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Brown v. Board: 60 Years On – The Action that Took 14 Years to Complete

On a damp grey morning at 8:15 a.m. on February 10, 1959 — exactly 60 years ago this week — two African-American school children walked across a line of 58 police officers to become the first black students at an all-white elementary school in Alexandria. On the other side of town, three other African-American children walked into the all-white William Ramsay School. Their actions were the start of a long, slow process to desegregate Alexandria City Public Schools — a process that took another 14 years to complete.

Secondary Students Choose from More than 400 Different Course Offerings

The course selection process for rising middle and high school students starts this week. ACPS offerings span the spectrum — from strong academic programming, college-level and credit-bearing courses, Career and Technical Education to college-readiness programs so that students have access to the courses, resources and supports they need to reach their goals for college, career and life. Learn more.

Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School Wins Award for Creative Design

Ferdinand T. Day and children playing outside of school

When Alexandria’s newest elementary school opened last September, it was named after one of Alexandria’s Civil Rights icons. Now, six decades after Ferdinand T. Day was one of the trailblazers in Alexandria’s fight for desegregation, the school that bears his name has been awarded a design innovation award for using creativity to solve one of Alexandria’s other problems: space.

Sign Up for Summer School and Summer Enrichment Programs

Get an overview of all the ACPS summer school and enrichment programs that will be offered for students from kindergarten through high school on campuses throughout ACPS.

Teaching’s Highest Accomplishment — What it Means for the Classroom

Seventeen ACPS Educators earned teaching’s highest accomplishment, representing the largest group to complete the certification and recertification process in a single school year. ACPS now boasts 83 National Board Certified teachers and counselors. Find out what that means for students.

WEATHER REMINDER: How to Stay Informed During Winter Weather Emergencies

With the upcoming cold weather, we would like to remind you how to stay informed about school closings or delayed openings.

The Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education – What Does it Mean for Alexandria?

This is the first in a series of articles that explores the impact of Brown v. Board of Education, highlighting important milestones and key figures who played a role in the desegregation of Alexandria’s schools.

Celebrate the Top ACPS Moments of 2018 With Us

Graduating our largest class yet, welcoming (back) a new superintendent, opening two new schools … these are just a few of the things that ACPS is celebrating as we close out 2018 and ring in the new year!

Happy New Year from the Superintendent

Celebrate the New Year with a message from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr.

We Asked You to Give Generously and You Did — Thank you!

This holiday season, ACPS asked our community to come together and give generously to support our families who are struggling. Because of your generosity, we were able to brighten the holidays of 165 students and families. Please take a moment to enjoy our thank you.

ACPS Launches Award for Staff Who Help Our Division Run Smoothly

A brand new support staff recognition program honors exemplary support staff alongside exceptional teachers and principals. Learn how to nominate staff members who exemplify excellence in their work.

Fun Ways to Spend Your Winter Break

Toy-making, Waterskiing Santa, a fantastical holiday and train display made of plant materials — these are just a few of the must-see items to add to your winter break punch list.

Give Generously This Holiday Season — Sponsor an ACPS Student or Family

Each year this program ensures that students who would otherwise not receive gifts have a wonderful holiday season. Sign up to sponsor a student and help spread holiday cheer.

Will You Be the One to Change a Life?

As we prepare to break for the Thanksgiving holiday, here are words of thanks and gratitude from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. to each and every one of you — our families, our community members, our partners in the City of Alexandria and our community organizations. In order for our students to succeed, it takes each and every one of us. Thank you!

Large Community Turnout for Ferdinand T. Day Dedication Ceremony

Ferdinand T. Day’s family and members of the community joined students and parents from the new Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School on the West End on Thursday to officially dedicate the building in a moving ceremony.