There were cheers in City Council chambers on Saturday evening when the design for the Patrick Henry new school and recreation center was finally approved. In a moving moment, when Mayor Silberberg asked for the vote, a group of Patrick Henry students at the back of the room all said “aye” together.
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ACPS Begins T.C. Williams Principal Search
ACPS has begun the search for the new principal of T.C. Williams High School. The position was posted with multiple agencies and newspapers across the United States this week.
Academic Calendars for 2017-18 Approved by School Board
As 2016 draws to a close and you plan for 2017, we have news you can use: the School Board has approved the academic calendars for the 2017-18 school year. Take a look!
Do You Know How to Stay Informed During Winter Weather Emergencies?
Are you set up to receive email and text messages from ACPS in case of winter weather schedule changes? Learn the best ways to stay informed and get connected.
T.C. Williams Impresses Former, Present and Future Leaders From Across the U.S.
T.C. Williams High School welcomed an impressive group of past and future governors, and state leaders as part of an part of a fellowship program aimed at teaching them about public education.
Planning Commission Unanimously Approves Patrick Henry Project Design
The Planning Commission unanimously approved the design of Patrick Henry Project on Tuesday saying that they believed the design of the new school and the new recreation center was a good use of the land.
Two Options Currently Under Review in Redistricting Process
Two options are still under discussion for redistricting after the Redistricting Review Committee eliminated one more option at their meeting on Wednesday.
Superintendent Joins ACPS Families in Scottish Walk
If you missed the Alexandria’s 46th Scottish Walk on Saturday, don’t worry. You can recap all the fun and celebration in one minute with this video.
ACPS 2020 Health and Wellness Goals on Target in First Year
ACPS released data on the Health and Wellness goal of the ACPS 2020 Strategic Plan this week. See how we did in the first year of the plan.
AreUWithUs? Spread a Little Holiday Cheer by Spreading Our Holiday Messages
Help ACPS raise awareness of the role schools play in supporting a strong community by joining our Instagram campaign #AreUWithUs
View an Animated Aerial Video of the Patrick Henry Project
Get a bird’s eye view of the new Patrick Henry School and Recreation Center with an animated preview video.
School Board Votes Funds to Buy New West End School
The School Board voted on Thursday to move funds initially allocated for the lease of a new school for the purchase of a new building in the West End at 1701 and 1705 North Beauregard Street.
A Thanksgiving Message from the Superintendent
Read a message from the Superintendent as we are power into the second year of the ACPS 2020 Strategic Plan and push full steam ahead with plans to modernize our schools.
Nominate a Teacher for the 2017 Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2017 Teacher of the Year Award. Details of the nomination process, instructions and required materials are listed here to help you with making your nominations. Nominate a teacher today!
See What ACPS Staff and Families Were Grateful For This Thanksgiving
We hope you had a good Thanksgiving break!