We began a good discussion last week on Modified Open Enrollment so I’ll keep it going this week and address some of your comments. Most of them fall into one of two categories: alternatives and overflow schools. (more…)
Archive for January, 2010
More on Modified Open Enrollment
Monday, January 25th, 2010Modified Open Enrollment
Monday, January 18th, 2010School divisions throughout Northern Virginia have seen dramatic increases in enrollments in the past couple of years. In fact, ACPS had the largest percentage increase in VA last year, the fifth largest increase in actual numbers. Most demographers predict that these trends will continue throughout the region as our local economies are stronger than the rest of the country and as DC continues to be one of the most desirable metropolitan areas in the country. ACPS is at its highest enrollment since 1978 and we are currently predicting the increase to continue. (more…)
Schools of the Future Involve Partnerships
Monday, January 11th, 2010There is a buzz throughout the country about the benefits of community schools. As defined by the Coalition for Community Schools, a community school is both a place and a set of partnerships between the school and other community resources. The connected and integrated focus on academics, health and social services, youth and community development and community engagement leads to improved student learning, stronger families and healthier communities. Schools become centers of the community and are open to everyone – all day, every day, evenings and weekends. (more…)
T.C. Vision and Action Committee
Monday, January 4th, 2010T.C. Williams High School is the flagship of our school division, and it has long had the reputation of a school with deep traditions of success, caring, and high expectations for all its students. I have been inspired by much of what I have seen at T.C. Williams. There is ample evidence to support Titan Pride even as we recognize the need to move ahead to ensure maximum progress in the years to come. So, this note is about looking forward. (more…)
