Category: News
Arlington Public Schools Launches Pilot Readers Rise Program to Inspire a Love of Reading
September 8, 2025
APS, in partnership with community volunteers, is proud to announce the launch of Readers Rise: Empowering Young Minds Through Reading — an initiative designed to foster a love of reading, strengthen literacy skills, and build lasting mentorship connections for students.
School Board Member Zuraya Tapia-Hadley to Host Open Office Hours on Mon, Sept. 8
September 5, 2025
School Board Member Zuraya Tapia-Hadley will hold in-person Open Office Hours on Mon, Sept. 8, from 6-8 p.m. at the Syphax Educational Center.
Students Send Science Project to Space
September 5, 2025
An experiment created by Yorktown senior Ryan Sullivan, Arlington Tech freshman Asher Greene, and Washington-Liberty freshman Grayson Talbot was sent to the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
Save the Date for 2025 Back-to-School Nights
September 2, 2025
We are excited to announce our annual Back-to-School Nights! This is an opportunity to step into your student’s world, meet their teachers, and get a sneak peek into what to expect this year.
Arlington Public Schools Seeks Federal Court’s Relief to Unfreeze Federal Funds
August 29, 2025
We are providing an update about our school division’s designation by the U.S. Department of Education as a high-risk grantee, effectively freezing $23 million in funding APS relies on to provide services to students and families.
September Schedule of Board Meetings, Work Sessions, and Advisory Council and Committee Meetings
August 28, 2025
The Arlington School Board’s September schedule of Board Meetings, Work Sessions, and Advisory Council and Committee Meetings is now available.
Back-to-School Starter Kit 2025
August 18, 2025
Important information for families and students to help you prepare for the new school year!
APS Responds to U.S. Department of Education
August 15, 2025
APS responded to the U.S. Department of Education’s request to amend our Transgender Students in Schools policy.