ACPS receives two distinguished awards for the 2015-16 budget reflecting the dedication of our Financial Services staff on behalf of our school system and their exceptional commitment to outstanding financial management.
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School Board Adjusts Redistricting Process but Holds Firm on Implementation Date
On Thursday, the Alexandria City School Board voted to extend the redistricting process into the fall of 2016. While the adjusted timeline alters the schedule for decision points in the process, it does not change the final implementation date for new boundaries. Read a full outline of the adjusted timeline.
School Board Approves Architect for Patrick Henry Project
Alexandria City School Board has approved the selection of Moseley Architects to design the new Patrick Henry school and recreation center.
School Counselor Spotlight in Honor of National Counseling Week: Bernadette Brown
In celebration of National Counseling Week, ACPS is shining the spotlight on Bernadette Brown, a seventh-grade counselor at George Washington Middle School.
Hammond Students’ Powerful Lessons from Holocaust Survivor
Francis C. Hammond Middle School students meet Holocaust survivor Irene Weiss to learn about her family’s experiences first hand – a truly powerful history lesson.
Alexandria City Public Schools Named as Seventh Best School Division in Virginia
Alexandria City Public Schools has been named as the seventh best school division in Virginia, according to a rankings website that rates school systems based on teaching statistics and feedback from students and parents.
Watch the Social Media Presentation for Parents
The parent and student presentation of last weekend’s social media event with West Coast expert Josh Ochs is now available to be viewed online.
Update on Schedule Changes Due to Snow Storm
Read Superintendent Alvin L. Crawley’s message to ACPS families about changes to the ACPS schedule as a result of the snow storm.
Missed Last Week’s Social Media Presentation?
The student presentation of this weekend’s social media event with West Coast expert Josh Ochs is now available to be viewed online.
Watch the ‘Titans’ Movie With Star Coaches Who Made It Possible
Mark your calendars for the Hall of Fame Induction event on Friday, February 12 with a FREE showing of the movie that catapulted T.C. Williams into the national limelight, alongside ‘Remember the Titans’ coaches Herman Boone and Bill Yoast who made it all possible.
T.C. Rowers Trade Oars for Shovels to Dig Out Neighbors and Raise Funds for Team
T.C. Williams Girls Crew Team traded their oars for shovels in the aftermath of winter storm to support their community. They raised $5,000 for their team during a two-day shoveling marathon.
There’s ‘Snow’ Fun Like a #Snowzilla Roundup
See ACPS pictures and video from the weekend snow storm.
How the Decision is Made to Close Schools or Delay Start Times
Most ACPS parents and students are aware that schools close when there is a heavy snowstorm, but there are other reasons why ACPS may have to close schools or delay the start time.
George Washington Middle School Receives Recognition for Counseling
George Washington Middle School has become one of only 600 schools in the United States to be designated a ‘Model Program’ by the American School Counselor Association.
Free Social Media Seminar for Parents this Friday
ACPS is hosting a free social media presentation for parents of ACPS middle and high school students this Friday.