall registration is open until Sept. 9 and running from Sept. 16 -Dec. 6. All courses are completed on a non-degree seeking basis and receive three undergraduate college credit hours.
Learn to Lead. Choose Your Path: Master’s & Endorsement or Endorsement Only.
Earn a Master’s Degree focused on educational leadership through our five-semester hybrid model designed for working professionals. Longwood University's aspiring leaders program fuses theory with real-world relevance, analyze leadership through multiple viewpoints, and impact lasting change. If you already have a master’s degree, consider Longwood's hybrid Educational Leadership Endorsement courses to prepare you for PK-12 administrative and supervisory responsibilities.
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