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VBCPS Organizational Chart PDF Document
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• Budget and Finance
Approved Biennial Operating Budget FY 2006-2007/FY 2007-2008 PDF Document
Approved Biennial Operating Budget FY 2008-2009/FY 2009-2010 PDF Document
        Comprehensive Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year 2008 PDF Document
        Approved School Board Operating Budget FY 2007-2008 Amended PDF Document
        Superintendent's Proposed 2006-07 Capital Improvement Program PDF Document
School Board Proposed Operating Budget FY 2009-2010 Amended PDF Document

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• Academy Programs
        Academy Application Process (2008-2009 School Year)
        Middle and High School Academy Programs (Grades 6-12)
        Elementary School Academy Programs (Grades 1-4)
        Academy Transportation (Express Bus Routes)
Express Bus Route Overview
• Adult Education
Advanced Academic Programs
Advanced Academic Program Application Process (2008-2009 School Year)
IB Program at Plaza Middle School
Ocean Lakes Mathematics and Science Program
IB Program at Princess Anne High School
Advanced Academic Program Transportation (Express Bus Routes)
Express Bus Route Overview
• Alternative Education
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        Preschool/Early Discoveries
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• Distance Learning
 Virtual Virginia Beach e-Learning (online)
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 Virtual Virginia
• Gifted Program
        Gifted Application Process Grades 2-12 (2008-2009 School Year)
        Elementary School Level
        Middle School Level
        High School Level
        Gifted Transportation (Express Bus Routes)
Express Bus Route Overview
        Report of the School Board Ad Hoc Committee on Performance of Gifted Education Personnel
• Grading Scale
• Graduation Requirements
• Homework Hotline
• Home Instruction
• NJROTC Program
• Planetarium
• Reading Bus
• Parent / Student Guides (Grades K-5)
• Special Education
• Student Course Guide
        Grades K-5 2007-2008
        Secondary School Curriculum Student Guide 2008-2009
        Secondary School Curriculum Student Guide 2009-2010
        High School Application for Enrollment in Courses for More than Six Credits PDF Document
• Student & Staff Resources
CoreCourseGPA.com - College academic eligibility for high school student athletes
        Grolier Online
        Instructional Resource Center
        Educational Technology
• Technical and Career Education
• Textbook Policy


• Budget and Finance
Approved Biennial Operating Budget FY 2006-2007/FY 2007-2008 PDF Document
Approved Biennial Operating Budget FY 2008-2009/FY 2009-2010 PDF Document
spaceComprehensive Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year 2008 PDF Document 
spaceApproved School Board Operating Budget FY 2007-2008 Amended PDF Document
School Board Proposed Operating Budget FY 2009-2010 Amended PDF Document
• Improving the Academic Performance of African American Males: A Progress Report PDF Document
• Key Operating Measures 2004-2005 School Year through 2007-2008 School Year PDF Document
• No Child Left Behind
• On-Time Graduation Rate
• Program Evaluations/Research
• Research Applicant Request Form
• SAT Testing Program/2004-2005 Scores and Analysis Report PDF Document
• School Accreditation History (school years 1998-1999 through 2007-2008) PDF Document
• School Facts & Figures
• School Report Cards
• Standards of Learning
• Stanford 10 Tests (Grades 4, 6 & 9)
• Other Scores
• Student Records/Transcript Current and Former Students
• Virginia's Education Management System
• Virginia School Report Card (All Virginia Schools)

Job Opportunities

Quick Links
• Contact Human Resources: vbcpshr@vbschools.com
• Complete an Employment Application
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• Have a question about the online application? Contact Us
• 2009-2010 Teacher Recruitment Package
• Visit Our Facebook Page

Types of Jobs
• Bus Driver
• Food Services
• Custodial Services
• Substitute Guidelines / Procedures
• Teaching

Resources
• Human Resources Staff
• Predoctoral Internship Training Program / Professional Psychology
• Job Titles / Descriptions
• Quick Glance at Virginia Licensure
• Teacher Licensure
• Student Work Permits
• Salary Information
• Our Location
• Driving Directions
• Vision Statement, Mission Statement & Core Values
• Frequently Asked Questions about the Application Process

