Author: frank.bellavia@apsva.us

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.

Arlington – An Inclusive and Welcoming Community – A Message from the Arlington County Board

January 24, 2017

On behalf of the Board, and in response to questions and concerns that we have heard from the community, we want to reaffirm our commitment that Arlington County will remain inclusive and welcoming.

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.

Noche de Información de Kindergarten se celebrará el 23 de enero

January 6, 2017

Las familias de las Escuelas Públicas de Arlington están invitadas a la Noche de Información anual sobre Kindergarten, prevista...

APS Releases Demographic Data Analysis for the Recent High School Boundary Change

January 5, 2017

After the School Board approved changes for the high school boundaries in December 2016, a number of questions were received from members of the community who asked for more details on the impact that the changes will have on future demographics at the three comprehensive high schools.

Twelve APS Teachers Earn National Board Certification Renewal

January 5, 2017

The National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) announced that 12 Arlington Public Schools teachers successfully renewed their National Board Certification.