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APS is a diverse and inclusive school community, committed to academic excellence and integrity. #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS
Across Arlington Public Schools, families, staff, and community partners come together each year to spread kindness, generosity, and care. ❄️❤️
Visit our Family and Community Engagement site to see just a few of the ways APS came together to share holiday cheer! 🎁✨
🔗 www.apsva.us/face/
Visit our Family and Community Engagement site to see just a few of the ways APS came together to share holiday cheer! 🎁✨
🔗 www.apsva.us/face/
Family and Community Engagement (FACE) - Arlington Public Schools
Home Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Family and Community Engagement (FACE) 🎁🎉 Celebrating the Generosity of Our APS Community Across Arlington Public Schools, families, staff, and community partners come together each year to uplift one anothe...
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December 26, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Across Arlington Public Schools, families, staff, and community partners come together each year to spread kindness, generosity, and care. ❄️❤️
Visit our Family and Community Engagement site to see just a few of the ways APS came together to share holiday cheer! 🎁✨
🔗 www.apsva.us/face/
Visit our Family and Community Engagement site to see just a few of the ways APS came together to share holiday cheer! 🎁✨
🔗 www.apsva.us/face/
✨ Applications are OPEN for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the Arlington Tech Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/_Mjmtri7otA?si=KlOlEfAF4dAYT7Lm
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🎬 Watch the Arlington Tech Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/_Mjmtri7otA?si=KlOlEfAF4dAYT7Lm
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
Arlington Tech Governor's STEM Academy Virtual Information Night 2025 Meeting Recording
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December 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
✨ Applications are OPEN for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the Arlington Tech Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/_Mjmtri7otA?si=KlOlEfAF4dAYT7Lm
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🎬 Watch the Arlington Tech Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/_Mjmtri7otA?si=KlOlEfAF4dAYT7Lm
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🙌🏼 📚 Ashlawn Elementary School has introduced a wonderful new initiative in collaboration with Sunrise Senior Living that brings generations together through the love of reading. Weekly, residents from Sunrise, visit kindergarten classrooms to share stories, laugh, and their passion for learning.
December 23, 2025 at 4:10 PM
🙌🏼 📚 Ashlawn Elementary School has introduced a wonderful new initiative in collaboration with Sunrise Senior Living that brings generations together through the love of reading. Weekly, residents from Sunrise, visit kindergarten classrooms to share stories, laugh, and their passion for learning.
Arlington Public Schools invites camps and community organizations to join our Summer Activities Fair on Wednesday, January 14, at Wakefield High School.
🤝 Meet APS families
📣 Promote your programs
Register here: www.apsva.us/summer-activities-fair/
🤝 Meet APS families
📣 Promote your programs
Register here: www.apsva.us/summer-activities-fair/
Summer Activities Fair - Arlington Public Schools
Home Summer Activities Fair Summer Activities Fair An annual event hosted by Arlington Public Schools (APS) and the Arlington County Council of PTAs (CCPTA), the fair invites all families to explore a wide range of summer opportunities. Save the Date: V...
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December 22, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Arlington Public Schools invites camps and community organizations to join our Summer Activities Fair on Wednesday, January 14, at Wakefield High School.
🤝 Meet APS families
📣 Promote your programs
Register here: www.apsva.us/summer-activities-fair/
🤝 Meet APS families
📣 Promote your programs
Register here: www.apsva.us/summer-activities-fair/
🌟 Meet our December All Stars!
Each honoree embodies the spirit of service and collaboration, strengthening the experiences of our community.
Zoe Hu, Swanson
Dr. Kim Jackson-Davis, Langston
Jessica Dvorak, Long Branch
Kay Miller, Montessori
Kerm Towler, Facilities
Congratulations!
Each honoree embodies the spirit of service and collaboration, strengthening the experiences of our community.
Zoe Hu, Swanson
Dr. Kim Jackson-Davis, Langston
Jessica Dvorak, Long Branch
Kay Miller, Montessori
Kerm Towler, Facilities
Congratulations!
Meet Our December 2025 APS All Stars - Arlington Public Schools
Our December APS All Stars go above and beyond to support students, families and colleagues through creativity, compassion and a deep commitment to helping every student thrive.
