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National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15
This month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The theme for 2024 is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.” See the Proclamation from Governor Youngkin recognizing and celebrating Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month in Virginia and visit the National Archives to explore the Hispanic/Latino Heritage resource page.
Fireside Chat with the First Lady of Virginia and Author and Researcher Dr. Jonathan Haidt-9/19
On the evening of September 19, the First Lady and Dr. Haidt will convene a fireside chat to discuss the findings of Haidt’s book The Anxious Generation. The event will be broadcast live to all participating schools. Please visit the Commonwealth Conversation on Restoring Childhood Through Common Sense Practices of Social Media and Cell Phones webpage to learn more and view the list of schools that are holding an event.
VDOE Journey Into Teaching Academy
VDOE Department of Special Populations is announcing its sixth cohort of the Journey into Teaching Academy. This professional development initiative is for grades K-12 teachers completing their second year of teaching by the end of the 2023-2024 school year (SY) and entering their third year of teaching during the 2024-2025 SY as a provisionally licensed special education teacher. Sessions will run in Richmond from September 2024 - May 2025 including Saturdays on 9/28, 10/12, 11/9, 1/101, 2/8, 3/8, and 4/12. Selected participants will receive a $1,000 stipend. A JITA Teacher Application and the Administrator’s Recommendation Form are required.
Fall Professional Development Conferences for Fine Arts
Educators Visit the Fine Arts state organizations to find out more about the upcoming fall professional development conferences: Virginia Art Education Association, Virginia Music Educators Association, Virginia Theatre Association.
Shenandoah Valley Writing Project: Invitational Leadership Institute
Applications are being accepted through October 30 from any PK-University instructor for the Shenandoah Valley Invitational Leadership Institute. The hybrid schedule begins in January 2025 and ends in June. Participants will work on their writing and present and demonstrate approaches to teaching writing or using writing for learning—six graduate credits. See details and application today!
Applications are now being accepted for the Virginia RISE Award – Due October 7
VDOE, as part of its #ElevateEducatorsVA campaign, and in partnership with the Virginia Secretary of Education, is proud to announce that nominations are open for the 2025 Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award. The RISE Award is intended to honor and promote classified school employees who provide exemplary service to students. Each school division may submit one candidate to be considered for this recognition. Submit your nominees using the VDOE Qualtrics online application for the Virginia RISE Awards by October 7, by 5 p.m. Additional information is available on the VDOE Educator Recognition website.
Generative AI in K-12 Classroom Workshops
VDOE in partnership with Germanna Community College, is offering free workshops across the Commonwealth to advance the use of Generative AI in K-12 classrooms. These sessions, titled “Introducing Generative AI to K-12 Teachers,” aim to revolutionize education by empowering educators with cutting-edge technology. Division leaders are encouraged to share this opportunity with K-12 content area and resource teachers, ITRTs, librarians, and other educators involved in technology integration. Attendees are expected to share their knowledge with colleagues to inform classroom, school, and division practices and policies. Registration is required.
Virginia School Consortium for Learning Fall Professional Opportunities
Visit VaSCL to learn more about registration, details, and costs for the upcoming PD sessions for individuals and school teams:
Unpacking the Va Math SOL Revisions for Full Implementation Onsite, Oct 7. Learn strategies for implementing the new Math Standards and aligned assessments, instruction, and pacing.
Unpacking the Va ELA SOL Revisions for Full Implementation Onsite, Oct 8. Grade 3-12 Deepen your knowledge of the new English Standards and strategies that help to strengthen foundational skills.
Thriving Under Pressure: Leveraging Struggle in the Learning Classroom Onsite, Oct 24. Learn about the research that highlights the value of learners engaging in the right level of challenge
Putting AI to Work in the Secondary Classroom webinar series October 16, 23, 30. Gain hands-on experience insights into integrating AI safely into their educational practices.
VATE Conference
Join the Virginia Association of Teachers of English at their annual conference. The theme is "Unlocking Opportunities for All," in Harrisonburg, on October 18-19. Register today!
