Spring2ACTion is on April 5 and ACPS has multiple schools, PTAs and booster organizations taking part. Find the one (or more) you want to support and give on Wednesday.
Support ACPS Through Spring2ACTion on April 5
Category: John Adams
Help Us Celebrate John Adams’ 50th Birthday
John Adams Elementary School is Celebrating its 50th Birthday. Do you have photos or stories to share?
Kindergarten Registration Begins April 18 with Special Kick-off Event
Kindergarten registration for the 2017-18 school year begins with a Special 2017 Registration Kick-off Event on Tuesday, April 18, from 3 to 7 p.m. at all elementary schools. Watch a video showing what it is like to be in kindergarten.
Thank Your School Social Worker for the Critical Role They Play in Our Students’ Lives
ACPS celebrates our school social workers who play a critical role in ensuring that every student succeeds.
One Fish, Two Fish…We Celebrated Dr. Seuss Day in Style!
Thursday was Read Across America Day. Staff, students and families had fun nurturing a love of reading in multiple languages.
Meet the Teachers Nominated for the Washington Post Teacher of the Year Award
Meet the second half of the teachers nominated for The Washington Post Teacher of the Year Award. Stay tuned for the announcement of the overall ACPS winner to be announced in April.
John Adams’ Sympatico Students Compose New Work
Students in Alexandria Symphony’s Sympatico program at John Adams Elementary School are composing their own original work as part of a week-long intensive workshop this week.
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.
Students Find Ways to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King
Students across ACPS honored Dr. Martin Luther King with a variety of enrichment and reflective activities.
Call For Artists to Participate in Earth Day Art Work Competition
What does the statement, “Clean water starts with YOU!” mean to you? Submit your visual representation of the theme in the Earth Day Artwork Contest.
A Reminder How to Stay Informed During Winter Weather Emergencies
Are you set up to receive email and text messages from ACPS in case of winter weather schedule changes? Learn the best ways to stay informed and get connected.
Do You Know How to Stay Informed During Winter Weather Emergencies?
Are you set up to receive email and text messages from ACPS in case of winter weather schedule changes? Learn the best ways to stay informed and get connected.
School Board Votes Funds to Buy New West End School
The School Board voted on Thursday to move funds initially allocated for the lease of a new school for the purchase of a new building in the West End at 1701 and 1705 North Beauregard Street.
Nominate a Teacher for the 2017 Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2017 Teacher of the Year Award. Details of the nomination process, instructions and required materials are listed here to help you with making your nominations. Nominate a teacher today!
ACPS Schools Recognize Veterans Day Through Reflective, Educational Activities
In honor of Veterans Day, ACPS held special activities in our schools to recognize and honor veterans of the U.S. military.