Category: News
School Board Member Mary Kadera to Host Virtual Open Office Hours on Dec. 15
December 12, 2025
School Board member Mary Kadera will host virtual Open Office Hours on Mon, Dec. 15, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
29 APS Teachers Earned or Maintained Their National Board Certification
December 10, 2025
Arlington Public Schools recognizes 29 teachers, counselors, or librarians who have achieved or maintained their National Board Certification.
December Partner of the Month: Sunrise Senior Living
December 9, 2025
Ashlawn Elementary School has introduced a wonderful new initiative in collaboration with Sunrise Senior Living called "Grandfriends – Building Bonds Between Seniors and Students."
2026 Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions
December 5, 2025
The 2026 Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions (“Virginia School Survey”) is administered to schools through a partnership between the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE).
Supporting Students, Building Leaders: The Work of APS School Psychologists
December 3, 2025
In APS, the work of school psychologists goes far beyond testing and counseling. It’s about cultivating a thriving community of learners and leaders. Learn more about how psychologists are making an impact at APS.
Arlington Career Center Students Win Statewide Video Contest
December 3, 2025
Arlington Career Center TV Production students won First Place in the Virginia School Boards Association’s 2025 High School Student Video Contest.
December Schedule of Board Meetings, Work Sessions, and Advisory Council and Committee Meetings
November 25, 2025
This schedule is subject to change with advance notice provided on the School Board Meetings page. For more information, contact the School Board Office.
‘Barrett Gives’ Initiative Receives $5,000 NEA Grant
November 21, 2025
In November for American Education Week, the NEA presented Barrett with a $5,000 donation for its Barrett Gives initiative to purchase gift cards from local grocery stores for families in need.
APS Musicians Earn Top Honors Across Virginia
November 21, 2025
Congratulations to all the APS students selected for the Northeast Virginia Senior Regional Orchestra, the All-Virginia Jazz Ensemble, the VMEA Senior Honor Choir, and the selective VMEA Conference performance.