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ENGAGE with APS
Learn more about topics that will be discussed for School Board action this school year and find out how to stay informed and be involved.
Current and Upcoming Initiatives
Below is a list of current and upcoming initiatives for the 2024-25 school year. Check back often as additional information and new initiatives are added. The community is encouraged to contact Engage with APS! specifically about APS initiatives. For other concerns or feedback, please visit the Contact APS webpage for information on who to contact within APS to provide you with a prompt response.
Development of the 2026-27 & 2027-28 School Year Calendars
- The APS school year calendars follow a policy ensuring consistency in key dates and scheduling.
- The calendar includes fixed parameters like start and end dates, major breaks and instructional days.
- Feedback on general calendar concerns can be shared through Engage with APS.
- More Information
Arlington Youth Survey
- Arlington Public Schools will conduct the 2024 Arlington Youth Survey (AYS), also known as the Youth Risk Behavior Survey developed by the CDC. AYS is a comprehensive and confidential survey aimed to assess various behaviors and experiences influencing youth health and well-being in Arlington County.
- AYS will be administered from November 12 to November 26 this fall for students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12.
- More Information
FY2026 Budget
- Development of the FY 2026 Proposed Budget is underway
- The FY 2026 forecast shows we will start the budget process with a $38 million gap
- The Proposed Budget will be presented on March 13, 2025
- See Budget & Finance for additional information
Your Voice Matters Survey
- The Your Voice Matters Survey, which is now conducted annually and in conjunction with APS and the Arlington Partnership for Children, Youth and Families (APCYF), provides insights on topics that include safety (school and community climate), health and well-being, voice and engagement.
- The survey window February 12, 2025 – March 21, 2025.
- More information and link to opt-out form
Arlington Career Center Project
- The project will allow more students to benefit from the offerings at the Career Center and allow APS to further expand Arlington Tech and other high-demand programs.
- The School Board approved the Construction Contract Award to begin construction of the facility, which is scheduled to open in Fall 2026 for the 2026-27 School Year.
- More Information
School Board Policies for Revision/Amendment
- The School Board is considering the following policies for revision/amendment
Information on Expiring Procurement Contracts
- APS will share information on the contracts expiring soon on a quarterly basis.
- The goal of sharing this information is to establish an open and accessible channel of communication that allows the community to better understand the contracts and agreements that drive the operations of APS.
- APS advertises all contract solicitations on eVA and on the APS Procurement Office website.
- More Information
Partnerships Working Group
- The Partnerships Working Group will work with staff to develop a recommendation to the Superintendent on a proposed framework and comprehensive structure for partnerships. The structure will serve as a guide for how APS develops, maintains and monitors partnerships to serve our students, staff and community.
- More Information
Contact the Engage Team
If you have a concern, inquiry, or suggestion, we want to help!
Many questions or issues involving a specific student can be resolved at the school level. Start by contacting your child’s teacher, school support staff, or the front office.
For more ways to contact APS schools and offices, visit Contact APS.
For questions about APS Initiatives or ways to get involved, you may fill out the form below: