Community Engagement Opportunities

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

APS will celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November. We ask the APS community to share a short video highlighting Native American heritage by answering one of these prompts: 1) What culture(s) and/or tribe(s) do you identify with? 2) What does being Native mean to you? 3) How do you celebrate Native American Heritage Month? The deadline to submit a video is Oct. 24. Upload videos

Thu, Nov. 13   School Board Meeting: Native American Heritage Month recognition; Strategic Plan Priority – Student Academic Growth and Success (Focus on Chronic Absenteeism); Action on the Proposed Revisions to the 2025-26 School Year Calendar and School Board Direction on the Superintendent’s Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP); Information on the Revisions to School Policy E-5.1.2 School Start Times, J-5.3.32 Administrative Placements, and J-13 Physical Interventions; Middle and High School Programs of Studies; and Final Fiscal Close-Out Status Report and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Quarterly Report
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2nd FL, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Tue, Nov. 18       School Board Work Sessions on the Advisory Committee Working Group; Non-Traditional Secondary Program; Grace Hopper center Programming; and High School Schedules. Agendas, background information, and minutes are posted, when available, on BoardDocs.
9 am-2:45 pm    Watch Work Sessions Live or at Syphax Education Center, School Board Room, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Share Your Comments on Draft School Board Policies
Review and comment on draft APS policies that are available for public comment on the APS Engage website. Comments can be provided by November 9 on the following draft policies:

• I-11.6.1 Locally Awarded Verified Credits
• J-5.3.31 Options and Transfers
• J-8.7 Safety of Students and Child Abuse and Neglect-Child Protective Services
• K-2.3.30 Media Relations

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

Sat. Nov. 1    Resource and Legal Fair hosted by the Arlington Sister City Association San Miguel Committee.
10 am – 2 pm   Kenmore Middle School, 200 S Carlin Springs Rd. 22204

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

APS will celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November. We ask the APS community to share a short video highlighting Native American heritage by answering one of these prompts: 1) What culture(s) and/or tribe(s) do you identify with? 2) What does being Native mean to you? 3) How do you celebrate Native American Heritage Month? The deadline to submit a video is Oct. 24. Upload videos

Share Your Comments on Draft School Board Policies
Review draft APS policies available for public comment on the APS Engage website. Provide comments by Oct. 15 on the following:

• I-7.2.3.30 Communication
• I-11.1 Family and Community Engagement
• J-15.31 Reporting Students Enrolled in Programs

Wed, Oct. 8       Virtual Parent Town Hall: Empowered AI (Artificial Intelligence) Learning
7 – 8:00 pm        Zoom link for attendees

Thu, Oct. 9        School Board Meeting: Strategic Plan Priority – Student, Family and Community Partnerships (Volunteers and Community Partnerships); Action on Dominion Energy’s Right of Way Agreement Request at the Grace Hopper Center and School Board FY 2027 Budget Direction; Information on School Board Legislative Package; Revisions to School Board Policy J-8.3.8.30 Food and Nutrition Services-Unpaid Meal Charges and new School Board Policy D-2.37 Financial Management-Other Post-Employment Benefits Fund; and School Board Direction on the Superintendent’s Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, Oct. 23      School Board Meeting: Strategic Plan Priority – Student Academic Growth and Success (Focus on Science and Math); Action on Legislative Package; Information on School Board Direction on the Superintendent’s Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Oct. 24          Youth Mental Health First Aid, designed for adults who regularly interact with adolescents (age 12-18), hosted by the APS Office of Student Services for staff, families and community members.
9 am – 3 pm       Register prior. Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Arlington County  seeks input on Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
Arlington County is considering prohibiting gas-powered leaf blowers and is asking for community feedback. Share your thoughts online, now through Oct. 29.

Patriot’s Pen Youth Essay Contest Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) invites students in 6-8th grades to draft a 300- to 400-word essay on “How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?” Details here. Applications due Oct 31.

Nominate a Teacher of the Year
Each year, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) selects elementary, middle, and high school teachers to participate in the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher program. Complete the 2025-2026 entry form and brochure to nominate a teacher and send to VFW Post 3150 by Oct. 31.

VFW Voice of Democracy audio-essay contest for 9-12th grade students
Submit an audio essay regarding “How Are Your Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?” by Oct. 31.  Download the 2025-2026 Voice of Democracy entry form here and email it directly to the Post Adjutant.

Fri, Oct. 3       Festival Latinoamericano. Enjoy artisans vendors, food, and dance to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, hosted by Arlington County
5 – 9:00 pm      Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S. Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat, Oct. 4     78th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet – Glow Unapologetically: Embracing Black Brilliance, hosted by the NAACP Arlington Branch
7:00 pm      Purchase tickets here. George Mason University – MasonSquare, 3351 Fairfax Dr. 22201

Tue, Oct. 7     Cocktails and Causes: Education focus, hosted by Volunteer Arlington
5:30 – 7 pm    Register here. Westin Crystal City at Reagan National Airport, 1800 Richmond Hwy, 22202

Oct 16-17           Strengthening Justice Summit on Virginia’s legal system through data-driven solutions, collaborative policy reform, and community-centered practices in the Commonwealth
8:30am-4:30pm Register here. Library of Virginia, 800 E Broad St, Richmond, 23219

Sat, Oct. 18       Home Maintenance Workshop designed to provide Arlington residents with valuable knowledge about basic home repairs
10 am – 1 pm    Arlington Career Center, 816 S Walter Reed Drive, 22204

Sat, Oct. 18    2nd Annual Arlington Community Health Fair, providing preventative healthcare screenings to the low income/uninsured population of Arlington, both children and adults, hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Arlington & the VHC Health Professional Development Council
11 am – 3 pm    Carlin Springs Elementary, 5995 5th Rd. S. 22204

Sat, Oct 18    Pike Fest 2025! Enjoy local food & drink, music, family‑friendly fun, and more
12 – 5 pm     Penrose Square, 2597 Columbia Pike, 22204

Tue, Oct. 21      Trivia Night with CYFA. Join the Center for Youth and Family Advocacy Youth Advisory Board for a Teen Trivia Challenge.
5:30 – 7 pm       Register here. 2111 Wilson Blvd.

Sat, Oct. 25      Cultural Festival of the Americas: Food music, entertainment and kids activities, hosted by the Organization of American States
12 – 4:00 pm      Buy tickets here. OAS Historic Gardens, 17th St. & Constitution Ave. NEW 20006

Sun, Oct. 26      Sun, Oct. 26      Souls to the Polls, a nonpartisan voter mobilization event hosted by the NAACP Arlington Branch and the Virginia NAACP
11am – 3 pm      3 locations: Courthouse Plaza, 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Ste 320 / Madison Community Center, 3829 N Stafford St. / Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 16th St S.

