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Albemarle County Public Schools: www.k12albemarle.org 42 Frequently Requested Programmatic Information Extended Day Enrichment Programs (After-School Childcare) Extended Day Enrichment Programs (EDEP) are operated by the Department of Instruction in collaboration with each elementary school. Any student enrolled in an Albemarle County elementary school (pre-kindergarten through fifth grade) is eligible to participate in EDEP offerings. EDEP seeks to provide quality attention, thoughtful guidance, authentic experiences, and engaging activities to enhance and expand the learning of Albemarle County students. EDEP offers three separate programs: After-School Enrichment Program (ASEP) operates each full day in all elementary schools from the time school dismisses until 6 p.m. Inclement Weather Program typically operates on the second consecutive day of school closure due to inclement weather from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Mary C. Greer Elementary School. Student Holiday/Spring Break Program operates on selected student holidays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Mary C. Greer Elementary School. These programs are funded entirely by the tuition and fees collected for their use. Enrollment is limited. Financial assistance is available. To register, a parent/guardian must complete a registration form and return it, along with the registration fee and tuition, either in person or by mail to: EDEP Office 907 Henry Avenue Charlottesville, VA 22903 For more information or to obtain a registration form, visit us online at www.k12albemarle.org/edep or call (434) 296-5840. Summer School Programs Albemarle County Public Schools offers summer programs for elementary, middle and high school students. Elementary and Middle School Summer Programs Elementary and middle school principals will notify parents if their child is recommended to attend summer school. Summer school for K-8 students typically begins in early July and lasts for 20 days. For 2014 summer school dates, please contact your child’s school office. High School Summer Program Registration for high school summer sessions begins in May. A schedule of classes and registration forms will be available in April at your child’s school office; the County Office Building, located at 401 McIntire Road, 3rd floor, Charlottesville; or online: www.k12albemarle.org/summerschool Driver Education A certified and professional driving training program leading to Virginia licensure is offered year-round at Albemarle, Monticello and Western Albemarle high schools. Student Accident Insurance Our student accident insurance carrier has made enrollment and participation more convenient and efficient! Through a dedicated, secure enrollment website, parents may now view coverage and premium options, review frequently asked questions, and purchase insurance using a credit/debit card and receive an instant and printable confirmation. For more information or to enroll, visit: http://markel.sevencorners.com or call toll-free: (877) 444-5014 Behind-the-Wheel Training In-car training is available throughout the school year on weekdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., 4 to 6 p.m., or 4:15 to 6:15 p.m., as well as during the summer. Requirements apply. Parent Seminar for Teen Drivers Before a student younger than 18 can register for Behind-the-Wheel training, a parent/guardian must attend a free Parent Seminar and receive a certificate of attendance. Seminars are offered monthly at each high school. Safety is our goal! Albemarle County’s driver education program, including a combination of classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel, and parent seminars, has resulted in lower teen crash rates. Albemarle County’s crash rate for first-year teen drivers is 4.17 percent, compared to the state average of 4.27 percent. For more information about Driver Education, course requirements and schedules, and licensure eligibility, call (434) 975-9450, or visit us online: www.opendoors1.org
Community Education The Albemarle County Public Schools Community Education program is designed to encourage lifelong learning. Courses are reasonably priced and include motorcycle, boating and hunter safety; DMV driver improvement seminars; as well as a variety of classes in arts and crafts; computer software/technology; food and nutrition; home/gardening; music; personal enrichment; recreation and sports; and Adult Education much more! Programs range from one-day to eight-week Need help learning English? courses. Want to become a U.S. Citizen? Come see us, call, or visit us online: Albemarle County Adult Education Burley Middle School Annex 907 Henry Avenue Charlottesville, VA 22903 (434) 296-3872 www.k12albemarle.org/adult Community Education publishes catalogs of classes in the fall and spring, which are distributed throughout Charlottesville and available online. For more information about course offerings, or to register for a course, call (434) 975-9450 or visit us online: www.opendoors1.org Hunter Safety All first-time hunters (no previous license) and young persons under age 16 are required by state law to pass a certified Hunter Safety Course, including six hours of instruction. The course covers wilderness survival as well as bow hunting, muzzle loading firearms, and modern shotguns and rifles. Those completing the course will receive a certificate, I.D. card, and a patch. The course is open to ages 10 and up; however, students in elementary or middle school must attend with a parent. Participants must attend both nights of the course to receive credit. All Hunter Safety registrations are handled through the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. Register online at www.dgif.virginia.gov/hunting or call toll-free 1-888-516-0844, Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. August 27 and 29 September 10 and 12 September 24 and 26 October 8 and 10 October 22 and 24 October 29 and 31 November 12 and 14 *All classes are held from 6 to 9 p.m. Fall 2013 Hunter Safety Course Schedule Albemarle High School Cafeteria Albemarle High School Cafeteria KEVIN JARRELL Leslie H. Walton Middle School Fluvanna Parks and Recreation in Fork Union Scottsville Fire Station on Irish Road Albemarle High School Cafeteria Fluvanna Parks and Recreation in Fork Union Albemarle High School Cafeteria Albemarle County Public Schools: www.k12albemarle.org 43
Page 1 and 2: 2013-14 School Year Calendar
Page 3 and 4: Table of Contents Calendar-at-a-Gla
Page 5 and 6: Our Strategic Journey: Horizon 2020
Page 7 and 8: Message from the School Board To Ou
Page 9 and 10: Support Our Learners The Superinten
Page 11 and 12: Important Dates: Middle & High Scho
Page 13: MICHELLE MILES Monticello High Scho
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