How can I get a copy of the School Calendar?
What is the school registration process for my child?
What is the kindergarten entrance age?
What are the Standards of Learning tests?
How have the area schools performed on the SOLs?
Where can I find information on the application process for special education and related services?
What Talented and Gifted Services are available?
What is the difference between block scheduling and traditional scheduling?
Which school will my child attend?
What are the course requirements for graduation?
Are there student welcoming programs for new students?
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How can I get a copy of the School Calendar? |
Chesapeake Public School Gloucester Public Schools Hampton PublicSchools Isle of Wight County Public Schools Newport News Public Schools Norfolk Public Schools Portsmouth Public Schools Poquoson Public Schools Suffolk Public Schools Virginia Beach Public Schools Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools York County Public Schools
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What is the school registration process for my child? |
Generally, all students must have a physical examination within the last year, proof of immunization, birth certificate and social security number. Click on the appropriate school district below for more specifics. Chesapeake Public School Gloucester Public Schools Hampton PublicSchools Isle of Wight County Public Schools Newport News Public Schools Norfolk Public Schools Portsmouth Public Schools Poquoson Public Schools Suffolk Public Schools Virginia Beach Public Schools Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools York County Public Schools |
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What is the kindergarten entrance age? |
Children must have reached their 5th birthday on or before 30 September.
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What are the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests? |
In response to “No Child Left Behind,” Virginia embraced Standards of Learning (SOL) in math, science, English, history and social studies. Additionally, Grades 5, 8, and 11 have SOL in technology. Each spring, students in grades 3, 5, 8, and high school take SOL tests to determine their knowledge base. High School students must pass each subject SOL to graduate. Since SOL are state requirements, each school district must apply the same standards, however they have some flexibility in setting test dates. Click here to learn more about VA SOL: www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Parents/index.html
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Where can I find information on the application process for special education and related services? |
In response to “No Child Left Behind,” Virginia embraced Standards of Learning (SOL) in math, science, English, history and social studies. Additionally, Grades 5, 8, and 11 have SOL in technology. Each spring, students in grades 3, 5, 8, and high school take SOL tests to determine their knowledge base. High School students must pass each subject SOL to graduate. Since SOL are state requirements, each school district must apply the same standards, however they have some flexibility in setting test dates. Click here to learn more about VA SOL: www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Parents/index.html Chesapeake Public School Gloucester Public Schools Hampton PublicSchools Isle of Wight County Public Schools Newport News Public Schools Norfolk Public Schools Portsmouth Public Schools Poquoson Public Schools Suffolk Public Schools Virginia Beach Public Schools Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools York County Public Schools
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What is the difference between block scheduling and traditional scheduling? |
Block Scheduling — Block scheduling is a method of scheduling that lengthens the duration of a class period. Two types of block scheduling are common in Virginia:
Traditional Scheduling — Traditional scheduling is a method of scheduling six to eight class periods daily. Generally, each class period is less than one hour. The same subject is presented the same period daily with elective classes being alternated within the week or the semester. What type of scheduling does my child’s school use? Hampton Roads Schools offer all types of scheduling. For more specifics, contact the school district for further information on a particular school and its scheduling. Chesapeake Public School Gloucester Public Schools Hampton PublicSchools Isle of Wight County Public Schools Newport News Public Schools Norfolk Public Schools Portsmouth Public Schools Poquoson Public Schools Suffolk Public Schools Virginia Beach Public Schools Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools York County Public Schools
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Which school will my child attend? |
Chesapeake Public School Gloucester Public Schools Hampton PublicSchools Isle of Wight County Public Schools Newport News Public Schools Norfolk Public Schools Poquoson Public Schools Suffolk Public Schools Virginia Beach Public Schools Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools York County Public Schools
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What are the course requirements for graduation? |
| Graduation requirements vary depending on type of diploma (Standard or Advanced). Review your schools’ website, the Dept of Education website (www.pen.k12.va.us), or contact your child’s school. |
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Are there new student welcoming programs? |
| All schools offer some type of new student welcoming program. Contact the school guidance office to request a new student welcome package. New student programs and school orientation varies based on grade level, school size, number of new students and other related factors. |
