Month: February 2017
School Board Accepting Nominations for the 2017 APS Honored Citizens
February 17, 2017
Each year the School Board recognizes volunteers who have made outstanding contributions to Arlington Public Schools.
H-B Woodlawn Student Completes Seminar at the National Gallery of Art
February 17, 2017
H-B Woodlawn Secondary Program junior Nicole Dobbins has completed the 2016–17 National Gallery of Art High School Seminar.
Superintendent Updates School Board on 3-5 Year Plan Progress
February 17, 2017
At last night’s School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Pat Murphy provided a monitoring report for the three community processes that are underway for decisions related to the APS 3-5 Year Action Plan
Feedback on High School Boundary Refinements Process (Fall 2016)
February 15, 2017
Do you have feedback on the boundary process that occurred this past fall? We want to improve how we...
APS Seeks Feedback on Enrollment and Transfers Policy Draft Revisions
February 15, 2017
APS is proposing revisions to the School Board Policy 25-2.2 Enrollment and Transfers for Schools and Programs to make it easier for families to understand the school options available and the admissions processes.
Yorktown Bands Present: Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Festival
February 10, 2017
Yorktown High School bands present Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Festival beginning at 2:15 p.m. on Sat, Feb. 11.
Update from Literacy Work Session
February 10, 2017
On Feb. 9, the School Board held a work session on literacy to build a shared understanding of the key elements of reading; provide updates on the current status of literacy, specifically reading; and share the framework for the system to ensure success for all students.
Living Legends Video Series
February 10, 2017
This month, APS debut a video series on the website, social media, and AETV highlighting Living Legends of Arlington.
Ashlawn Crossing Guard Named One of Virginia’s Most Outstanding
February 7, 2017
Ashlawn Elementary School crossing guard Ana Hernandez was recognized by the Virginia Department of Transportation’s Safe Routes to School program as Virginia’s Most Outstanding Crossing Guards this week.