On Monday, March 30, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam issued a <\/span>stay-at-home order<\/span><\/a> to slow down the spread of COVID-19. This greatly limits the non-essential movements of everyone. If you are an essential staff member who needs to come into our buildings to work, please make sure you read the <\/span>FAQ on the Governor\u2019s order<\/span><\/a> and carry the ACPS letter, linked below, that permits you to travel between work and home.<\/span><\/p>\n However, this will <\/span>not<\/i><\/b> impact ACPS food distribution centers. We are still providing breakfast and lunch to our ACPS students on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. We know this is a vital service and that our students need to have access to healthy food to be able to learn. In fact, we know it is so important that today, we are launching <\/span>two more pop-up food distribution sites<\/span><\/a> in the east end of Alexandria.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Please know that our normal ACPS distribution centers and sites will not be open on April 6, 8, and 10 during spring break. The ACPS meal hotline will not be operating during spring break.<\/b><\/p>\n The Governor also confirmed that the U.S. Department of Education has approved waivers for the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests this year. We know that many of you have questions regarding third and fourth quarter grading. This is not a simple topic, so bear with us \u2014 we will provide our recommendation regarding grading to staff on Thursday, April 2 and discussing with the School Board at our weekly board meeting on Friday, April 3.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Finally, don\u2019t miss the <\/span>virtual book club<\/span><\/a> set up by librarians from T.C. Williams High School and the Minnie Howard Campus. Once you have completed your census form, you can always pick up a good book and share it!<\/span><\/p>\n In the meantime, stay safe, stay healthy and stay informed!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Sincerely,<\/span><\/p>\n Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr.<\/span> Expectations for traveling for work<\/b><\/p>\n On Monday, March 30, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam issued a <\/span>stay-at-home order<\/span><\/a> to slow down the spread of COVID-19. This greatly limits the non-essential movements of everyone including our staff and families.<\/span><\/p>\n However, as a school division, many of our staff and contractors still need to travel on work-related business while remaining respectful of the Governor\u2019s executive order.<\/span><\/p>\n For those traveling to Virginia from <\/span>Maryland<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>Washington, DC<\/span><\/a>, be aware these areas are also under stay-at-home orders which vary slightly. Please familiarize yourself by consulting the respective government\u2019s website. While each jurisdiction\u2019s order is different, each order allows for work-essential travel.<\/span><\/p>\n The ACPS Human Resources Department has <\/span>issued a letter (PDF)<\/span><\/a> for essential staff who do need to travel. It is advised that you print this letter and keep it in your vehicle or on your person, should you be required to produce it to authorities.<\/span><\/p>\n Frequently Asked Questions:<\/b><\/p>\n Am I an essential worker? <\/b> What if I don\u2019t have a printer?<\/b> What if I am stopped by police or other authorities?<\/b> ACPS now has two additional pop-up food distribution sites to serve our students:<\/span><\/p>\n See full information about our nutrition services during the coronavirus closure on the <\/span>ACPS-at-Home website<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n In the last video Q&A, Superintendent Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. answered some of your questions on:<\/span><\/p>\n Watch the daily Q&A video, available at 2 p.m.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n We welcome you to <\/span>send us your questions<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n ACPS is providing two days worth of breakfast and lunch meals free for any ACPS student on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. at the following locations:<\/p>\n GRAB-AND-GO MEAL LOCATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n ACPS has multiple \u201cgrab and go\u201d meal locations for any ACPS student or child over the age of 2 to pick up breakfast and lunch.<\/p>\n The sites are:<\/p>\n NO SIGN UP OR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO RECEIVE MEALS.<\/strong><\/p>\n Meals consist of cold breakfast and lunch, including fresh fruits and vegetables and sandwiches for multiple days per the student\u2019s need.<\/p>\n NOTE: No food distribution will occur on Tuesdays or Thursdays. <\/strong>The limited days for distribution is to support the practice of social distancing and to limit social gatherings.<\/p>\n Other Food Resources in the City of Alexandria Questions? Or Need Translation? OR<\/p>\n Call the FACE Center’s Bilingual Parent Information Lines:<\/p>\n The City of Alexandria has taken measures to further reduce risk, and encourages organizations and individuals to take action, as well. The AHD is reminding the community of the importance of social distancing by maintaining six feet of personal space whenever possible, and frequently washing hands and using hand sanitizer. For other questions about COVID-19, call the Alexandria COVID-19 Information Line at 703-746-4988, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n Additional updates can be found at www.alexandriava.gov\/Coronavirus<\/a>.<\/p>\n Please consider donating through ACT For Alexandria and the COVID-19 Response Fund<\/a> if you are able.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Community members who would like to volunteer should reach out to www.volunteeralexandria.org<\/a> or 703-836-2176 to register for any additional potential volunteer opportunities.<\/p>\n Continuity of School Support and Academic Advisement<\/strong><\/p>\n School Student Support Team staff, including school counselors, school nurses, school psychologists, and school social workers will be available during school hours throughout the closure. Monday – Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m staff will be connecting with students and their families. The Department of Student Services, Alternative Programs and Equity staff members are also available during this time and can be contacted by voicemail and at student_services@acps.k12.va.us<\/a>.<\/p>\n Emergency Supports<\/strong><\/p>\n If there is a crisis or emergency during the time of the closure, students and families can access the supports below:<\/p>\n We know that this is a challenging time. ACPS will continue to share information through the ACPS website, social media, and email. Please don\u2019t hesitate to reach out to your student\u2019s school counselor or school social worker with any questions.<\/p>\n Monday through Friday while our schools remain closed, ACPS TV will be screening 90 minutes of educational programming from The Smithsonian\u2019s \u201cScience How\u201d and \u201cStem in 30\u201d series in a loop all 24 hours. Use this series with your students to ensure continuity of education while schools are closed. See this week\u2019s schedule<\/a>.<\/p>\n Our goal is to ensure continuity of learning while schools are closed. Download student learning packets<\/a>.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t Feel Well?<\/strong> Have questions, concerns or feedback?<\/strong> Contact us<\/a> or contact your direct supervisor.<\/p>\n\n
\n<\/span>Superintendent of Schools<\/span><\/p>\nGOVERNOR\u2019S STAY AT HOME ORDER – DOCUMENTATION YOU MAY NEED<\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Please clarify this with your supervisor as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/span>Please save the letter to your phone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/span>Please offer the HR letter and if this does not suffice, please contact your supervisor by phone.<\/span><\/p>\nAdditional Pop-Up Food Distribution Sites in East Alexandria<\/h2>\n
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\n<\/strong>5700 Sanger Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311<\/li>\n
\n<\/strong>4646 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304<\/li>\n
\n<\/strong>3600 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305<\/li>\n
\n<\/strong>1501 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314<\/li>\n
\n<\/strong>3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22304<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
\n10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays<\/li>\n
\n11:20 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays<\/li>\n
\n10:45 a.m. -11:15 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays<\/li>\n
\n10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays<\/li>\n
\n11:20 to 11:50 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n<\/strong>For food pantry locations and schedules in Alexandria, visit www.hungerfreealexandria.com<\/a> or call \u202a703-662-1067.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Send us your question in Spanish, Arabic or Amharic:<\/p>\n\n
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UPDATES FROM THE ALEXANDRIA HEALTH DEPARTMENT<\/h2>\n
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MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT<\/h2>\n
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LEARNING ON ACPS-TV<\/h2>\n
ONLINE LEARNING PACKETS<\/h2>\n
HEALTH REMINDERS<\/h2>\n
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