‘Barrett Gives’ Initiative Receives $5,000 NEA Grant
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Updated: APS to Offer Free Hot Evening Meals for Families Through Dec. 5
APS will launch a temporary meal program to support students and families affected by the federal government shutdown beginning on Thu, Nov. 6, 2025.
APS Musicians Earn Top Honors Across Virginia
Congratulations to all the APS students selected for the Northeast Virginia Senior Regional Orchestra, the All-Virginia Jazz Ensemble, the VMEA Senior Honor Choir, and the selective VMEA Conference performance.
Long Branch’s “Moon Tree” Gets Its Name
On October 28, Long Branch hosted NASA representatives who gave a short presentation and helped to introduce the tree's official name, "Artie."
Meet Our November 2025 APS All Stars
Our November APS All Stars go above and beyond to support students, families and colleagues through creativity, compassion and a deep commitment to helping every student thrive.
Winter Illness Information
Winter illness season is here. Learn more about common winter illnesses and how to prevent getting sick.
Partner of the Month: AKA Sorority
Our November 2025 Partner of the Month is Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. They are a dedicated group of women who continuously make a positive impact on the Gunston Middle School community.
Upcoming Events
November 24 @ 7:00 pm
Arlington Climate Change, Energy and Environment Commission (C2E2)
November 26
Thanksgiving Break
December 10
Early Release for All Students
December 10 @ 7:00 pm
Arlington C2E2 Energy Committee
December 13 @ 9:30 am
Grandma’s Creek Invasive Plant Removal
December 15 @ 7:00 pm
Arlington Climate Change, Energy and Environment Commission (C2E2)
1,991
Graduates in the Class of 202597.8%
Graduation Rate for Students in 3 Comprehensive High Schools - up 8% since 200989%
of Graduates Plan to Continue into Higher Education95%
On-Time Graduation Rate69%
of Graduates Earn an Advanced Diploma$97.9 Million
Awarded in Scholarships to APS Graduates84%
of Students Complete College-Level Courses (AP/IB/Dual Enrollment)80%
of APS Teachers have Master's Degrees