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December 20, 2025 at 8:45 PM
🌟 Meet our December All Stars!
Each honoree embodies the spirit of service and collaboration, strengthening the experiences of our community.
Zoe Hu, Swanson
Dr. Kim Jackson-Davis, Langston
Jessica Dvorak, Long Branch
Kay Miller, Montessori
Kerm Towler, Facilities
Congratulations!
Each honoree embodies the spirit of service and collaboration, strengthening the experiences of our community.
Zoe Hu, Swanson
Dr. Kim Jackson-Davis, Langston
Jessica Dvorak, Long Branch
Kay Miller, Montessori
Kerm Towler, Facilities
Congratulations!
APS is seeking volunteers to mentor and support students during hands-on projects. Ideal volunteers are flexible, patient, and comfortable supporting students with diverse language needs.
📅Thursdays 4:15–6:15 p.m. from Jan 22 – May 14, 2026
📞 Interested? Contact dawn.smith@apsva.us or 703-228-2581.
📅Thursdays 4:15–6:15 p.m. from Jan 22 – May 14, 2026
📞 Interested? Contact dawn.smith@apsva.us or 703-228-2581.
December 19, 2025 at 5:40 PM
APS is seeking volunteers to mentor and support students during hands-on projects. Ideal volunteers are flexible, patient, and comfortable supporting students with diverse language needs.
📅Thursdays 4:15–6:15 p.m. from Jan 22 – May 14, 2026
📞 Interested? Contact dawn.smith@apsva.us or 703-228-2581.
📅Thursdays 4:15–6:15 p.m. from Jan 22 – May 14, 2026
📞 Interested? Contact dawn.smith@apsva.us or 703-228-2581.
APS Operations Update for Fri, Dec.19 - Gunston Will Open 2 Hours Late Due to Power Outage
Due to a power outage in the area, @gunston.apsva.us will open 2 hours late this morning, Dec. 19, 2025. Dominion Power is working on the outage and estimates 2-4 hours to restore power.
Due to a power outage in the area, @gunston.apsva.us will open 2 hours late this morning, Dec. 19, 2025. Dominion Power is working on the outage and estimates 2-4 hours to restore power.
December 19, 2025 at 11:22 AM
APS Operations Update for Fri, Dec.19 - Gunston Will Open 2 Hours Late Due to Power Outage
Due to a power outage in the area, @gunston.apsva.us will open 2 hours late this morning, Dec. 19, 2025. Dominion Power is working on the outage and estimates 2-4 hours to restore power.
Due to a power outage in the area, @gunston.apsva.us will open 2 hours late this morning, Dec. 19, 2025. Dominion Power is working on the outage and estimates 2-4 hours to restore power.
✨ Applications are open for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the Campbell Elementary School Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtube.com/watch?v=RkAZtxGa4Fo
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🎬 Watch the Campbell Elementary School Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtube.com/watch?v=RkAZtxGa4Fo
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
Campbell Lottery Virtual Tour - 11/19/25
Lottery Information for 2026-2027 School Year
If you have a child that will be attending kindergarten next year at Campbell, it is time to apply.
Learn about the lottery process through this Information Session to learn more about the schools and progr...
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December 17, 2025 at 3:48 PM
✨ Applications are open for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the Campbell Elementary School Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtube.com/watch?v=RkAZtxGa4Fo
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🎬 Watch the Campbell Elementary School Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtube.com/watch?v=RkAZtxGa4Fo
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🎉 6th–12th Grade Families! Join APS for an exciting webinar on Dec. 17 at 5:30 to learn all about:
📚 Course Planning & Timeline
🖥️ Using Course Planner as a Student
👨👩👧 Using Course Planner as a Guardian
✅ Guardian Approval Process
🛠️ SchooLinks Support Resources
Join: https://bit.ly/44qXzha
📚 Course Planning & Timeline
🖥️ Using Course Planner as a Student
👨👩👧 Using Course Planner as a Guardian
✅ Guardian Approval Process
🛠️ SchooLinks Support Resources
Join: https://bit.ly/44qXzha
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December 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🎉 6th–12th Grade Families! Join APS for an exciting webinar on Dec. 17 at 5:30 to learn all about:
📚 Course Planning & Timeline
🖥️ Using Course Planner as a Student
👨👩👧 Using Course Planner as a Guardian
✅ Guardian Approval Process
🛠️ SchooLinks Support Resources
Join: https://bit.ly/44qXzha
📚 Course Planning & Timeline
🖥️ Using Course Planner as a Student
👨👩👧 Using Course Planner as a Guardian
✅ Guardian Approval Process
🛠️ SchooLinks Support Resources
Join: https://bit.ly/44qXzha
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CODE 5: Due to inclement weather, all APS buildings will be closed and all activities are canceled UNTIL NOON on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, including extracurricular activities, games, team practices, field trips, adult education classes, and programs in schools and on school grounds.
