Category: News

Virtual High School Information Sessions

November 30, 2021

As a follow-up to the Virtual High School Information Night this past November, all APS high schools and programs would like to invite students and families to their virtual school-based information nights.

APS Update on Addressing Bus Driver Concerns

November 30, 2021

Our drivers and attendants are valued members of the APS team. We have taken many steps to address the concerns of some of our drivers regarding compensation, culture and climate, and we continue working with our transportation team to ensure we retain excellent school bus drivers in Arlington.

Superintendent’s Nov. 17 Update: Snow Days + New Weather Codes

November 17, 2021

Today, I have updates to share on APS inclement weather procedures. I am also pleased to announce the nomination process for APS Teacher and Principal of the Year, as well as updates on instruction and vaccination rates for children aged 5+.

School Board Public Hearing on the Proposed Adjustments to Boundaries and Elementary Immersion Feeder Schools for the 2022-23 School Year

November 17, 2021

The School Board will hold a Public Hearing on the Proposed Adjustments to Boundaries and Elementary Immersion Feeder Schools for the 2022-23 School Year on Tue, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m.

December Schedule of Board Meetings, Work Sessions, and Advisory Council and Committee Meetings

November 17, 2021

The Arlington School Board’s December schedule of Board Meetings, Work Sessions, and Advisory Council and Committee Meetings is now available.

Approved “School Slow Zones” Protects Students and Other Travelers

November 15, 2021

On Sat, Nov. 13, the Arlington County Board voted 5 to 0 to approve the creation of “School Slow Zones,” which aims to reduce traffic speeds around 13 schools across the County.

School Board Chair Barbara Kanninen to Host Virtual Open Office Hours on Tue, Nov. 16

November 12, 2021

School Board Chair Barbara Kanninen will host virtual Open Office Hours on Tue, Nov. 16, from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.   

Superintendent’s Nov. 10 Update: Vaccinations for 5-11-Year-Old Students Available

November 10, 2021

There are so many great things happening in APS as we begin our second quarter. I continue visiting schools to observe lessons, intervention planning and other important work teachers and staff are doing to support students. I look forward to sharing more videos to highlight that work in the coming weeks.

Parade at Drew Highlights Character Traits

November 10, 2021

Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary students and staff held their Quarter 1 Project-Based Learning (PBL) Showcase on November 3. A parade through the Green Valley community highlighted student work that had been completed throughout the first quarter.

APS Students Named to State-Wide Music Groups

November 10, 2021

A number of students were recently selected to state-wide honors music groups.