Over the course of the 2021-22 school year, the ACPS Office of Communications will be working to redesign and rethink the division’s and schools’ websites. To better understand how families access information, we are asking you to fill out a brief survey that will guide some of our work.
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Disability Awareness Month: Sign up for Special Education Parent Resource Center Newsletter
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Supe’s Spotlight: Video Message from Dr. Hutchings
The “Supe’s Spotlight” video message with ACPS Superintendent Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. once again shares information, thoughts and reflections from the superintendent with the ACPS community.
Parent Resource Center is Here to Help Families
In recognition of Learning Disability Awareness Month in October, we want to highlight a valuable resource for families: the Anne R. Lipnick Special Education Parent Resource Center (PRC), located at the Minnie Howard Campus of Alexandria City High School.
Celebrating School Lunch Week
Breakfast and lunch are being served for all ACPS students at no cost during the 2021-22 school year, giving us a big reason to cheer during National School Lunch week, Oct. 11-15.
School Board Meeting Summary
See a summary of the agenda from the Thursday, Oct. 7 School Board Meeting, including student supports through the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS), policies related to School Board meetings, emergency preparedness, and student attendance and absences, and adoption of budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2023.
Remember: Mask Up
ACPS remains vigilant in addressing the spread of COVID-19 within the school division. Please remember to follow our health and safety procedures.
Updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and the ACPS Helpline
Since the beginning of the 2021-22 school year, ACPS families have been able to use the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section on the ACPS website for answers to their questions. If you have a question we have not answered, there are many ways to contact ACPS.
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National Bullying Prevention Month • Calendar Reminder for Oct. 11 • Sign Up for New Tiggbee Career Video Series
ACPS Sees All-time Highest Graduation Rate and Lowest Dropout Rate for Class of 2021
Data just released by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) show that ACPS has achieved in 2021 the highest on-time graduation rate and lowest student dropout rate since Virginia began reporting these data in 2008.
Many Ways to Communicate with ACPS: Language Line Direct Response, ACPS Helpline and Ask ACPS
ACPS offers many ways for families to reach out to schools and division staff. Find out about each one, including our new phone interpretation service starting today!
National Custodian Day
In recognition of National Custodian Day, we show our appreciation to the ACPS custodians who clean our schools and offices and are an integral part of our community.
Virtual Community Budget Session on Oct. 18
ACPS will host a virtual Community Budget Session open to all community members at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021. Come learn about the upcoming budget process, timeline and the fiscal challenges facing ACPS.
National Principals Month
It is time to salute all the dedicated ACPS principals as we observe National Principals Month.
School Board Meeting Agenda
The next School Board meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021. See the meeting agenda and find out how to participate.