Mon, Oct. 27     Make the Most of Medicare Open Enrollment, an information session hosted by Arlington VICAP
10 – 11:30 am     Walter Reed and Virtual; Registration required. Email [email protected]/ call 703-228-1725

Tue, Oct. 28     Interview Basics: Behavioral Interview Questions, hosted by the Arlington Employment Center
3 – 4:00 pm      Register in advance here.

Oct. 28-30         Digital Skills Training, FREE classes hosted by Arlington County
See schedule    Register here. Arlington Mill Community Center-Room 503, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

Engage with APS – Device Working Group
APS is launching a Device Working Group to review and provide feedback on the technology tools and devices that support student learning. To learn more and share your input, visit Engage with APS

Thu, Sep. 4        School Board Meeting: Membership Appointments and Changes to School Board Advisory Committees; Beginning of School Update; Action on ERP Update and Funding Needs; Information on the FY 2025-26 Internal Audit Work Plan
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Sep 12          Youth Mental Health First Aid, designed for adults who regularly interact with adolescents (age 12-18), hosted by the APS Office of Student Services for staff, families and community members.
9 am – 3 pm       Register prior. Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, Sep 18    School Board Meeting: Hispanic Heritage Month Recognition; Membership Appointments and Changes to School Board Advisory Committees; Academic Data Update; Action on the FY 2025-26 Internal Audit Work Plan; Information on Dominion Energy’s Right of Way Agreement Request at the Grace Hopper Center; School Board FY 2027 Budget Direction
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Sat, Sep. 27     Centennial Open House to help celebrate the 100th anniversary of W-L High School
10 am-1 pm    Washington-Liberty High School, 1301 N Stafford, 22201

Sat, Sep. 27     Centennial celebration honoring the 100th anniversary of the John M. Langston School, which opened its doors in 1925.
3-6:00 pm      Registration FULL, Email [email protected] with questions.

Tue, Sep. 30     School Board Work Sessions on Planning Factors – Planning for Phase 2 Implementation; Human Resources Audit Report – Update on Implementation; Feasibility Studies; and FY 2027-36 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Direction
9 am-2:45pm See full schedule here. 

Arlington Community Events:

Thu, Sep. 4       Guided tour: “From Barriers to Ballots” exhibition to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, hosted by Arlington Public library staff
3:30- 4 pm       Courthouse Lobby, 2100 Clarendon Blvd. 22201

Sat, Sep. 6        4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Community Festival hosted by the Arlington Schools Hispanic Parents Association, Arlington County Police Department, and Arlington County Sheriff’s Office
1-4:00 pm          Tyrol Hill Park, 5101 7th Rd S. 22204

Wed, Sep. 10    Ranked Choice Voting panel, hosted by Advance Arlington
7 – 8:00 pm      Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr. 22203

Mon, Sep 15      Navigating Crisis Together interactive panel discussion on behavioral health services, hosted by Arlington DHS’ Child and Family Services Division
6 – 8:00 pm      Register here. Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr. 22203

Wed, Sep 17     Author Talk: Dr. Emma Violand-Sánchez – “Dreams and Shadows” in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Light refreshments served.
6:30 – 8 pm       Register here. Central Library Auditorium, 1015 N Quincy St. 22201

Thu, Sep. 18    Transforming Loneliness into a Flourishing Community, hosted by Arlington County
5 – 7:00 pm    Virginia Hospital Center, Hazel Conference Center, 1701 N George Mason Dr. 22205

Fri, Sep. 19    Protecting Intelligence from Politics: Senator Mark Warner, Vice Chair of the US Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, hosted by GMU
10:00 am      Register here. Van Metre Hall, Mason Square Campus, Live-stream: YouTube at HaydenCenter

Sat, Sept 20      Green Valley Day, hosted by the Green Valley Civic Association
12-5:00 pm   Learn more here. John Robinson Town Square, 2406 S. Shirlington Rd. & Dr. Charles R. Drew Community Center, 3500 S. 23rd St.

Mon, Sep. 22    60th Anniversary of Voting Rights Act, “From Barriers to Ballots” presentation by Arlington Public Library, hosted by the NAACP Arlington Branch
7 – 8:30 pm       Virtual on Zoom. Register here.

Thu, Sep. 25      Promoting Kinship Bond for Youth: Foster Care and beyond, hosted by Child and Family Services
9:30 am – 1:30 pm email [email protected]. Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy.

Fri, Sep 26       An Immigrant’s Journey: A memoir on the life of Dr. Emma Violand-Sánchez from her arrival in Virginia as a Bolivian high school student to her impactful work in public education and immigrant advocacy. She will explore themes of resilience and bicultural identity.
1 – 2:00 pm      Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr. 22203

Mon, Sep. 29    Unmuted Mental Health Stories, Strength, and Solutions, a powerful conversation in our BIPOC Communities
5:30 – 8:00 pm   Register here. Kenmore Middle School, 200 S Carlin Springs Rd. 22204

Tue, Sep 30       Latin Dance lessons for beginners to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
6:30-7:30 pm      Registration recommended. Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room, 735 S 18th St, 22202

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

Now – Aug. 1     Summer Meals for Students

Thu, Aug. 7        School Board Meeting; Membership Appointments and Changes to School Board Advisory Committees; Revisions to School Board Policy B.3.6.37 Electronic Participation in School Board Advisory Committee Meetings and B-4.4 Electronic Participation in Meetings by Individual Members and New School Board Policy J-10.1.7 Student-Athlete Extreme Heat Safety and Protection
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, Aug. 21        School Board Meeting; Membership Appointments and Changes to School Board Advisory Committees; Student Discipline Matter SY2025-26-1; Information Services Audit Report and the SY2024-25 Internal Audit Report; Action on ERP Update and Funding Needs; Information on Elementary and Middle School Analysis and Recommendations
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Teen Ambassadors Wanted!Are you a passionate Arlington high school student ready to make a difference? Help shape Arlington’s Child & Youth Well-Being Plan by sharing your voice and working with local leaders. We’re seeking diverse ambassadors to ensure the plan reflects our whole community. Apply by August 31. Questions? Email [email protected]

Now – Aug. 11   The YEP program (Youth Enrichment Program) provides classes including computer programming, music, art, digital design, foreign languages and culture at affordable prices; tuition should not be a barrier. Contact [email protected] for scholarship information.

