ACPS is in the midst of selecting new secondary mathematics textbooks and materials that can be adopted once the final budget is passed and funds are available in July. We would like your input.
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T.C. Seniors Take First and Third in the State on National German Exam
T.C. Williams seniors Paul Scheland and Paula Filios have come first and third in Virginia on the highest level of the National German Exam.
Take the Family Engagement Evaluation Survey
ACPS is conducting a division-wide evaluation of family engagement and we would like your input. Share your feedback by completing a survey now through Friday, March 29.
Celebrating Our Support Staff of the Year Nominees
This year, for the first time, ACPS is recognizing an Outstanding Support Staff Member of the Year. This week we’re celebrating all of our nominees. Read what makes them outstanding. The winner will be announced in April.
T.C. Students Collect More Than $150,000 in Scholarships in a Day
T.C. Williams High School students walked out of the Alfred Street Baptist Church Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) College Festival with more than $150,000 in scholarships. Ja’Nae Corbin was one of them.
Board Matters: Recognizing Our Awesome Teachers, Partnerships and Roadmap for the Future
Thursday night’s School Board meeting included recognition of our 18 National Board Certified Teachers, an update on community partnerships and an overview of the planning process leading to a new strategic plan for 2025.
Congratulations to Our Secondary Teacher of the Year Nominees
This week, meet the outstanding ACPS secondary teachers nominated for the ACPS Teacher of the Year award and The Washington Post Teacher of the Year Award, and read why their students, families and colleagues believe they deserve recognition.
Titan Scholastic Bowl State Win is No Trivial Matter
T.C. Williams High School claimed a commanding victory in the Scholastic Bowl state championship for the first time in T.C. history.
ACPS Awarded State Funding to Grow Diversity in its Teacher Workforce
ACPS has been awarded state funding to help increase diversity among its teachers, covering tutoring costs and fees for the assessments required by the state Board of Education for full licensure.
ASO Sympatico Musicians Turn Composers
Students who are part of the Sympatico music program at John Adams Elementary School performed their own original music at a public concert to celebrate Black History Month last week. Watch video of the performance by The Percussion Experience.
School Board Approves Superintendent’s Budget Based on the Equitable Delivery of Resources and Services
On Thursday evening the School Board voted to approve the Superintendent’s proposed budget, focused on ensuring the delivery of a new “ACPS Standard of Excellence,” ensuring timely school maintenance and repairs, and an equitable distribution of resources across the city.
What Impact Does Money Have on a Child’s Education?
When we think of the things that have the biggest impact on the success of a child, we think about the teacher. So, following the School Board’s approval of the Superintendent’s proposed budget last week, we are asking, “Does money really make a difference?”
Celebrating Our Elementary Teacher of the Year Nominees
Meet the exceptional ACPS elementary teachers nominated for the ACPS Teacher of the Year award and The Washington Post Teacher of the Year Award, and read why their students, families and colleagues believe they deserve recognition.
ACPS Announces Formal Exploration of Partnership with NOVA to Launch Early College Program
ACPS announced formal plans to take steps to partner with Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) on an Early College High School program as part of the new Connected High School Network to be set up through The High School Project. Early College will allow students the opportunity to graduate with an associate degree from NOVA at the same time as they graduate from T.C. Williams.
Schools Hold Open Houses and Tours for Kindergarten Registration Season
Kindergarten registration for the 2019-20 school year kicks off on April 3. Find out when your school is holding an open house or tour.