William & Mary Professional Development-October 22
Focused on empowering teachers in a time of change, this one-day conference on October 22 will focus on giving teachers practical tools and strategies to use in their classrooms. Dr. Holly Lane, Director of the University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) will keynote the conference. Register today!
Nominations: 2026 Mary V. Bicouvaris Teacher of the Year Program - Due February 3
All public school divisions and accredited nonpublic schools are invited to participate in the2026 Mary V. Bicouvaris Virginia Teacher of the Year program and nominate one teacher for state-level recognition. Completed applications must be submitted by February 3 at 4 p.m. using the 2026 Teacher of the Year Application.
Virginia Museum of History and Culture Civics Ambassador Corps
The VMHC is seeking middle school classroom teachers as civics ambassadors from each of Virginia’s Superintendent’s Regions. The Civics Ambassador Corps will help pilot and promote Civics Connects, a first-of-its kind program that supports the teaching of Virginia Standards for civics and economics in the middle grades. See VMHC for more details about the program. For consideration, submit a résumé and letter of application or nomination to clegros@virginiahistory.org.
Virginia Association of Science Teachers Awards and Mini-grants
VAST Recognition In Science Education awards recognize service to science education in the individual's school, school system, and the VAST district in which they work. The applicant does not need to be a VAST member. VAST also has several mini-grant offerings including a grant for Teaching, to Enhance Teaching of Chemistry, and the Shirley Sypolt Memorial Grant in Elementary Education. Deadline is September 30 for nominations and mini-grants.
Grammar Reimagined Webinar‑Feb. 8
Learn the strategies of effective grammar instruction from Sean Ruday, an English education professor at Longwood University and an internationally-recognized expert on teaching grammar. In this webinar, you'll learn practical and engaging strategies you can use to reimagine the grammar instruction in your classroom. Learn more about registration, costs, and webinar session today! Eastern Time. For more information on the webinar, visit the link provided.
AANM Educator Workshop
Presented by the Arab American National Museum (AANM), a Smithsonian-affiliate, this free November 5 workshop will share with educators how to incorporate Arab American voices and perspectives in the classroom curriculum. Teachers will learn of a variety of free educational resources. Register for in-person or virtual attendance For questions, e-mail Dave Serio, Curator of Education.
Virtual Virginia Statewide Meetings Every Tuesday at 1 p.m.
VVA invites all K–12 educators, administrators, and central office personnel from Virginia public schools and divisions to participate in our Statewide Meetings. Gain valuable and timely insights from VVA and VDOE. Connect and stay informed about the latest educational developments-registration is required. The team looks forward to seeing you there!
VIRGINIA COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS
Prospective Student Day
The William & Mary School of Education's Prospective Students Day on October 18 is an in-person, open house event for prospective graduate students. Learn about programs in teacher education and educational policy, planning and leadership, with opportunities to specialize in gifted education, special education, ESL/bilingual education and more. Post-Professional Certificates are available in several areas. Attendees will hear opening remarks from the dean, meet with faculty and current students in all program areas. Register and call (757) 221-2317 or email with questions.
Online Graduate Information Sessions
The University of Virginia has four upcoming information sessions.
1. Virtual information session on September 24: Online M.Ed. in Administration & Supervision program or contact Dr. Jaime Stacy with questions.
2. Virtual information session on September 29: New Ed.S. in School Psychology Program.
3. Virtual information session on October 1: Fully online graduate certificates in Applied Behavior Analysis, SPED General Curriculum, ESL, Gifted Education, Reading Education and Instructional Technology and Design.
4. Virtual information session on October 2: Master of Teaching programs in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, ESL and Special Education General Curriculum.
Elementary Education Info Session
Join George Mason University's virtual Elementary Education program information session on October 2, 2024, 5:00 pm. Mason’s Elementary Education program is designed to meet the needs of both undergraduate and graduate students or current teachers who are seeking licensure and/or who need to satisfy requirements for provisional licensure for teaching students in grades PK-6. Attendees will receive an application fee waiver.
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