Fri, Aug. 1           Columbia Pike Movie Nights FREE at Arlington Mill Community Center, every Fri thru Aug 22. Check out the full schedule and movie lineup here.
8 pm                     909 S. Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat, Aug. 2          Columbia Pike Movie Nights FREE at Penrose Square, every Sat thru Aug 2.
8 pm                     2501 9th Road South, 22204

Sat, Aug. 2          Project Family Summer Splash, enjoy arts & crafts, water games, music & dance, reading & more!
10 am – 3 pm    Register here. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S. Dinwiddie St. 22204

Wed, Aug. 6       “From Barriers to Ballots” tells the stories of activists, changemakers and everyday people in Arlington and Northern Virginia who fought for voting rights.
5:00 pm               Arlington Central Library

Thu, Aug. 14      Health Fair for elementary school age students. Free school entry physical exams and immunizations
10 am – 2 pm     Register here. Long Branch Elementary, 33 N Fillmore St. 22201

Sat, Aug. 16    Backpack and School Supply Giveaway, alongside monthly Food Drive
11:00 AM     Mount Olive Baptist Church, 1601 13th Rd. 22204

Aug. 13-17         Arlington County Fair: Endless Summer
Hours                Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S Second St. 22204

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

Apply for Teen Network Board!
The Teen Network Board (TNB) is a County & School Board-appointed teen advocacy group of students in grades 9-12, from different backgrounds, who provide community voice and service for youth. Discuss issues, make recommendations, and act to improve the lives of Arlington teens. Learn more/Apply by 7/1!

Tue, July 8          School Board Organizational Meeting: School Board Code of Conduct, Election of the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board, Appointment of the Clerk and Deputy Clerk of the Board, Adoption of Schedule of School Board Meetings, 2025-26 School Year, and more.
10:30 am            Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, July 24        School Board Meeting: Athletic Awards; Membership Appointments and Changes to School Board Advisory Committees; Revisions to the 2025-26 School Year Calendar; Information on  Revisions to School Board Policy B.3.6.37 Electronic Participation in School Board Advisory Committee Meetings and B-4.4 Electronic Participation in Meetings by Individual Members
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Summer Meals for Students July 7 – August 1

Arlington Community Events:

Now -July 11      The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is offering a unique Travel experience to Japan Nov. 1-8, 2025.           Final Deadline is July 11!

Fri in July       Columbia Pike Movie Nights FREE at Arlington Mill, every Fri thru Aug 22. Check out the full schedule and movie lineup here.
8 pm                Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S. Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat in July         Columbia Pike Movie Nights FREE at Penrose Square, every Sat thru Aug 2. Check out the full schedule and movie lineup here.
8 pm                    Penrose Square, 2501 9th Road South, 22204

Mon, July 21      Project Family Summer Splash, enjoy arts & crafts, water games, music & dance, reading & more! Daily Mon-Sat, 10-12 & 1-3 pm
10 am – 3 pm    Register here. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S. Dinwiddie St. 22204

Explore Summer Reading and/or Teen events at the Arlington Public Library

Check out the Arlington Parks & Recreation Summer Activities Webpage  for a variety of options to keep kids engaged and active.

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

Share Your Comments on Draft School Board Policies by June 14
Review and comment on the following draft policies available on the APS Engage website by June 14:

• B-3.6.37 Electronic Participation in School Board Advisory Committee Meetings
• B-4.4 Electronic Participation in Meetings by Individual Members

Apply for Teen Network Board!
The Teen Network Board (TNB) is a County & School Board-appointed teen advocacy group of students in grades 9-12, from different backgrounds, who provide community voice and service for youth. Discuss issues, make recommendations, and act to improve the lives of Arlington teens. Learn more/Apply by 7/1!

Tue, June 10      School Board Work Session on the Preparations for the 2027-36 Pre Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Agendas, background information, and minutes are posted, when available, on BoardDocs.
6:30 p.m.            Watch Work Sessions Live or at Syphax Education Center, Rooms 254-258

Thu, June 12      School Board Meeting: Student Recognitions; FY 2025 3rd Quarter Fiscal Monitoring Report; Information on Revisions to School Board Policy J-5.3.30 Admissions
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, June 27        Youth Mental Health First Aid, designed for adults who regularly interact with adolescents (age 12-18), hosted by the APS Office of Student Services for staff, families and community members.
9 am – 3 pm       Register prior. Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Tue, June 3        Arlington County OUTstanding ERG Pride Celebration
12-1:30 pm        Courthouse Plaza outside of the Bozman Government Center

Tue, June 3        Latin Dance Lessons at Columbia Pike. No prior experience required. Also June 5 & 12
6:00 pm              Register here. Columbia Pike Library, 816 S Walter Reed Dr, 22204

Thu, June 5        Capital Pride Honors, in recognition of WorldPride DC 2025
7-11:00 pm         Tickets here.

Sun, June 8        Arlington Chamber is offering a unique Travel experience to Japan – Early-Bird Deadline is June 8! The trip takes place Nov. 1-8

Tue, June 10      Volunteer Arlington’s next Causes & Cocktails
5:30-7 pm.         William Jeffrey’s Tavern, 2301 Columbia Pike, Suite 101, Arlington, VA 22204

Wed, June 11     Advance Arlington’s 2nd annual Soiree celebrating Community Conversations
6:30-8:30 pm    Buy tickets here. Museum of Contemporary Art

Fri, June 13       Movie Night: Singin’ in the Rain, hosted by GMU Arlington
6:30-9 pm           Register for Free. Fuse at Mason Square, 3401 Fairfax Dr, 22226

Thu, June 19      2025 2nd Annual Juneteenth Community Day, hosted by Challenging Racism
4 – 7:00 pm       Register for free event. Metropolitan Park, 1330 S. Fair St, 22202

Mon, June 23    Book Discussion: “Juneteenth” by Ralph Ellison, an incisive writer who described the social invisibility of African Americans. We’ll think about the meaning of the holiday together, through the lens of Ellison’s second novel, hosted by Arlington Public Library.
6:30-7:30 pm    Cherrydale Library, 2190 N Military Rd. 22207

Mon, June 23    Artificial Intelligence (AI): An Overview of key AI terms, the expected pace of technological change, the importance of staying alert to AI-powered scams and practical tips for staying informed in an AI-driven world, hosted by Arlington Public Library
6:30-7:45 pm    Register. Arlington Central Library Auditorium, 1015 N Quincy St. 22201

Sat, June 28       19th Annual Arlington Prevention Task Force Soccer Tournament for 12-17 year-old students, organized by the Arlington Gang Prevention Task Force and partners
10am – 6pm        Pre-register by 6/20 to [email protected]. Washington-Liberty High School, 1301 N Stafford St. 22201

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

Thu, May 1          School Board Meeting: JROTC Cadets and Honored Citizens Recognition; Safety and Emergency Management Update; Information on Program of Studies
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, May 15       School Board Meeting: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Recognition; Human Resources Update; ; Information/Action on Revisions to the 2024-25 School Year Calendar; Adoption of the Final FY 2026 Budget and Action on Program of Studies Update
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Wed. May 28     Celebration of Excellence in honor of APS staff: Teacher, Principal, Assistant Principal, Support Employee, and Leader of the Year.
5:30 pm               Washington-Liberty High School, 1301 N Stafford St. 22201

Thu. May 29      School Board Work Sessions on Special Education Inclusive Practices
2:45-4:15 pm     Watch Work Sessions Live or at Syphax Education Center, Rooms 254-258

Thu. May 29      Advisory Committees End-of-the-Year Reports Work Sessions – Advisory Council on Teaching & Learning (ACTL), Budget Advisory Council (BAC) and School Facilities and Capital Programs (FAC), Student Advisory Board and School Board Advisory Committee Working Group
6:30-8:30 pm    Watch Work Sessions Live or at Syphax Education Center, Rooms 254-258

Share Your Comments on Draft School Board Policies by June 14
Review and comment on draft APS policies that are available for public comment on the APS Engage website. Comments can be provided by June 14 on the following draft policies:

• B-3.6.37 Electronic Participation in School Board Advisory Committee Meetings
• B-4.4 Electronic Participation in Meetings by Individual Members

Arlington Community Events:

Scholarships for high school students
The George Washington Chapter AUSA 2025 Scholarship Committee is accepting digital scholarship applications at [email protected]. Visit https://www.apsva.us/military-families/ for more information. Apply by Fri, May 2.

