Category: News
Superintendent Provides First Day of School Report for 2018-19 School Year
September 7, 2018
Superintendent Dr. Pat Murphy provided the School Board with a First Day of School Report, including enrollment figures and other 2018-19 back-to-school updates, during last night’s meeting.
September Calendar for School Board Meetings and Work Sessions
September 7, 2018
The Arlington School Board’s September schedule of Board Meetings, Work Sessions, and Advisory Council and Committee Meetings is now available.
Tim Cotman Named Region 4 Teacher of the Year
September 5, 2018
Jefferson Middle School Minority Achievement Coordinator Tim Cotman has been named the Region 4 Teacher of the Year by the Virginia Department of Education.
School Board Discusses Accreditation and Academic Performance
August 31, 2018
The School Board discussed academic performance, including accreditation and federal accountability, as well as data trends related to the Standards of Learning (SOLs) pass rates at last night’s meeting.
APS Labor Day and 2018-19 School Year Schedule and Information
August 31, 2018
As the summer break comes to an end, APS wants to remind families of some important dates.
Free/Reduced Meal Application Now Open
August 31, 2018
APS provides free or reduced-price meals for children from households whose income is at or below designated financial levels. Parents must re-apply each new school year. Online applications are now open!
School Board Approves New Appointments
August 29, 2018
The Arlington School Board made several appointments at the start of last night’s work session.
Police Participate in 2018 Back-to-School Safety Campaign
August 28, 2018
As we prepare for another safe and successful school year, the Arlington County Police Department is reminding motorists to slow down, avoid distractions and watch for students walking and biking to school.
Updated: Tdap Immunization Reminder and Clinic Dates
August 27, 2018
As the new school year approaches, APS reminds parents and guardians that all incoming sixth grade students must provide documentation that they have received a Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) booster immunization before the first day of school.
EpiPen (epinephrine auto-injector) Update from APS
August 23, 2018
As you may have heard on the news recently or experienced as a family, there is currently a supply shortage of EpiPen and EpiPen Jr. (epinephrine auto-injectors) due to manufacturing delays.