#VAis4Learners Innovation Network
Monthly Cohort Update - February 2020
Welcome
It is with great excitement and anticipation that we welcome #VaLIN Cohort II to join our collaborative for 2020. Keep reading for the list of Cohort II membership. During 2019 divisions from across Virginia accepted challenges, took risks, and caused disruptions as they engaged in Small Steps, Big Change. Based on our preliminary conversations with the Cohort II Innovation Teams, we recognize that this year's network is primed and ready to dive into the design and implementation of deeper learning pathways that prioritize the attributes of the Profile of a Graduate. Additionally, we are starting to see touch points within and between the priorities of Cohort I and Cohort II divisions and expect some interesting partnerships to emerge. The ALP coaching team is in the final stages of preparation for our Launch Event on March 2-3, and we look forward to the energy, determination and curiosity you will bring to our collective. See you soon!
Meet Participating Divisions of #VaLIN Cohort II
Amherst County Public Schools
Appomattox County Public Schools
Botetourt County Public Schools
Bristol Virginia Public Schools
Campbell County Public Schools
Chesapeake Public Schools
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Code RVA Regional High School
Dickenson County Public Schools
Essex County Public Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools
Fauquier County Public Schools
Greensville County Public Schools
Hanover County Public Schools
Henrico County Public Schools
Isle of Wight County Public Schools
King and Queen County Public Schools
King William County Public Schools
Lee County Public Schools
Lunenburg County Public Schools
Mathews County Public Schools
Montgomery County Public Schools
Nelson County Public Schools
New Kent County Public Schools
Norfolk Public Schools
Northampton County Public Schools
Norton City Schools
Nottoway County Public Schools
Pittsylvania County Schools
Radford City Schools
Richmond Public Schools
Scott County Public Schools
Shenandoah County Public Schools
Stafford County Public Schools
Staunton City Schools
Waynesboro Public Schools
Appreciative Inquiry
#VaLIN Cohort 1
Registration is OPEN!
The emPOWer Conference focus is to support educators from the Central Virginia area. There are sessions for classroom teachers, librarians, school counselors, and other support services personnel. The conference mission is to envision a future where we empower each other through: the innovative practices of the 5 C's, the promotion of equity and diversity, and the lens of citizenship, service and life-long learning. We invite #VaLIN Cohort I and II participants to attend the emPOWer Conference. This is a POWerful way to stay connected to the Innovation Network.
The registration process will allow you to pay with a credit card (PayPal), please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
They are accepting session proposals until March 23, 2020. All selected presenters attend for free with lunch included as our thanks for your efforts to support other educators.
Follow the story on Twitter at @emPOWerPCPS and get vendor and session updates on the emPOWer Conference website.
Sample of the variety of sessions already confirmed:
- PowerSchool Platform: Performance Matters (Sessions - Data Dive for Admin & Building session for Teachers)
- Differentiation with Newsela
- Equitable Access and Support for Advanced Coursework in Metropolitan Richmond Schools: A MERC Study
- VDOE Counseling Representative
- TowneBank Educational Outreach
- Cross Collaboration of an PCPS Elementary Resource Team: Equity and Diversity Across Resource
Details about the conference:
- The emPOWer conference is open to all educators for a nominal fee of $25 (Late fee: $10 after May 1st, Registration ends June 5).
- Enjoy learning from colleagues from other divisions.
- Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
- Relevant activities and presentations provided by exceptional educators
- Breakout area with local, state, and national vendors
Virginia is for Learners Innovation Network: 58 Divisions Strong and Growing
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Email: ALP@advancedpartnerships.com
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