Fri, May 2            Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for high school students. Bring your school ID and enjoy food, music, the game room, and drop-in basketball, every Friday night thru June 13, hosted by Arlington County.
9 pm-12 am       Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St, 22204

Sat, May 3          4th Annual Arlington Fair Housing Conference: The Buck Stops Here: the Importance of Local Enforcement, hosted by the NAACP Arlington Branch
11 am – 3 pm    Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington, 4444 Arlington Blvd. 22204

Wed, May 3        Expungement Clinic hosted by the  Arlington County Bar Association
11 am – 3 pm    Arlington Presbyterian Church, 918 S Lincoln St, 22201

Fri, May 9            Dreaming & Doing Together with the Dream Project
5:00 pm               Register Here! Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr, 22203

Sat, May 10        Festival de la Familia
11 am – 1 pm    Greenbrier Baptist Church, 5401 7th Rd. S. 22205

Mon, May 12     Community Volunteer Reading Night hosted by Aspire Afterschool Learning
5 – 6:00 pm         Registration link. 909 S Dinwiddie St, 3rd Floor, 22204

Tue, May 13       Eviction Prevention / Evitando Desalojos, hosted by the Arlington County Bar Association (County resources here)
6 – 7:30 pm        Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St., Arlington, VA 22201

Wed, May 14     Economic Issues Facing Arlington: Tariffs, Layoffs, and Workforce Stability, hosted by Advance Arlington
7:00 pm               Lubber Run Community Center, 300 North Park Drive, Arlington, VA 22203

Sat, May 17        Arlington Palooza is back! Bring picnic blankets and dancing shoes for a day of music, art, street vendors, food trucks, moon bounces, and more!
11 am-4 pm       RSVP here. Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr, Arlington, VA 22203

Wed, May 21     Community Volunteer Reading Night hosted by Aspire Afterschool Learning
5 – 6:00 pm        Registration link. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St, 3rd FL, 22204

Mon, May 26     28th Annual Memorial Day program, honoring those who died in service to the U.S. during peacetime and in war. More county resources for servicemembers and their families.
3 – 5:00 pm        Military Women’s Memorial, Arlington Cemetery

Thu, May 29       Arlington County Board Candidate Forum
5:30 – 7 pm         Register here. VHC Health, Hazel Conference Center, 1701 N George Mason Dr, 22205

Sat, May 31        2025 Dream Project Award Ceremony Luncheon
12:30 pm            RSVP by May 17. George Mason University

APS Community Engagement Opportunities

Thu, Apr. 3         School Board Work Sessions: Budget Work Session #3
3:45 – 5:15 pm School Board Room. Watch Work Sessions Live here.

Thu, Apr. 3         School Board Meeting: Public Hearing on the FY 2026 Proposed Budget
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Tue, Apr. 8          School Board Work Session with the Budget Advisory Committee
6:30 pm               Watch School Board Work Sessions Live here. Work sessions are open to the public, but no comments are accepted.

Thu, Apr. 10      School Board Meeting: Recognition of Arab American Heritage Month; English language Arts Update; Action on the Arlington Career Center/Grace Hopper Center – Change Order; Information on the Special Education Annual Plan
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Scholarships for high school students
The George Washington Chapter AUSA 2025 Scholarship Committee is accepting digital scholarship applications at [email protected]. Visit https://www.apsva.us/military-families/ for more information. Apply by Fri, May 2.

Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention MonthTake the Safe Homes, Safe Relationships Annual Survey in English or Spanish. This survey is for BOTH service providers AND community members.

Apply for a 2025 STEAM Fellowship application
APS teachers can receive a $5,000 stipend for a summer fellowship in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) from the Arlington Community Foundation. Apply here by April 15

Tax Help for Low- and Moderate-Income Households
Need help with tax preparation? Clinics are open around Arlington and neighboring communities thru April 15.

Share your thoughts on transportation safety in Arlington
Complete the Vision Zero Annual Safety Feedback Form (Year 4) now through April 30!

Fri, Apr. 4            Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for high school students. Bring your school ID and enjoy food, music, the game room, and drop-in basketball, every Friday night thru June 13, hosted by Arlington County.
9 pm to 12 am  Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat, Apr. 5          Leadership, Career, and Volunteer Expo welcomes volunteers, hosted by the Leadership Center for Excellence
1-5:00                  DoubleTree – Crystal City, 300 Army Navy Drive, 22202

Thu, Apr. 10       2025 Pike Progress Luncheon, hosted by the Columbia Pike Partnership
11:30 – 1 pm     Buy tickets here. Sheraton Pentagon City

Thu, Apr. 10      No Place Like Home, fundraiser in support of Arlingtonians experiencing homelessness, hosted by PathForward
6:30-9 pm.        Buy Tickets. Army Navy Country Club

Fri, Apr. 11     Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for high school students. Bring your school ID and enjoy food, music, the game room, and drop-in basketball, every Friday night thru 6/13, hosted by Arlington County.
9 pm to 12 am  Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat, Apr. 12       15th annual Northern Virginia Housing Expo
10 am – 3 pm.    Meridian High School, 121 Mustang Alley, Falls Church

Tue, Apr. 15       Dreams and Shadows Author Dr. Emma Violand-Sánchez discusses her new book
4:00 pm               One More Page Books, 2200 N Westmoreland St, 22213

Tue, Apr. 22       Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month professional development opportunity centered around Cultural Humility, conducted by the HIVE Community Circle
10 am-2 pm       Virtual. Email [email protected] for ZOOM link.