Policies
• Code of Student Conduct
• Graduation Requirements PDF Document
• School Bus Policies
• Bylaws
• Recent Updates
• Table of Contents
        Section 1 - Bylaws
        Section 2 - Administration
        Section 3 - Business and Non-Instructional Operations
        Section 4 - Personnel
        Section 5 - Students
        Section 6 - Instruction
        Section 7 - Community Relations

Volunteers
• Talent Bank
• Volunteers in Education
• Partners in Education
        2006-2007 Model Partnerships
• Virginia Beach Public Schools Education Foundation
• Speakers' Bureau
• VBCPS Mentors... Help a child leap through life
• Meet Some of Our Mentors
•  Parent Involvement
        Six Standards for Parent/Family Involvement
        Parent Involvement Schools of Excellence
        National Network of Partnership Schools


Standards of Learning
• Testing Schedule / 2008-2009 School Year
• Beach Schools Projected to Earn 99% SOL Accreditation
• School Accreditation History (school years 1998-1999 through 2007-2008) PDF Document
• An Overview of the Importance of School Accreditation and AYP PDF Document
• Spring 2008 SOL Test Scores (Three-year comparison, school by school)
        Grade 3: Percent Passing PDF Document
        Grade 4: Percent Passing PDF Document
        Grade 5: Percent Passing PDF Document
        Grade 6: Percent Passing PDF Document
        Grade 7: Percent Passing PDF Document
        Grade 8: Percent Passing PDF Document
        Middle School: Percent Passing (End-of-Course Part 2) PDF Document
        High School: Percent Passing (End-of-Course Part 1) PDF Document
        High School: Percent Passing (End-of-Course Part 2) PDF Document
• Miscellaneous SOL Information
        Raising Student Achievement: A Standards of Learning Update from the Virginia Department of Education (1/12/06) PDF Document
        SOL Objectives for All Grades (10/10/02)
        SOL Sample Test Items (8/15/03)
        Virginia Department of Education's Links for Parents
• Virginia's Education Management System
• Virginia School Report Card (All Virginia Schools)(5/12/05)

School Board
• Agenda for Next Meeting
• Minutes Archive
• School Board Directory PDF Document
• School Board Policies and Administrative Regulations
• Comprehensive Strategic Plan
• School Board Code of Ethics PDF Document
• School Board Bylaws
• Board Members as Guest Speakers
• Clerk of the Board
• If You Can't Attend a Meeting
• School Board Schedule of Meetings 2009-2010
• School Board Standing Rules
• School Board Recognitions
• School Board Monthly Minutes
• Sign Up to Speak
• An Overview of The School Board
• Superintendent's Monthly Report to School Board 2008-2009 School Year
• Archived Superintendent's Monthly Report to School Board
• Virginia Beach City Public Schools 2009 Legislative Program Agenda PDF Document
• Virginia Beach City Public Schools Mission Statement
• School Board
        Mrs. Rita Sweet Bellitto At-Large
        William J. "Bill" Brunke, IV District 7 - Princess Anne
        Mr. Todd C. Davidson At-Large
        Mrs. Emma L. "Em" Davis District 5 - Lynnhaven
        Mrs. Patricia "Pat" Edmonson District 6 - Beach
        Mr. Daniel D. "Dan" Edwards District 1 - Centerville
        Mr. Dan R. Lowe District 4 - Bayside
        Mr. Brent N. Mckenzie District 3 - Rose Hall
        Mr. Patrick S. Salyer At-Large
        Ms. Sandra Smith-Jones District 2 - Kempsville
        Mrs. Carolyn D. Weems At-Large


