Community Engagement Opportunities

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

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     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

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)