Tue, Apr. 22       Celebrate the release of Dr. Emma Violand-Sánchez’s inspiring Memoir Dream and Shadows: An Immigrant’s Journey
5:30-7 pm           Syphax Education Center, School Board Room, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Apr. 25          Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for high school students. Bring your school ID and enjoy food, music, the game room & drop-in basketball, every Fri night thru 6/13, hosted by Arlington County.
9 pm to 12 am     Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat, Apr. 26        Live In Arlington Information Fair, hosted by Arlington’s Housing Division
11am-4pm         Walter Reed Recreation Center, 2909 16th St. S, 22204

Mon, Apr. 28     School Board Candidate Forum hosted by the NAACP Arlington Branch7 – 9:00 pm        Virtual event

Wed, Apr. 30     Expungements in Arlington, hosted by the  Arlington County Bar Association
4-5:00 pm           Arlington County Courthouse, Jury Assembly Room, 1425 N Courthouse Rd, 22201

Thu, Mar. 13      School Board Meeting: FY 2026 Proposed Budget Presentation
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Mar. 14    County Board and School Board Joint Budget Work Session
1 –  4:30 pm      Virtual link. County Board Room, 2100 Clarendon Blvd. 22201

Tue, Mar. 25      School Board Work Sessions: Budget Work Session #1
1 – 2:30 p.m.      School Board Room. Watch Work Sessions Live here.

Tue, Mar. 25      School Board Work Sessions: Budget Work Session #2
2:45 – 4:15 pm  School Board Room. Watch Work Sessions Live here.

Thu, Mar. 27      School Board Meeting: March is Arts in the Schools Month; Audit report – Human Resources and Overtime; Information on the Arlington Career Center (Grace Hopper Center)
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Tax Help for Low- and Moderate-Income HouseholdsNeed help with tax preparation?
Clinics are open around Arlington and neighboring communities

Sat, Mar. 1         Estate Planning for All, hosted by the Arlington Community Foundation
10-11:30 am      Register here. 4601 N Fairfax Drive, 22203 – 1st Floor Conference Room

Thu, Mar. 6       Job Fair Openings. Part-time, temporary & public safety positions, hosted by Arlington County
3:30-6 pm          Lubber Run Community Center – Oak Room, 300 N Park Dr, 22203

Fri., Mar. 7         Family Night at Carver | Hosted by Arlington Parks & Rec
6-8:00 pm          Info & Registration | Carver Community Center, 1415 S Queen St., 22204

Fri, Mar. 7          Parent’s Night Out | Hosted by Arlington Parks & Rec
6-10:00 pm        Info & Registration | Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr., 22203

Fri, Mar. 7          Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for late night drop-in basketball for high school students. Enjoy food, music, and the game room!
9 pm – 12 am    Register here. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Thu, Mar. 13    Caregiver Group: Psychoeducation and support group for caregivers and families affected by youth substance, every other Thu on March 13, March 27, April 10, April 24 & May 8
5:00 PM           In person at DHS, 2100 Washington Blvd. or Virtual. Register here.

Fri, Mar. 14         Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for late night drop-in basketball for high school students. Enjoy food, music, and the game room!
9 pm – 12 am    Register here. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat, Mar. 15       Teacher Job Fair, In-Person Job Fair, where interviews will be conducted on-site! Please bring a resume & applicable documents (transcripts, licenses, hosted by Arlington Public Schools, #1 Best Place to Teach!
9 am-1 pm         Register here. Wakefield High School, 1325 S Dinwiddie St. 22206

Sat. Mar. 15      Teen Takeover: Calling all middle and high school teens!
7 – 10:oo pm     Central Library, 1015 N Quincy St, 22201

Thu, Mar. 20     Mental Health Fair and screening of the documentary “Screenagers: Under the Influence” with breakout sessions for parents on coping strategies, etc.
6-8:30 pm      Register in English / Registro en español, Dorothy Hamm Middle School, 4100 Vacation Lane, 22207

Fri., Mar. 21      Parent’s Night Out | Hosted by Arlington Parks & Rec
6-10:00 pm        Info & Registration | Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 16th St S., 22204

Fri, Mar. 21          Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for late night drop-in basketball for high school students. Enjoy food, music, and the game room!
9 pm – 12 am    Register here. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat., Mar. 22     Join Virginia Senator Tim Kaine for a deep dive into his new memoir, “Walk Ride Paddle: A Life Outside,” hosted by Virginia Humanities
1 – 2:00 pm        Omni Ballroom, more info here

Sat., Mar. 22    Art Show of renowned designer Mentwab Easwaran, 30% of proceeds benefit the Ethiopian Community Development Council, Inc.
2 – 8:00 pm        903 Highland St, 22204

Sat., Mar. 22     Kick’n It Late Night – now every other Saturday! | Hosted by Arlington Parks & Rec
9 pm-12 am       Check the dates here | Gunston Tent, 2700 S Lang St., 22206

Mon, Mar. 24     Herstory: Influential Women of Virginia: Maggie Walker, Evelyn Syphax and Dorothy Hamm, hosted by the NAACP Arlington Branch
7 – 9:00 pm        Register here for this virtual event.

Wed, Mar 26      Pathways to the Future! College, Career, and Resources Showcase for Arlington Community High School students
8:30a-12:30p    Arlington Community High School, 4420 Fairfax Dr. 22203

Thu, Mar. 27      Bridges Bash 2025! Celebrating 40 Years of Bridges to Independence
6 – 9:00 pm        Get tickets here. Clarendon Ballroom,

Sat, Mar. 29       Arlington Teen Summer Job Fair for 14 to 18 year-olds
10am – 1 pm     Thomas Jefferson Community & Fitness Center, 3501 S 2nd St, 22204

Registration Now Open:

Mar 12-Apr 30  Strengthening Families Program Free parenting classes in English and Spanish, designed for families with children ages 10-14.
6-8:30 pm           More info & Register here. Alice West Fleet Elementary, 115 S Old Glebe Rd, 22204

Leadership Center for Arlington’s Youth Leadership Program, Inspire draws on the Center’s expertise in leadership development, civic engagement, and community building to connect a cohort of youths and empower them with the tools to develop their leadership skills and make a difference in their community. The applications are now live thru March 31st!

Summer Camp Registration is Now Open for eligible familiesCheck out the Arlington Parks & Recreation Summer Activities Webpage  for a variety of options to keep kids engaged and active.

Tue, Feb. 11      POSTPONED to 2/25 due to snow: School Board Work Session #2 with the Advisory Council on Teaching and Learning
6:30 pm               School Board Room, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, Feb. 13      School Board Meeting: Black History Month Recognition; School Board Appreciation Month and Service Awards; FY 2025 Mid-Year Fiscal Monitoring Report;  Action on the Calendar for School Year 2026-27 and 2027-28.
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Mon, Feb. 24     CCPTA Reflections Awards Ceremony
6:30 pm               Washington-Liberty High School, 1301 N Stafford St, 22201

Tue, Feb. 25       School Board Work Session #2 with the Advisory Council on Teaching and Learning
6:30 pm               School Board Room, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, Feb. 27      School Board Meeting: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Update; Action on PreK Resource Adoption: Information on Grace Hopper Center – Change Order for Unforeseen Permitting Delays and Unforeseen Subsurface Condition
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Dream Project ScholarshipsVirginia high school immigrant students or graduates can apply for an annually renewable college scholarship of $4000. Apply by Feb. 1!

