The Department of Academic Services provides leadership and support for teaching, learning, and student achievement across Dinwiddie County Public Schools. The department works collaboratively with schools to ensure that every student has access to high-quality instruction, rigorous and relevant learning experiences, and the academic supports needed to reach their full potential.
Academic Services supports teachers, school leaders, students, and families by coordinating curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional learning, school improvement, and specialized academic programs. Our work is grounded in high expectations, evidence-based practices, continuous improvement, and a commitment to knowing every student by their strengths, needs, and aspirations.
Responsibilities
The Department of Academic Services provides leadership and support in the following areas:
- Curriculum and Instruction – Leads the development, implementation, and continuous refinement of curriculum and instructional practices aligned with Virginia’s academic standards and the goals of Dinwiddie County Public Schools.
- Teaching and Learning – Supports educators in delivering high-quality, engaging, and responsive instruction that promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, creativity, and meaningful application of learning.
- Instructional Leadership – Partners with principals, assistant principals, instructional specialists, and teacher leaders to strengthen instructional leadership and build consistent expectations for effective teaching and learning across schools.
- Assessment and Accountability – Coordinates division and state assessment programs, analyzes student performance data, and supports schools in using multiple measures of learning to inform instruction, intervention, and improvement efforts.
- School Improvement and Continuous Improvement – Works with schools to develop, implement, and monitor improvement plans that identify priorities, establish measurable goals, and align strategies and resources with student needs.
- Professional Learning – Designs and coordinates professional learning opportunities that strengthen educator knowledge, instructional practice, leadership capacity, and the implementation of division priorities.
- Early Literacy and Foundational Learning – Supports strong literacy and numeracy foundations through evidence-based instructional practices, early identification of student needs, and targeted support designed to help students become confident and successful learners.
- Intervention and Academic Support – Assists schools in developing systems of support for students who need additional instruction, acceleration, intervention, or enrichment to achieve academic success.
- Advanced and Enriched Learning Opportunities – Supports programs and instructional experiences that challenge students, develop individual talents, and provide opportunities for deeper learning and academic exploration.
- College, Career, and Life Readiness – Promotes learning experiences that help students connect academics to future goals and develop the knowledge, skills, habits, and experiences necessary for success after graduation.
- Career and Technical Education – Supports opportunities for students to explore career pathways, develop technical and employability skills, earn industry credentials, and participate in authentic learning experiences connected to the workforce and postsecondary education.
- Federal and State Academic Programs – Coordinates and supports applicable instructional programs and funding initiatives to ensure resources are used effectively to expand opportunities and address student learning needs.
- Student Data and Instructional Decision-Making – Helps schools use student achievement, growth, attendance, engagement, and other relevant data to identify trends, monitor progress, and make informed instructional decisions.
- Family Academic Engagement – Supports schools in helping families understand academic expectations, student progress, available resources, and ways they can partner with educators to support learning.
Preparing Every Student for What Comes Next
Academic success is about more than earning grades or passing assessments. It is about ensuring that students develop the knowledge, skills, confidence, curiosity, and perseverance they need to thrive in school and beyond.
The Department of Academic Services is committed to creating learning experiences that challenge students, respond to individual needs, and open doors to future opportunities. Through strong instruction, meaningful relationships, thoughtful use of data, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement, we work to ensure that every Dinwiddie student is prepared to succeed in college, career, service, and life.
Deep Roots. Strong Communities. Great Heights.
