Review 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