Arlington high school seniors can compete for $700,000 in student aid for the coming school year, including one scholarship for traditional and non-traditional students pursuing high-growth technical careers. Click here to view all available scholarships, FAQs, and additional scholarship resources from the Arlington Community Foundation. Apply by Feb. 12!

Tax Help for Low- and Moderate-Income HouseholdsNeed help with tax preparation? Clinics are now open around Arlington and neighboring communities.

Mon, Feb. 10     Tax Scams: Learn some of the most prevalent tax scams you should be looking out for, how to avoid them and how to ensure that you retain a reputable tax return preparer.
7-8:00 pm           Zoom link

Wed, Feb. 12    Is It All Equal? Understanding Diversity in Arlington’s Elected Representation, hosted by Advance Arlington
7:00 pm            Virtual via Zoom

Thu, Feb. 20     Black History Month Celebration: Afrofuturistic Visionaries
6:30-8 pm         Gunston Middle School, 2700 S Lang Street, 22206

Fri, Feb. 21        Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for late night drop-in basketball for high school students. Enjoy food, music, and the game room!
9 pm – 12 am    Register here. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Sat, Feb. 22       Feel the Heritage Festival 2025. Learn about the Arlington’s historically African-American neighborhoods with live entertainment, delicious food and dozens of vendors.
Noon – 5 pm      Charles Drew Community Center, 3500 23rd St. S, 22206

Sat, Feb. 22       DC United Student Achiever Program vs. Toronto. Each student achiever receives one (1) free ticket with the purchase of a companion ticket
7:30 p.m.            Buy tickets here.

Sun, Feb. 23      Halls Hill History Day: Pioneers in Service
3:00 pm             Calloway UMC, 5000 Langston Blvd. 22207

Wed, Feb. 26     The Cost of AI: Fairness, Taxes & Bias, hosted by George Mason University
4 – 6:00 pm       FUSE at Mason Square, 3401 Fairfax Dr. 22201

Wed, Feb. 26     Mental Health in the Black Community
5:00 pm              St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 711 N Columbus St, Alexandria 22314

Wed, Feb. 26    Break the Cycle of Intergenerational Trauma, with Dr. Mariel Buqué (with Spanish interpretation), hosted by the Arlington County Council of PTAs, in partnership with the Arlington Public Library.
6:30 – 7:45 pm  Kenmore Middle School, 200 S Carlin Springs Rd. 22204

Thu, Feb. 27       The Blueprint: What to Do When History Repeats Itself, a Black History Month event
3:15-4:30 pm     Wakefield High School, Room A-134, 1325 S Dinwiddie St. 22206

Fri, Feb. 28          Ballin’ at the Mill Late Night for late night drop-in basketball for high school students. Enjoy food, music, and the game room!9 pm – 12 am    Register here. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Enter a Video Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – by Jan. 3!
To honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, this year’s theme is Dreams, Faith and Justice in Action. It focuses on activism and community organizing in Arlington. This is a community-wide effort. We want students, staff and community members to upload two to three-minute video response to one of the following prompts:

• “Be the Change: My Role as a Leader in My Community”
• “How Do We Continue Dr. King’s Work Today?”

The video will be shared on social media, at the Jan. 19 MLK Tribute at Wakefield High School, and at the Jan. 30 School Board meeting. Submit by Fri, Jan. 3.

Last call:             The School Board is Accepting Applications for School Board Advisory Councils for the 2024-25 School Year. *Apply here by Jan. 17*

Wed, Jan. 15      Deadline for VPI Phone Screening. Families must complete a phone screening to determine eligibility to apply for the Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI).

Thu, Jan. 16       School Board Meeting: New School Board Members Welcome and National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT) Celebration; Facilities and Operations Update; Action on Final Fiscal Close-Out Status Report Recommendations; Information on Annual Summer School Report and Proposed Fees for Summer School 2025
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Jan 24           Deadline to submit applications for all PreK-12 Option schools and programs

Mon, Jan. 27      APS Summer Activities Fair. Get ready for summer by exploring available programs, camps, and activities for children of all ages.
6 – 8:00 pm        Wakefield High School, 325 S Dinwiddie St. 22206

Tue, Jan. 28       School Board Work Session #1 with the Advisory Council on Teaching and Learning
6:30 pm               School Board Room, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, Jan. 30       APS Teen Health Fair, offering health examinations, immunizations, snacks, and additional resources
11 am – 3 pm    Register here. Wakefield High School, 1325 S Dinwiddie St. 22206

Thu, Jan. 30       School Board Meeting: Fine and Performing Arts Update; Information on the Calendar for School Year 2026-27 and 2027-28.
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Arlington County Seeks Student Feedback on Budget
The County Manager is asking for community input on the County Budget for fiscal year 2026 and would love for high school students to share their thoughts! The feedback form is now live in both English and Spanish—through January 8.

Dream Project ScholarshipsVirginia high school immigrant students or graduates can apply for an annually renewable college scholarship of $4000. Apply by Feb. 1!

Arlington high school seniors can compete for $700,000 in student aid for the coming school year, including one scholarship for traditional and non-traditional students pursuing high-growth technical careers. Click here to view all available scholarships, FAQs, and additional scholarship resources from the Arlington Community Foundation. Apply by Feb. 10!

Sat, Jan. 11        Paint, Build, Create! annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (S.T.E.A.M.) event by the Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation
10 am-1 pm       Preregister here. Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S Stafford St. 22206

Sat, Jan. 18        8th annual MLK Day of Service. Join various service projects to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, hosted by Volunteer Arlington
8:30am-12pm  Register here. Washington-Liberty High School and other Arlington locations

Mon, Jan. 20      Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, hosted by the Arlington Coalition of Black Clergy
10:30 am            Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 1601 13th Rd S, 22204

Sun, Jan. 26       Screening of the award-winning film “Join or Die,” with Q&A with one of the directors, hosted by Arlington Public Library
1 – 4 p.m.            Arlington Central Library, 1015 N Quincy St. 22201

Mon, Jan. 27      Low-Income Tax Clinic: Tax 101-Learn the basics on how the IRS, state, and local tax systems work, what you need to do to comply, and where your hard-earned money goes, hosted by Legal Services of Northern Virginia.
7-8:00 pm           Zoom link in English

Wed, Jan. 29     Contribuciones 101: Aprenda cómo funcionan los sistemas tributarios estatales, locales y federales (IRS), qué hacer para cumplir y cómo se usa el dinero que contribuye
7-8:00 pm           Liga de Zoom en español

Thu, Jan. 30       Fee Reduction Nights, Sign up for reduced fees on DPR camps, programs and services, hosted by Arlington Parks & Recreation
12-2:00 pm        Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St. 22204

Enter a Video Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
To honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, this year’s theme is Dreams, Faith and Justice in Action. It focuses on activism and community organizing in Arlington. This is a community-wide effort. We want students, staff and community members to upload two to three-minute video response to one of the following prompts:

• “Be the Change: My Role as a Leader in My Community”
• “How Do We Continue Dr. King’s Work Today?”