• AB Day Schedule PDF Document (All High Schools and Selected Middle Schools)
• Academy Programs
Academy Application Process (2008-2009 School Year)
Middle and High School Academy Programs (Grades 6-12)
Elementary School Academy Programs (Grades 1-4)
Academy Transportation (Express Bus Routes)
Express Bus Route Overview
• Adult Education
Advanced Academic Programs
Advanced Academic Program Application Process (2008-2009 School Year)
IB Program at Plaza Middle School
Ocean Lakes Mathematics and Science Program
IB Program at Princess Anne High School
Advanced Academic Program Transportation (Express Bus Routes)
Express Bus Route Overview
• AlertNow Parent Notification System
• Alternative Education
• Alumni & Reunion Information
• Apple-A-Day Parent Newsletter PDF Document
• Athletic Programs
Athletic Participation/Parental Consent/Physical Examination Form
Middle PDF Document
High PDF Document
Athletic Competition Schedule
• Bus Schedules
• Cell Phone Use
• Charter Schools
• Code of Student Conduct
• Distance Learning
Virtual Virginia Beach e-Learning (online)
Quality Connection (video conferencing)
         Virginia AP School Courses/Early College Scholar Program
• E-Mail a School
• Gifted Program
        Gifted Application Process Grades 2-12 (2008-2009 School Year)
        Elementary School Level
        High School Level
        Middle School Level
        Gifted Transportation (Express Bus Routes)
Express Bus Route Overview
        Report of the School Board Ad Hoc Committee on Performance of Gifted Education Personnel
• Graduation Requirements PDF Document
• Graduation Schedule (High School Class of 2010)
• Health Services
• Historical Overview
• Homework Hotline
• Home Instruction
• Internet/Computer Safety Tips for Students and Parents
• Kindergarten Program
• Middle School Years
• MySchool Mail
• NJROTC Program
• Open Houses/Information Nights 2009-2010
• Overview of Virginia Beach City Public Schools
• Parent Acknowledgement Form and Supporting Documents
• Parent/Student Handbook
        Elementary School Level 
        Middle School Level  
        High School Level
• Planetarium
• Preschool /Early Discoveries
• Program Evaluations/Research
• School Board Policies and Administrative Regulations
• School Calendars
• School/Center Directory & Web Sites
• School Closings/Cancellations/Emergencies/School Safety
• School Emergency Guide for Parents
• School Counseling Program
• School Hours
• School Mascots and Colors
• Speakers' Bureau
• Special Education
• School Locator / Map Center
• Student Activities
        Athletic & Academic Competition Schedules
• Student Out-of-Zone Request Forms (Elementary, Middle and High School)
• Student Records/Current and Former Students
• Student Registration
• Student Work Permits
• Teachers of the Year
• Testing Schedule 2008-2009
• Title I (federal aid program for elementary and secondary schools)
• Virginia Beach Juvenile Detention Center/Education Program
• Virginia Beach Middle School Replacement
• Volunteer Opportunities

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VBCPS Press Room
• News Releases
        Current News Releases
        Subscribe to VBCPS News Release  Mailing List

• School Information
        A Brief Overview of Virginia Beach City Public Schools
        School Report Cards
        School Facts & Figures
        School Directory
• Administration
        School Board Members
        Mrs. Rita Sweet Bellitto
        William J. "Bill" Brunke, IV
        Mr. Todd C. Davidson
        Mrs. Emma L. "Em" Davis
        Mrs. Patricia "Pat" Edmonson
        Mr. Daniel D. "Dan" Edwards
        Mr. Edward "Ed" Fissinger, Sr
        Mr. Dan R. Lowe
        Ms. Sandra Smith-Jones
        Mr. Michael W. Stewart
        Mrs. Carolyn D. Weems
• Superintendent
        Dr. James G. Merrill
        Assistant Superintendents / Department Heads
        School Board Policies & Administrative Regulations
• Contact Us
        Administrative/Frequently Called Numbers

VBCPS employees

Education Foundation

No Child Left Behind




• TELEPHONE: 757.263.1000 (School Administration Building)
• TDD: 757.263.1240
• Administrative/Frequently Called Numbers
• School Phone Numbers/Faxes/E-mail Addresses
• School Administration e-mail address: vbcpsweb@vbschools.com
• E-Mail the Superintendent (askthesuperintendent@vbschools.com)
• U.S. MAIL:
        Virginia Beach City Public Schools
        2512 George Mason Drive
        Virginia Beach,VA 23456-0038
• Where are we located?
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