News and Announcements

Learn how salary increases will be handled in 2018-19, pending School Board approval of the budget, and how and when contracts and notifications will be delivered.

Former instructional coach at George Washington Middle School and current resident principal in D.C. Public Schools, MScott Berkowitz, has been appointed principal of Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School.

Just two days left to enroll in or make changes to your benefits as part of open enrollment. Elections must be made by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 31. Elections go into effect July 1.

Ever find yourself short of cash when buying a meal in a school cafeteria? Now you can enjoy the convenience of the online payment system that our families use to manage their child’s school meal account.

Now is the time to consider your health insurance and related options for 2018-19. Attend an information session, enroll in a health plan, change your health insurance elections and sign up for a tax-free Flexible Spending Account through May 31.

Teachers, instructional specialists, coaches and administrators serving students in grades K-5 are invited to view new reading instructional materials under consideration for the 2018-19 school year on display May 1 – 31.

Learn what you need to know about making ACPS online content and the content we provide through third-party vendors accessible for all users, including those with disabilities.

We’re following up the Finding Fit Spring Challenge, Making the Grade on Mental Wellness, with a challenge for your body as well—the ACPS Annual Spring Kickball Tournament. Get details and learn how you can support mental health awareness this month.

If you have been thinking about becoming National Board certified, now is the time to act. Applications are being accepted for the next NBCT cohort through 5 p.m. on May 18.

Changes are being made to school walk zones to improve student safety and to accommodate needs based on redistricting. Families may have questions. Here’s what you need to know.

As election season gets underway, we want to remind you of relevant School Board policies and procedures regarding the use of school facilities, the distribution of printed materials, social media use, and staff participation in political campaigns.

We’re looking for talented teachers and instructional specialists to help write curriculum this summer. Writing will include lesson planning resources, performance assessments, formative assessments and more. Earn a $180 stipend for successfully completed writing projects.

Let us know by answering a few quick questions by May 15.

Today is the final day to let us know how you think we are doing through the ACPS 2020 survey. If you haven’t already done so, please take the survey now.

It’s time to consider health insurance options for 2018-19. Beginning May 1 and through May 31 you can attend an information session, enroll in a health plan, change your health insurance elections and sign up for a tax-free Flexible Spending Account.

Response to the survey has been good, but we’d like to hear from many more. Learn how you can help and take the survey today.

The ACPS 2020 Survey is now available and we’re aiming to expand our reach. Learn more about the survey and how you can help.

If you know an exceptionally skilled and dedicated Hispanic teacher, nominate them for the annual Victoria D. de Sánchez Hispanic Teacher of the Year Award for Northern Virginia. Recipients will receive a $2,000 award and be recognized at a ceremony on May 30.

Everyone’s story is different. Success looks different for every person. Our new audio series, “Voices,” celebrates these differences and successes and honors the stories that are the heart and soul of ACPS.

Learn about the new telework policy and regulations that detail telework options for ACPS employees in limited circumstances

ACPS offers hundreds of courses for staff. Explore the many opportunities available to help you grow professionally.

At its meeting on March 8, the Alexandria City School Board adopted a resolution against gun violence following the school shooting in Parkland, Florida. Read the resolution and view the recording of last Wednesday’s forum, “A Conversation about Gun Safety and the Safety of American Schools” at T.C. Williams High School.

Heidi Haggerty Wagner has been named principal of the new pre-K center that will open this fall at John Adams Elementary School.

Learn how you’ll be affected by the FY 2019 Combined Funds Budget that was approved by the School Board in late-February.

If you haven’t tuned in to ACPS-TV recently, it’s time to take another look. The station just relaunched with a whole new look and feel.

ACPS TELL survey for 2018 run March 5 through March 23. Let your voice be heard!

While no school district can be completely immune from acts of violence, we would like to reassure you that ACPS is actively working on a daily basis to ensure our schools are as safe as they possibly can be.

Take advantage of two free training programs offered in collaboration with the City of Alexandria on how to become a stronger advocate for our youth.