Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
12/4/2020 - 7:00 PM  
Category:
Human Resources  
Type:
Info  
Subject:
Academic Calendar Update: Progress report on the 2022-2023 Academic Calendars for Pre-Labor Day Start  
ACPS 2025 Strategic Plan Goal:
Goal 1: Systemic Alignment
ACPS will build a culture of continuous improvement and design equitable systems for school and instructional improvement.
Goal 2: Instructional Excellence
ACPS will ensure that all students have access to and engagement with high-quality instruction.
Goal 3: Student Accessibility and Support
ACPS will ensure students have equitable access to and engagement with programs and supports that reduce barriers to learning.
Goal 4: Strategic Resource Allocation
ACPS will strategically provide differentiated resources and supports to schools and departments.
Goal 5: Family and Community Engagement
ACPS will ensure that all families and community members feel welcomed, respected, and valued.
 
Policy:
GA - Personnel Policies Goals  
Funding Source or Fiscal Impact (where applicable):
 
File Attachment:
201204_ Memo_2022-2023_Academic_Calendars_Pre-Labor_Day_Start.pdf
201204_version 1 2022-2023-trad-pre-labor_dayDRAFT.xlsx - Sheet1.pdf
201204_Version 2 of 2022-2023-trad-pre-labor_dayDRAFT.xlsx - Sheet1-1.pdf
201204_Version 3 of 2022-2023-trad-pre-labor_dayDRAFT.xlsx - Sheet1.pdf
201204_2022-2023-Draft_Modified Calendar.xlsx - Sheet1-1.pdf
 
Agenda Item Summary:
This memorandum updates the School Board on the calendar planning process. The Calendar Committee convened in October and November 2020 to develop options for the 2022-23 academic calendars. A community survey is planned for the early 2021. A final recommendation will be made to the School Board at that time. The goal of this process is to complete a two-year calendar planning cycle to improve long-range strategic and operational planning. The calendar dates are subject to change given the pandemic health situation.  
Background:
The Calendar Committee included teacher representatives, principal-nominated parents, EAA (Employee Association of Alexandria) and PTAC (Parent-Teacher Advisory Council) members. The committee of 13 led by Sandra Hardeman Chair, Director of Recruitment and Retention and Dr. Gerald Mann Co-Chair, Executive Director of Instructional Support.  
Recommendation
The Superintendent recommends the School Board review the information. It is emphasized that calendars are subject to change due to impacts of the pandemic health situation.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Dr. Stephen M. Wilkins - Chief of Staff
Signed By:  
Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. - Superintendent