More than half of the 2018 scholarship recipients at the 32nd Annual Spring Benefit Gala are the first in their family to go to college. Watch video and view pictures from the community event.
Scholarship Fund Gala Helps College Dreams Come True
Monthly Archives: April 2018
Titan Overcomes Childhood Challenges and Becomes Top Scholarship Recipient
T.C. Williams senior Anya Faruki shares the story of how a difficult and painful childhood set her on a course to success.
Many Thanks to the Outstanding Volunteers Who Support Our Schools
Last Thursday, the School Board celebrated the outstanding individual, group, organization and business volunteers for the important roles they play in supporting our students and schools.
How Can We Improve the Student Code of Conduct?
Let us know by answering a few quick questions before May 15.
Last Chance to Take the ACPS 2020 Survey!
You are almost out of time to let us know how we are doing through the ACPS 2020 survey before it closes tonight!
VOICES: “It Was My First Day of School in the U.S. and I Spoke No English”
Kathy remembers her first day in a U.S. school, she was just eight years old, had just arrived from Honduras, and spoke no English. Two years later, Kathy is now working on the same level as her English speaking peers, is a model student, and excels in math. In this episode of VOICES, English learning teacher Katie Knowles talks with Kathy about that scary first day of school, missing tamales and her dreams for the future.
Support Our Schools Through Spring2ACTion on April 25
Set a reminder to participate in Spring2ACTion this Wednesday and support our students, our schools and the organizations that support them. View the list and donate online today.
Find Out About Summer Camps, Summer School and Enrichment Programs
Learn about kindergarten and middle school prep, free drama and music camps, online learning opportunities for high schoolers, and more.
Time is Running Out. Make Your Voice Count Today.
There is just one week left to take the survey before it closes on Monday, April 30. The survey gives ACPS an idea about what we are doing right and what we can do better. Don’t miss out on the chance to let your voice be heard and encourage others to do the same.
T.C. Williams Physics Teacher Named ACPS Teacher of the Year
Nominated by her students, National Board Certified Teacher Laura Simons was also our nominee for The Washington Post Outstanding Teacher of the Year.
George Washington Middle School’s Jesse Mazur Named Principal of the Year
Jesse Mazur has been named ACPS Principal of the Year and a finalist for The Washington Post’s 2018 Principal of the Year. Learn why and see highlights from the surprise announcement.
Why We Teach: Share the Passion of Our Teacher of the Year Nominees
Hear from each of the teachers nominated for the ACPS Teacher of the Year Award why they teach, in their own words.
T.C. Williams Track Coach is 2018 Winter All-Met Coach of the Year
Homegrown Titan and 1974 T.C. graduate Michael Hughes returned to his alma mater 25 years ago as the head track coach. He has just been named 2018 Winter All-Met Coach of the Year for Boys Indoor Track and Field by The Washington Post.
We Want to Hear From You: Take the ACPS 2020 Survey
Here is your chance to let your voice be heard. ACPS is seeking community feedback on our division as a whole and on the implementation of the ACPS 2020 strategic plan.
Winter’s Chill Didn’t Keep the Eggs from Rolling at the White House
A cold, damp morning didn’t keep our students away from a chance to roll eggs on the White House lawn last Monday.