As students celebrate the start of summer break, Albemarle County Public Schools is already looking ahead to next year with updates to programming for its youngest learners.
At the preschool level, early childhood special education programs currently housed at Stony Point Elementary will be moved to Baker-Butler Elementary. The change, per a May 26 release, will allow the county to expand access to preschool programming across the district.
“Bringing preschool classrooms together at larger program sites allows students to learn alongside more peers and gives schools greater access to specialized staff and support services,” said Craig Dommer, executive director of curriculum, assessment, and instruction, in the release. “It also creates more opportunities for collaboration among early childhood educators and supports inclusive learning environments for all students.”
Some K-5 students in the county will also see changes in 2026-27, with the centralization of the extended day enrichment program at Agnor Elementary and the expansion of afterschool options at Scottsville and Red Hill elementaries.
More information on preschools, after-school programs, and transportation can be found at k12albemarle.org.
You’re out!
Despite an impressive eighth-inning rally, the University of Virginia men’s baseball team was knocked out of the Hattiesburg Regional by Jacksonville State on May 31. The 7-6 loss marks an end to the post-season for the Hoos and first-year Head Coach Chris Pollard, with an overall record of 37-23.
Tipoff time
The Charlottesville Tonsler League kicked off its fifth season of basketball on May 30. Things are heating up on the court, with 12 teams set to play for the championship title and accompanying $5,000 cash prize. More information on tipoff times, brackets, and the junior league can be found at tonslerleague.com.
