As the redistricting process gets under way this fall, ACPS would like to inform you about some proposed changes. The implementation of the new boundaries is likely to be pushed to the fall of 2018 to align with the opening of the new Patrick Henry School, West End school and pre-K center.
Category: Announcements
T.C. Williams Focusing on SATs as Primary College-Preparation Test
Beginning in September, T.C. Williams will increase efforts to prepare students for taking the SAT, a test widely used in college admissions to assess a student’s readiness for college and predict future academic success.
ACPS Announces Free and Reduced School Lunch Qualifications
Superintendent Appoints New Director of Communications
Superintendent Alvin L. Crawley has announced the appointment of Helen Lloyd as Director of Communications for Alexandria City Public Schools.
Cora Kelly Principal Named Virginia Principal of the Year
Brandon Davis, Principal of Cora Kelly School for Math, Science and Technology, was named Virginia’s 2016 Distinguished Principal of the Year in a surprise ceremony staged by his staff and students on Wednesday. Watch a video of the surprise event.
ACPS Welcomes New Coordinator of City-Wide Early Childhood Programs
ACPS welcomes a new Coordinator of City-Wide Early Childhood Programs. Michelle A. Smith-Howard will be overseeing the future expansion and direction of programs for preschool-age children.
School Board Budget Focuses on Finding Creative Solutions to Support Growing Student Population
The Alexandria City School Board adopted the FY 2017 Approved Combined Funds Budget for ACPS at a total of $275.8 million on Thursday night. Read more about the budget and how ACPS is addressing growing enrollment while maintaining a focus on high academic standards.
Design Team Presents Initial Patrick Henry Project Designs
Initial designs for the new Patrick Henry School and recreation center were presented to the Patrick Henry Advisory Group on Wednesday evening. Learn more about the design options and ways to give your own feedback.
ACPS Celebrated Read Across America Day in Style
ACPS celebrated Read Across America Day with school reading activities, VIP guests and a social media contest. Congratulations to Lindsay Stuart, third-grade teacher at Jefferson-Houston School, who won $100 in books and literacy supplies for her classroom!
Alexandria City is Looking for New Crossing Guards
Alexandria City is looking for new crossing guards to ensure our children get to school safely.
Two Days Left to Complete the Curriculum Survey #YourVoiceCounts
Two more days left to give feedback via the ACPS Curriculum Parent Survey.
TWO Regional Championships and a US #1 in One Weekend for T.C. Williams #TitanPride
Congratulations to the T.C. Williams Girls Basketball Team, Boys Track and Field Team and the Boys 200m Relay Team for a series of impressive wins this weekend! #TitanPride
Updated Snow Make-up Days as of Feb. 16
ACPS students have now missed seven days of school due to weather this year. The additional snow make-up dates are April 22 for all traditional calendar schools and May 13 for Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School.
Alexandria City Opens Summer Camp Registration
Alexandria City has announced its summer camp registration dates and family fun nights. Registration for summer camps will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 24 for Alexandria residents.
T.C. Williams High School Announces New Head Football Coach
T.C. Williams High School has announced the appointment of a new head football coach. James Longerbeam will start as Head Coach at T.C. Williams on February 16.