The SOLs are now underway. See how the staff at MacArthur are energizing their students with a fun SOL music video, see the winners of the Virginia Math SOL Cup and view the testing schedule.
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D.C. United Celebrates ACPS Teacher of the Year Nominees
DC United team members host special event at Cora Kelly to celebrate ACPS Teacher of the Year nominees during Teacher Appreciation Week
Thank a Teacher This Week
It’s that time of year when we express our thanks and gratitude to the teachers and staff. See how some of our schools celebrated last week and get ideas for how you can celebration teachers and staff this week, as part of National Teacher Appreciation Week.
Time is Running Out to Take the ACPS 2020 Survey
Let your voice be heard—take the ACPS survey today. Time is running out to give feedback to ACPS. Don’t miss out!
Kindergarten Registration Begins This Week with a Special Kick-off Event
Reminder: 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.
Support ACPS Through Spring2ACTion on April 5
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.
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.
Alexandria City Spring and Summer Camp Registration Open
Register for City of Alexandria spring and summer camps today. Mark your calendar for Family Splash Nights and get ready to register for summer programs when registration opens on Wednesday, March 15.
ACPS Launches Elementary Salad Bars to Boost Student Health and Wellness
Eight elementary schools across ACPS are set to get salad bars in the next few months. The first ‘Greens and More Bar’ was launched at Charles Barrett Elementary School on Friday.
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.
Two Schools Get $1,000 Awards for Encouraging Health and Wellness
The Marine Corp Marathon sponsor has donated $1,000 each to James K. Polk and George Mason Elementary Schools in recognition of their high-levels of participation in last year’s Kid’s Run.
Celebrating Black History Month in Our Schools
See how schools throughout ACPS are celebrating Black History Month through art, music and writing and with special guests.
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.