The Alexandria City School Board has voted on a new elementary school attendance boundaries for Alexandria.
Be Aware of Security Changes at Central Office in February
Staff will be required to use their ID card and fob to access all departments in Central Office starting mid-February.
Hammond Receives National Recognition for Counseling
Francis C. Hammond Middle School has become one of only 650 schools in the United States to be designated a ‘Model Program’ by the American School Counselor Association.
Professional Development Highlights: Coding, Inclusive Learning, Behavioral Strategies and More
ACPS offers hundreds of courses for staff. This week, ACPS focuses on the selection offered for Professional Development Day on March 10.
School Board Votes on Redistricting Grandfathering Policies
The School Board voted to approve a series of policies on redistricting, including grandfathering, on Thursday evening. Understand the changes.
Help Us Celebrate School Principals Appreciation Week
Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe has designated January 22 – 28 as School Principal Appreciation Week. Learn about fun ways to show your appreciation to your school principal this week.
Let Us Know Your Employment Intentions for 2017-18
It’s time to indicate your intention regarding re-employment for the 2017-2018 school year.
Summer School Administrator Vacancies Announced
The summer school administrator vacancies have been posted. Get details and apply online.
Student Services Executive Director Receives Prestigious Appointment
Congratulations to Jefferey Carpenter, executive director of student services, who has been named a trustee for the National Association of Pupil Services Administrators.
Free Tree Seedlings for Arbor Day
Teachers, register to receive free tree seedlings and related teaching resources by February 17.
Professional Development Highlights: All Things College, Lesson Planning, Team-building for Paraprofessionals and Science Literacy
ACPS offers hundreds of courses for staff. Each week, ACPS Insider will highlight a few of the most relevant courses.
Superintendent Proposes Leanest Operating Budget in Years
The Superintendent has proposed the leanest Operating Budget the school division has faced in years while maintaining the overall effectiveness of schools and supporting student achievement.
Why Wear Your ACPS 2020 Lanyard?
Your ACPS 2020 lanyard is more than just a means to carry your badge. Learn about the important role it plays in your day-to-day work.
Thinking About Retirement? Sign Up for February Workshop
If you are thinking about retirement, we have news you can use. Sign up for the February 9 retirement seminar to learn more.
Help Us Select a Learning Management System for ACPS
Your input is wanted to help ACPS select our next Learning Management System (LMS).
Professional Development Highlights: Books as Mirrors and Sliding Doors, Prepping Students for SOLs and the Importance of Science
ACPS offers hundreds of courses for staff. Each week, ACPS Insider will highlight a few of the most relevant courses.
School Board Votes in New Chair and Vice Chair
The Alexandria City School Board has voted to appoint Ramee Gentry to the position of Chair of the Board and Cindy Anderson to Vice Chair of the Board for the next year.
Use the Updated Letterhead and Templates for 2017
ACPS letterhead, memo, and PowerPoint templates have been updated with names of the newly elected Chair and Vice Chair of the School Board. Please make sure you use the new templates!
Communications Team Member Named in U.S. Top 35 Under 35
Communications Specialist Delaina McCormack has been named one of the people to watch in school public relations across the United States.
Redistricting Review Committee Selects Option to Put Forward to School Board
The Redistricting Review Committee has selected one final option to put forward to the School Board for approval. The School Board is scheduled to make the final decision on January 26.
Don’t Forget: Schools and Central Office Closed on January 16 and 20
Schools closed on Monday, January 16 in honor of Martin Luther King Day and on Friday, January 20 for Inauguration Day. Stuck inside? Here is a great list of reading material about MLK and a list of poetry read at inaugurations.
Professional Development Highlights: Guided Math and Science Fair
ACPS offers hundreds of courses for staff. Each week, ACPS Insider will highlight a few of the most relevant courses.