ACPS Express EXTRA EDITION 10/16/2020: Updated Phased Reopening Plans for Quarter 2
Updated Phased Reopening Plans for Quarter 2
Category: Announcements
ACPS Partners with City of Alexandria and Virtual PLUS+ Partners to Provide Full-Day Support for Families this Fall
ACPS will expand its Virtual PLUS+ program to include up to 350 full-day spots for vulnerable students in the fall, thanks to new funding from the City of Alexandria.
Virtual PLUS+ Reopening Plan Submitted to the Virginia Department of Education
Today, the Virtual PLUS+ Reopening Plan was submitted to the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), as required before the start of school on Sept. 8. See the full document.
Virtual PLUS+ Approved by School Board for Fall
The School Board has now approved the Virtual PLUS+ model for the fall. Virtual PLUS+ includes enhanced support in five key areas: learning, technology, child care, food access, and a live multilingual phone helpline. Learn more.
ACPS Announces Virtual PLUS+, a Thoughtful Model for Fall Reopening
Following months of collaboration, ACPS has determined the most feasible reopening model to begin the 2020-21 academic year. Virtual PLUS+ is a robust online learning experience that will engage students 100% virtually and provide additional supports for students, staff and families. Take the Fall 2020 Reopening Supports Poll to let us know what support you need under this model.
Detailed Update: Reopening Planning Process
See an update on our reopening planning, including information on our Cross-Functional Planning Teams, engagement across our community, prototypes of hybrid and virtual models, and next steps.
ACPS Welcomes New Hires for New Organizational Structure
This month we welcome a series of new senior leaders who will fulfill the new roles established through the organizational restructuring announced in January 2020.
Renaming of T.C. Williams High School to be Considered by School Board
On Friday, July 10, the Alexandria City School Board will begin the process of officially considering the request to change the name of T.C. Williams High School. Learn more about the public engagement process and see the FAQs.
Governor Announces All Schools Closed For the Remainder of the School Year
Today, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced that all K-12 schools will need to close until the end of the school year in response to the continued spread of the novel coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID-19.
Food Access Update During School Closures
Starting Monday, March 16, 2020, Alexandria City Public Schools will be providing emergency meals at no cost for any child under 18 and any family who needs it.
Coronavirus Update for March 13, 2020 – Schools to close March 16, 2020
Due to the impacts of the coronavirus, all ACPS schools will be closed as of Monday, March 16, 2020. Read more about this decision with Frequently Asked Questions.
Coronavirus Update for March 10, 2020
The situation around the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve. Here are the latest updates as of March 10, 2020.
T.C. Williams Student Selected as Senator Tim Kaine’s Guest for State of the Union Presidential Address
JROTC Cadet Nicole Rosario-Flores met with the senator when he visited TC last month
T.C. Remembers Legendary Titan Coach
Herman Boone, iconic former head coach of the T.C. Williams High School 1971 championship football team, passed away on December 18, surrounded by his family and friends at the age of 84. Memorial services will be held on December 27 and 28.
Off to Great Places! T.C. Phenom Ana Humphrey Named National Merit Scholar
And will she succeed? Yes! She will, indeed! (98 and 3/4 percent guaranteed.)