The ACPS Spring Movement Challenge was a success with 14 of 17 schools and Central Office staff participating. See how your team did and get details about the Kickball Tournament on Friday, July 3.
Wear Orange on June 2 to Show Support of Anti-Violence Efforts
As part of our commitment to providing a safe learning and working environment, students, educators and staff are invited to wear orange in honor of those who have lost their lives to violence.
Governor Honors Two ACPS Schools with Distinguished Achievement Awards
Charles Barrett Elementary School and Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy were among 166 schools honored with the Board of Education Distinguished Achievement Award for 2016 in Governor Terry McAuliffe’s Virginia Index of Performance (VIP) program.
ACPS Takes Precaution of Testing Drinking Water in Schools
Due to nationwide public interest in lead levels in water, ACPS made the proactive decision of testing the drinking water in all schools over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
School Board Votes on Some Redistricting Policies But Not Grandfathering
The Alexandria City School Board has voted on a series of redistricting policies that include class sizes and the designation of educational programs. Watch a video that explains the new policies and where we are in the process.
School Board Approves Final Budget Focused on High Academic Standards
The Alexandria City School Board approved the FY 2017 Final Combined Funds Budget for Alexandria City Public Schools on Thursday night. Thank you to the community who came out and supported us during the process.
Teachers Honored for Specialized Instruction Work at 30th Annual Awards
Teachers from T.C. Williams, Francis C. Hammond, Cora Kelly, John Adams and Matthew Maury were honored for their work with students with disabilities at a reception and awards ceremony on Thursday evening.
GW Teacher Wins Virginia Lottery’s “Super Teacher Award”
George Washington Middle School career and technical education teacher Sybil Currie-Boyd won the Virginia Lottery Super Teacher award in a surprise assembly of sixth-grade students, faculty and guests last Monday. See a video of her reaction during the surprise.
Learn How the ACPS Spring Movement Challenge Changed a Lifestyle
The ACPS Movement Challenge inspired ELL Assessment Specialist Rachel Ersoz to make lifestyle changes leading to improved health and a more positive outlook.
Next Employee Benefit Open Enrollment Meeting is May 25
The next Benefit Open Enrollment Meeting is on Wednesday, May 25 at Francis C. Hammond Middle School in the small cafeteria from 3 to 6 p.m. Human Resources staff and benefit representatives will be available to answer questions and assist with benefit enrollment.
School Board Votes to Move Ahead With Preferred Design Option for Patrick Henry Project
The Alexandria City School Board voted to move ahead with option A-1 for the design of the new school and recreation center at Patrick Henry at the School Board meeting on Thursday evening.
Next Employee Benefit Open Enrollment Meeting is May 17
The next Benefit Open Enrollment Meeting is on Tuesday, May 17 at Central Office in the School Board room from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Human Resources staff will be available to assist with benefit questions and enrollment.
Take a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Work of Our Speech- Language Pathologists
Watch a video about the work of our ACPS speech-language pathologists, in celebration of Better Hearing and Speech Month.
Special Education Video Series: Increase Your Family Engagement
The ACPS Special Education Parent Resource Center has compiled a series of videos about topics of interest to parents of students with special educational needs. View the fifth video in the series in English, Spanish, Amharic and Arabic.
Thank You for Supporting ACPS During the Budget Process
ACPS gives a HUGE thank you to everyone who supported us during the budget process this year. On Thursday, May 5, Alexandria City Council passed the budget for the next year, which included generous support for our growing schools.
One Giant Moon Step to Fun This Tuesday
Join us on Tuesday, May 10 for a special night of moon discovery with NASA Goddard moon geologist Noah Petro, then a showing of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, all as part of the month long All Alexandria Reads celebration.
T.C. Williams Director of Choral Activities Wins Award of Distinction
T.C. Williams Director of Choral Activities and choir have won multiple awards at Fiesta-val music festival.
Next Employee Benefit Open Enrollment Meeting is May 12
The second Benefit Open Enrollment Meeting is on Thursday, May 12 in the George Washington Middle School library from 3 to 6:00 p.m. Human Resources staff will be available to assist with benefit questions and enrollment.
Learn How to Help Young People in Crisis
A course teaching adults how to respond to youths in crisis is being offered through the City of Alexandria. The Youth Mental Health First Aid courses are offered on May 17 and 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.