Albemarle County Schools

Albemarle County Schools are organized to provide opportunities for each student to achieve the highest level of intellectual, social, and vocational skills consistent with capabilities, aptitudes, and interests.

Albemarle County Schools are governed by a seven-member appointed school board (434-296-5820), representing six magisterial districts and one at-large seat. The system is a financially dependent division. Of the total budget, 57% comes from the County Board of Supervisors, 34% from Commonwealth of Virginia.

Organization

Administration

(296-5881)

Albemarle County Public Schools are administered by a superintendent, an administrative assistant to the superintendent, three assistant superintendents, and directors for student learning, federal programs, special education, and instructional technology.

Composition

The school division is composed of 13 elementary schools (K-5), 4 middle schools (6-8), and 2 high schools (9-12).

Calendar and Hours

Albemarle County Schools begin each year the day after Labor Day; a school calendar is available. School hours are:

Elementary

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Middle

• Burley - Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 3:05 p.m.
• Henley - Monday through Friday, 8:55 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
• Jack Jouett - Monday through Friday, 8:55 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
• Walton - Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:50 p.m.

High School

Monday through Friday, 8:50 a.m. to 3:25 p.m. (some early morning classes available, 7:45 a.m.)

Instruction

• Elementary: 434-296-5883
• Middle/Secondary: 434-296-5813

Programs of Study

The school division offers information describing programs at the elementary level (296-5883). A high school program of studies is available (296-5813) that explains each course, including instructional objectives, materials, and requirements. Guidance instructors are available to help with planning of concentrations, such as mathematics, foreign languages, agriculture, etc. For additional information about specific programs, call the individual school.

Curriculum Options and Credit Requirements

After successful completion of course work in grades kindergarten through eighth, a student may choose one of two courses of study to fulfill high school graduation requirements:

1. general studies diploma (21credits)
2. advanced course of study (23 credits)

Testing

Annual Testing - The following are given annually:

• Grade 1 Cognitive Abilities Test
• Grade 2 Locally developed test
• Grade 4 Iowa Tests
• Grade 6 Literacy Testing of Proficiency Grade 11 TAP Test

Arts

Choral music instruction begins in the fourth grade and continues through high school where an awards winning program includes marching and concert bands, orchestra and chorus. Drama and visual arts are also available.

Sports

A wide variety of sports is available for both mate and female students. At the middle schools, non-competitive sports are available in after-school programs. High school sports include football, field hockey, track, cross country, soccer, golf, basketball, cheerleading, wrestling, volleyball, baseball, softball, tennis, and lacrosse. Call the individual school for more information.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Many activities are available. Call the individual school for specific information.

Special Programs

• Available special programs include:
• Albemarle County Enrichment (pull-out and in-class gifted education)
• Comprehensive special education program
• Comprehensive special physical education program
• After-school enrichment programs at the elementary schools

Also available are:

• Murray Alternative Education Program
• Preschool Education for the Developmentally Delayed
• The After-School Education Center
• Charlottesville-Albemarle Technical Education Center

Services

Transportation

(434-973-5716)

School buses provide transportation throughout the county with special services for disabled students and transportation for field trips.

Food

(434-296-5872)

Albemarle County Schools have a coordinated food service program and participate in federally funded food service programs. Lunch is served in all schools and breakfast in Brownsville, Murray, Scottsville, Stone Robinson, and Yancey.

Health

Elementary schools are served by visiting health nurses. Health services are available at each high school, administered by a full-time nurse.

Other Services include:

• Guidance Facilities available for public use
• Homebound and hospital instruction Alternative School Program
• Volunteer programs at all levels Community Education
• Adult Education
• Night School