Arlington Youth Survey - Arlington Public Schools

Arlington Public Schools will administer the 2024 Arlington Youth Survey (AYS) this fall. Also known as the Youth Risk Behavior Survey, the AYS is a comprehensive, confidential, and voluntary survey developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is conducted annually for students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12. The survey aims to examine various behaviors, experiences, and factors that influence the health and well-being of youth in Arlington County.

AYS will be administered between November 12 and November 26. The survey is voluntary and anonymous; however, APS would like all selected students to participate. It has been designed to protect student privacy; therefore, students will not enter any identifiable information. Students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer and may stop participating in the survey at any point without penalty.

The data is used to monitor trends in health risk and health promoting behaviors. This data allows community organizations, local health districts, and school divisions to provide youth the support and services that target the most prevalent health risk behaviors. Additionally, this data is used to secure funding for statewide programs that promote healthy youth behaviors.

Virginia Youth Survey – Middle School

Virginia Youth Survey – High School

If families would like to opt-out your student from participating in AYS, please complete the opt-out form. For additional information or questions, please contact Student Services at [email protected] or call 703-228-6061.