The video will be shared on social media, at the Jan. 19 MLK Tribute at Wakefield High School, and at the Jan. 30 School Board meeting. Submit by Fri, Jan. 3.

Thu, Dec. 12      School Board Meeting: Farewell for Outgoing Board Members; Appointments to School Board Advisory Committees; School and Community Relations and Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Update; Action on New School Board Policy J-30 Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices and Middle and High School Program of Studies; Information on Revisions to School Board Policy B-6 School Board Policy Process, C-2.1 Board/Superintendent Relationship, D-10.30 Purchasing-School Board Approval Required on Construction and Non-Construction Contracts, and E-6 Food and Nutrition Services; Final Fiscal Close-Out Status Report and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Quarterly Report
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Wed, Dec. 4      Food and Country Film Screening. Free!
6:30-8:30 pm    Register here. Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse, 2903 Columbia Pike, 22204

Sat. Dec. 7         FREE! 3rd Annual Holiday Gift Nook: An economical and sustainable approach to holiday shopping!
10am-4:30pm  Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. 22201

Sat, Dec. 28      Teen Takeover: Winter Skate Night | Hosted by Arlington Parks & Rec
7-10:00 pm        Info & Registration | Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 2nd St S, 22204

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

2024 School Bonds
By November 5, Arlington voters will decide whether to approve $83.98 million in School Bonds. This is a critical investment in the future of our students, staff and schools. This bond ensures our schools remain safe, functional and equipped to meet the evolving needs of our community. See Bond Flyer. View the presentation. 

Thu, Nov. 14   School Board Meeting: School Climate and Culture Update; Information on new School Board Policy J-30 Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices, Revisions to Schools Board Policy B-6 School Board Policy Process and D-10.30 Purchasing-School Board Approval Required on Construction and Non-Construction Contracts; and Middle and High School Program of Studies.
7:00 pm        Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Nov. 15      Monthly Youth Mental Health Training in Spanish (en español) for staff, families and community members to recognize and respond to mental health needs or help a young person who is experiencing distress. Learn more and register.

Tue, Nov. 19    School Board Work Sessions on Program Capacity and Class Size; Non-Traditional Secondary Program; and Boundaries & Options Programs.
9am–2:30pm  Watch Work Sessions online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Thu, Nov. 25   Monthly Youth Mental Health Training for staff, families and community members to recognize and respond to mental health needs or help a young person who is experiencing distress. Learn more and register.

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

APS is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15). Visit the Hispanic Heritage Month webpage for information about our student honorees and a list of activities in the region.

Mon, Oct. 7    Beyond APS: Career and College Fair 2024. Join over 140 representatives from colleges, universities, and trade schools. Exhibitors will be available to answer questions on admissions, academics, campus life, student population, and more. Local community and scholarship organizations will also be present.
6 – 8:00 pm     Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 2nd St. S 22204

Thu, Oct. 17   School Board Meeting: Recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month Latino Student Leaders and the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Principal and Student of the Year; Student Services Update; Information on School Board FY 2026 Budget Direction and School Board Legislative Package
7:00 pm        Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Oct. 18     Monthly Youth Mental Health Training, for staff, families and the community. Participants learn how to recognize and respond to mental health needs or help a young person who is experiencing distress. Learn more and register.

Tue, Oct. 29   School Board Meeting: Social Studies Update; Action on School Board FY 2026 Budget Direction and School Board Legislative Package; Information on Revisions to School Board Policy on B-2.1 Boundaries, C-2.7 Superintendent Evaluation, and D-2.32 Joint County Board and School Board Activities.
7:00 pm        Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Sep.15-Oct.15 Hispanic Heritage Month events: Smithsonian Institution
Sep.17-Oct.10 Latin Dance Lessons at Arlington Libraries

Fri, Oct. 4        Festival Latinoamericano, hosted by Arlington Parks & Recreation
5 – 9:00 pm       Info & Registration. Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St, 22204

Sat. Oct. 26       Freedom Fund Banquet: Passing the Baton: a celebration of youth, culture & community, hosted by the NAACP Arlington Branch
7 – 9:00 pm      Tickets required. George Mason University – Mason Square, 3351 Fairfax Dr. 22201

Arlington’s VA250 events can be found on the Arlington Historical Society home page.

COVID-19 Vaccines
Visit the COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments link for more information on locations and scheduling

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

APS is proud to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15). Visit our webpage for information about our 2024 student honorees and a list of commemorative activities in the region.

Wed, Sep 4        Back-to-School Toolkit: Proven Systems for Solving Disorganization, Procrastination, and Missed Deadlines, hosted by the Parent Resource Center
7:00 pm               Register here in advance for virtual session on Zoom

Thu, Sep. 5         School Board Meeting: Appointments to School Board Advisory Committees; Beginning of School Update; Information on FY 2024-25 Internal Audit Work Plan
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Sep. 13        Monthly Youth Mental Health Training, for staff, families and the community. Participants learn how to recognize and respond to mental health needs or help a young person who is experiencing distress. Learn more and register.

Thu, Sep. 19      School Board Meeting: Recognition of National Neighborhood Day; Appointments to School Board Advisory Committees; Action on FY 2024-25 Internal Audit Work Plan; Information on School Board FY 2026 Budget Direction
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Tue, Sep. 24      School Board Work Sessions on Planning Factors, Instructional Technology, Career Center Programming, and Partnerships
9 am – 4:15 pm Watch Work Sessions online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Arlington Community Events:

Sat, Feb. 7      3rd annual Hispanic Heritage Community Festival hosted by the Arlington Schools Hispanic Parents Association (ASHPA)
2 – 5:00 pm.   Tyrol Hill Park, 5101 7th St. S 22204

Wed, Sep. 11    Elections 2024: Quiz the Candidates Night, hosted by Advance Arlington
7 – 8:30 pm        Register here for virtual or in-person, Lubber Run Community Center, Oak Room, 300 North Park Road, 22203

Sat, Sep. 14       Teen Nights | Hosted by Arlington Parks & Recreation (also Sept 21, 28)
7-10:00 pm        Info & Registration | Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr, 22203

Sat, Sep. 21      Teen Nights | Hosted by Arlington Parks & Recreation (also Sep. 28)
7-10:00 pm      Info & Registration | Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr, 22203

Sun, Sep. 22      VACOLAO 2024 Latino Summit. Join Latino activists and leaders for networking, workshops, and more.
8:30am-6pm     Register here. George Mason University, Fairfax campus

