More fantastic news: Virginia schools will go phone free. Well done Gov. Youngkin. Red, blue, and purple states are doing it. Politicians in both parties are parents, they see what is happening.

Hanover schools bans cellphone use during the school day richmond.com/news/local/edu…

Schools may be out, but school maintenance workers are diligently working over the summer to make sure buildings & facilities are ready for the new school year. Even though we may not see your great work until we return in the fall, we see & appreciate you! #ThankYouThursday

Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a robust array of adult education classes, and registration for fall opens at 9 a.m. July 15. ▪️ To learn more about fall classes, visit oneccps.org/page/adult-con….

South Carolina schools will go phone free, throughout the day! Red states, blue states.... everyone wants kids to pay attention to their teachers and to other students. Most people see that phones interfere with education and social connection. foxcarolina.com/2024/07/11/cel…

VDOE is committed to protecting the mental health of our students. This includes making Virginia classrooms a healthier, more focused environment where every child is free to learn. Learn more: ow.ly/vXzW50SJai1

☀🎒It’s summer break now, but back-to-school preparations are underway. You can find all the necessary information for the 2024-25 school year, including school-specific supply lists at oneccps.org. #oneCCPS

Hot take: Reduced Class Size: Effect Size=0.17 or less than 1/2 year's learning growth Why so low? Bc we'll tend to teach 16 like we taught 32. We should talk about changing the quality of our teaching in the room as much as we talk about changing the quantity of the learners.

Over half of students who have ever used e-cigarettes report they first tried an e-cigarette because “a friend used them.”

...just a few more from our welcoming walk up to New Educator Orientation! The energy shared this morning is exactly the stuff that makes Chesterfield Schools a great place to work, learn, lead, and Sheppard the next generation. #oneccps Missy Davis Hill, Ed.D.

Be prepared. We are expecting a significant amount of rainfall throughout the commonwealth. #TSDebby

🚨Henrico parents check out the new policy🚨

You can do everything the right way with the right effort and right attitude, and things still aren’t guaranteed to go the way you want them to. Still, to choose to show up and do things the right way with the right effort and the right attitude. Be about the standard.

Amazing Lesson Design Outline - Miguel Guhlin, this is a helpful resource based on research-based classroom strategies packed with lots of useful links. Great for anyone looking for something new in their teaching practice or those just starting out. docs.google.com/document/d/1I9…

If you work as a: 🧑‍🏫 Teacher 🧑‍🚒 First responder 🧑‍⚖️ Government employee You can qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness! Use Federal Student Aid's #PSLF Help Tool to apply: studentaid.gov/pslf

The greatest investment we can make is in our children. What a joy to be back together. #oneccps

Teachers and other employees consistently go above and beyond to connect with students, build stronger relationships, provide engaging learning opportunities and help families. You can help recognize their work by nominating #oneCCPS Game Changers at bit.ly/CCPSGameChanger.

The verdict on phone free schools from a school superintendent: "Do it," and "I've already seen the results:" arkansasonline.com/news/2024/oct/…

#Cfield earns lead-free designation!🚰After a multi-year inventory, Chesterfield Utilities has confirmed there's no lead in any part of our distribution system. This milestone ensures safer water and future cost savings for residents. Learn more here ➡️ chesterfield.gov/CivicAlerts.as…

Should you give your kid an Apple watch? Great evaluation from Protect Young Eyes. In brief: generally good but kid can watch videos and reach the web, so not good for elementary school. Gabb watch is better for first watch/phone. protectyoungeyes.com/your-complete-…