Category: News
Over Here in Arlington Being Excellent
January 31, 2017
"Over Here in Arlington Being Excellent" celebrates the contributions of African American students and parents. Wed, Feb. 8 from 6-8 p.m. in the Black Box Theater at Kenmore Middle School
APS Summer Activities Fair Scheduled for Feb. 10
January 27, 2017
APS Summer Activities Fair is scheduled for Fri, Feb. 10 from 6-8 p.m. at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 2nd Street, South.
Arlington County Council of PTAs Announced 2016-17 Reflections Winners
January 27, 2017
Earlier this week, the Arlington County Council of PTAs announced the winners of the 2016-17 Reflections contest. This year’s theme was “What’s your story?”
Wakefield High School Named 2016-17 RAMP School
January 27, 2017
The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) has recognized Wakefield High School as a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) school.
#digitalAPS Highlights Hour of Code
January 27, 2017
In this episode, #digitalAPS: Exploring Instructional Frontiers takes a look at student participation in the global Hour of Code event that took place in December.
School Board Updated on Class Size Reports and Enrollment Projections
January 20, 2017
Staff provided the School Board with an update on the recently released class size reports and enrollment projections.
Wakefield to Participate in the College Board’s AP Capstone Program
January 19, 2017
Wakefield High School has been selected as one of approximately 1,000 schools worldwide to implement the new AP Capstone, an innovative diploma program that allows students to develop the skills that matter most for college success: research, collaboration, and communication.
APS to be Closed on MLK and Inauguration Day
January 11, 2017
Arlington Public Schools will be closed on Mon, Jan. 16 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. and on Fri, Jan. 20 for the Inauguration.
School Board Reviews Program Evaluation on Early Childhood Education
January 6, 2017
At last night’s meeting, staff presented information about the key findings and recommendations from the Early Childhood Education Program Evaluation.