Fri, Sep. 27        Festival Latinoamericano, hosted by Arlington Parks & Recreation
5-9:00 pm           Info & Registration | Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St, 22204

Sat, Sep. 28       Boys to Men Symposium for young men 12-18, hosted by NAACP Fairfax County
10 am – 3 pm    Sign up by 9/14. Gum Springs Community Center, Alexandria 22306

Sat, Sep. 28       2024 STEAM PLUS 2-Day Seminar for 6th-12th grade students from Arlington & Alexandria, hosted by The Links, Inc.
11 am – 2 pm    Register here. Nannie Lee Recreation Center, 1108 Jefferson Street Alexandria

Sat, Sep. 28     6th annual Soccer Tournament, hosted by Edu-Futuro
1 – 6:30 pm     Register here. Boeing Field #1, 475 Long Bridge Drive, 22202

Sat, Sep. 28      Teen Nights | Hosted by Arlington Parks & Recreation
7-10:00 pm      Info & Registration | Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr, 22203

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

School Board Accepting Applications for Advisory Councils for the 2024-25 School Year
The School Board Advisory Councils and Committees provide input on APS instructional and support programs, facilities, and operations. We value input from parents and community members as part of the APS decision-making process. Click here to learn more.

Thu, Aug. 1       School Board Meeting: Appointments to School Board Advisory Committees; Revisions to School Board Policy A-4 Mission, Vision, and Core Values, B-2 School Board, B-3.7.31 Legislative Liaison, B-8.4 Compensation and Benefits for School Board Members; Emergency Preparedness Management Plan
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Sat, Aug. 3       Budget Drop-In Hours: No advance sign-up is needed.
9 – 11:00 am   Lyon Village Park (picnic area), 1800 N Highland St, 22201

Tue, Aug. 6     Budget Drop-In Hours: No advance sign-up is needed.
6 – 8:00 pm     Westover Library, McKinley Room, 1644 N McKinley Rd, 22205

Thu, Aug. 15   School Board Meeting: Appointments to School Board Advisory Committees; Internal Audit Report; Action on Amendment to School Board Policy M-12 Technology; Information on Revisions to Policy E-3.30 Buildings and Grounds Management
7:00 pm           Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, Aug. 16         Kindergarten Kickoff for rising K students/parents. Families must register to attend.11 am- 12 pm   Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. 22206

Fri, Aug. 23         Kindergarten Kickoff for rising K students/parents. 11 am- 12 pm   Registration required. Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. 22201

Sat, Aug. 24       Kindergarten Kickoff  for rising K students/parents. 11 am- 12 pm   Registration required. Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. 22201

Arlington Community Events:

Aug 14-18           Arlington County Fair. Free admission. Rides require tickets.
Times vary          Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 Second St. 22204

Fri, Aug  16         Movie Night “Hairspray”: Free Movie Under the Stars, hosted by the Columbia Pike Partnership
Sundown            Arlington Mill Community Center

Sat, Aug. 17       Back-to-School Backpack and School Supply Giveaway hosted by Mount Olive Baptist Church, in partnership with the NAACP Arlington Branch and the Arlington Coalition of Black Clergy
12:00 pm            Mount Olive Baptist Church, 1601 South 13th Road, 22204

Sat, Aug  17       Movie Night “The Little Mermaid”: Free Movie Under the Stars, hosted by the Columbia Pike Partnership
Sundown            Penrose Square

Sun, Aug. 29    How do we stop arresting people for poverty crimes? Hosted by Arlington for Justice
5 – 7:15 pm      Hybrid, Virtual on Zoom & Arlington Central Library, Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium, 1015 N Quincy St. 22201

Participate in Arlington Public Library’s Freedom to Read Bookmark Contest!
Create a bookmark design for the library by August 18. Winning entries selected by age category (PreK, elementary, middle, high school & adults) will be professionally printed and distributed at all library locations during Banned Books Week (Sept. 22-28)!

Fri/Sat in Aug  2024 Movie Nights: Free Movies Under the Stars, hosted by the Columbia Pike Partnership
Sundown         Arlington Mill or Penrose Square

APS Community Engagement Opportunities:

School Board Accepting Applications for School Board Advisory Councils for the 2024-25 School Year
The School Board Advisory Councils and Committees provide input on APS instructional and support programs, facilities, and operations. We value input from parents and community members as part of the APS decision-making process. Click here to learn more.

Mon, July 8        School Board Organizational Meeting: Election of the Chair and Vice-Chair; Appointment of the Clerk and Deputy Clerk of the Board; Adoption of schedule of School Board meetings, 2024-25 school year; Action on Revisions to the 2024-25 School Year Calendar
7:00 p.m.          Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, July 12         Budget Drop-In Hours: No advance sign-up is needed; or stop in during one of the times listed below on 7/19 or 7/24
3 – 5:00 pm      Arlington Central Library, Wilson Room

Thu, July 18        School Board Meeting: Appointments to School Board Advisory Committees; New School Board Policy A-7 Literacy Plan; Action on the Resolution of the Arlington School Board Adopting Payment of Prevailing Wages
7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204

Fri, July 19         Budget Drop-In Hours: No advance sign-up is needed
3 – 5:00 pm      Columbia Pike Library, Cooper Room

Tue, July 23       Youth Mental Health First Aid designed for adults who regularly interact with adolescents (age 12-18). Learn to recognize & respond to mental health or substance use concerns. Free to all participants. For questions, contact Jenny Lambdin
9 am – 3 pm     Click here to register by 7/17.  In person (2-hour, self-paced online pre-work required by July 23). Washington-Liberty Theater

Wed, July 24     Budget Drop-In Hours: No advance sign-up is needed
5 – 7:00 pm      Arlington Mill Community Center, Classroom 132

Arlington Community Events:

Summer Reading Prize Pick Up Has Begun!
Registration for the all-ages Summer Reading Challenge is open and prizes are ready for pick up. Track each day you read until Sept. 1 and claim your completion prize (a book to keep and a Washington Nationals ticket voucher) at any Arlington Library location. Attend a library program to earn a Super Reader Prize!

Fri/Sat – Aug      2024 Movie Nights: Free Movies Under the Stars, hosted by the Columbia Pike Partnership
Sundown 8pm  Arlington Mill or Penrose Square

Tue, July 2          Controlling Clutter, hosted by Virginia Cooperative Extension
6 – 7:00 pm        Register here.

Tue, July 9          Arlington Cares: A Celebration of Volunteerism for award winners and people who have spent 100+ hours volunteering
5 – 7:00 pm         Register here. NRECA, 4301 Wilson Blvd, 22203

Arlington’s VA250 events can be found on the Arlington Historical Society home page.

COVID-19 Vaccines
Visit the COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments link for more information on locations and scheduling

Note: APS Community Engagement Opportunities can be found in other languages here: Español  Монгол   አማርኛ    العربية  (Other languages)