This week, the Superintendent announced a Capital Improvement Program for the next ten years that includes a new elementary school, new middle school and new high school building.
View the Two Latest Redistricting Options
Thank you to all those who attended last week’s redistricting community meetings last week. Two new options for redistricting are now publicly available after we listened to your feedback.
Teachers: Get Involved in Revising the ACPS Curriculum!
We want to hear from you! Your input is wanted in curriculum redesign process. Learn more.
Professional Development Highlights: Teaching Honors-Strategies for Differentiation, Book Club and Supporting English Learners
ACPS offers hundreds of courses for staff. Each week ACPS Insider will highlight a few of the most relevant courses.
Meet Your School’s Public Relations Liaison
Meet the new School Public Relations Liaisons. Help get the news out about all the good things that happen at our schools by sending pictures and story ideas to your PR rep!
View the Presidential Race from Inside ACPS Classrooms
See how ACPS teachers and students take advantage of teaching and learning opportunities concerning the presidential election by bringing a discussion around the campaigns into the classroom.
Important Change for Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan Participants
If you participate in the Virginia Retirement System Hybrd Plan, here is news you can use concerning an automatic increase to your voluntary contribution.
Your Input Wanted on the 2017-18 Academic Calendars
The process to develop the 2017-18 academic calendar has begun and ACPS is looking for your feedback. Please take a few moments to review the draft calendar and submit your comments.
Professional Development Highlights: Crisis Prevention and Intervention, Human Sexuality for Educators, Coping Strategies for Anxious Children, First Aid and CPR
ACPS wants to ensure that all staff know where they can find upcoming professional development opportunities in one easy-to-access place. Each week, our professional development staff will sift through the professional development offerings and highlight some here.
First Year of ACPS 2020 Results in Considerable Academic Success
ACPS now has the results for the Academic Excellence and Educational Equity goals set for the first year of the ACPS 2020 Strategic Plan. See how we performed.
ACPS Seeks Staff Input on the Evaluation of Services for Students with Disabilities
Instructional staff, special education-related service providers, paraprofessionals and administrators are invited to participate in a survey that will inform the evaluation of services to students with disabilities.
Spread the Word About the Redistricting Community Meetings in October
ACPS is hosting four Redistricting Community Meetings in October and November to solicit community input from across Alexandria ahead of determining the new boundaries. There are now four possible options for redistricting. Make sure everyone has their chance to have their say.
Professional Development Highlights: Medication Administration, Teaching Across Cultures and Support Staff Evaluation Training
ACPS wants to ensure that all staff know where they can find an up-to-date list of all upcoming professional development in one easy-to-access place. Each week, our professional development staff will sift through the professional development offerings and list them here.
Free Books for ACPS Teachers Courtesy of Friends of Beatley Central Library
Teachers! Get free books for your classroom or for your personal enjoyment at the Beatley Central Library Teacher Appreciation Day.
A Letter From Your Superintendent: The ACPS Curriculum Review
ACPS recently concluded an evaluation of the division’s written, tested, taught, and supported curriculum. Read a letter from Superintendent Alvin L. Crawley regarding the assessment.
George Mason Elementary School Welcomes New Interim Assistant Principal
Kathy Bruce will serve as Interim Assistant Principal at George Mason for the remainder of this school year.
Professional Development Highlights: Counselor, Gradual Release, Course Creation and Insulin Training
ACPS wants to ensure that all staff know where they can find an up-to-date list of all upcoming professional development in one easy-to-access place. Each week, our professional development staff will sift through the professional development offerings and list them here.
School Board Votes to Implement New Boundaries in Fall 2018
The Alexandria City School Board has voted to approve the implementation of the new boundaries in fall 2018. Stay up-to-date with the process.
Get Your Free Flu Shot
It’s that time of year. Get your free flu shot before the flu gets you. Find out when a Flu Shot Clinic will be held at your work location.
Announcing New Support Staff Performance Evaluation System
ACPS is launching a new performance management system for support staff designed to recognize and develop employees as valuable contributors to the ACPS community.
Superintendent Announces Interim Principal for Cora Kelly
Dr. Seazante Williams Oliver has been appointed as the Interim Principal of Cora Kelly School for Math, Science and Technology effective immediately.