December 14, 2025 at 3:24 AM
CODE 5: Due to inclement weather, all APS buildings will be closed and all activities are canceled UNTIL NOON on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, including extracurricular activities, games, team practices, field trips, adult education classes, and programs in schools and on school grounds.
✨ Applications are OPEN for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the Dual-Language Immersion Program Information Session and explore one of the many programs you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/XoFwisH0ZRw?si=akDB5u8bYBr2p6li
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🎬 Watch the Dual-Language Immersion Program Information Session and explore one of the many programs you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/XoFwisH0ZRw?si=akDB5u8bYBr2p6li
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
Dual Immersion Programs Information Session/Sesión Informativa del Programa de Inmersión
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December 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
✨ Applications are OPEN for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the Dual-Language Immersion Program Information Session and explore one of the many programs you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/XoFwisH0ZRw?si=akDB5u8bYBr2p6li
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🎬 Watch the Dual-Language Immersion Program Information Session and explore one of the many programs you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/XoFwisH0ZRw?si=akDB5u8bYBr2p6li
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
🎄🎶 The Washington-Liberty Chamber Choir needs your help! Vote in the annual WASH-FM Christmas Choir Competition now through 5 p.m. on Dec. 17.
Listen on the radio:
📻 12/13: 6 p.m. hour
📻 12/14: 8 a.m. hour
📻 12/15: Noon hour
📻 12/16: 2 p.m. hour
📻 12/17: 10 a.m. hour
https://ihr.fm/48VZKL8
Listen on the radio:
📻 12/13: 6 p.m. hour
📻 12/14: 8 a.m. hour
📻 12/15: Noon hour
📻 12/16: 2 p.m. hour
📻 12/17: 10 a.m. hour
https://ihr.fm/48VZKL8
December 11, 2025 at 8:40 PM
🎄🎶 The Washington-Liberty Chamber Choir needs your help! Vote in the annual WASH-FM Christmas Choir Competition now through 5 p.m. on Dec. 17.
Listen on the radio:
📻 12/13: 6 p.m. hour
📻 12/14: 8 a.m. hour
📻 12/15: Noon hour
📻 12/16: 2 p.m. hour
📻 12/17: 10 a.m. hour
https://ihr.fm/48VZKL8
Listen on the radio:
📻 12/13: 6 p.m. hour
📻 12/14: 8 a.m. hour
📻 12/15: Noon hour
📻 12/16: 2 p.m. hour
📻 12/17: 10 a.m. hour
https://ihr.fm/48VZKL8
✨Join an information session and learn more about APS option schools and programs.
Dec. 10 Virtual
Gunston: Dual Language Immersion 3 p.m., Montessori 3:50 p.m.
Dec. 10 In Person
Arlington Tech at 5:30 and 7 p.m., and HB Woodlawn at 7 p.m.
More information: apsva.us/information-sessions
Dec. 10 Virtual
Gunston: Dual Language Immersion 3 p.m., Montessori 3:50 p.m.
Dec. 10 In Person
Arlington Tech at 5:30 and 7 p.m., and HB Woodlawn at 7 p.m.
More information: apsva.us/information-sessions
Family Information Sessions - Arlington Public Schools
Family Information Sessions Each school offers an information session for the following school year. Families are encouraged to attend to learn about their assigned neighborhood school or option school of interest, meet school staff, and ask questions.
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December 9, 2025 at 7:40 PM
✨Join an information session and learn more about APS option schools and programs.
Dec. 10 Virtual
Gunston: Dual Language Immersion 3 p.m., Montessori 3:50 p.m.
Dec. 10 In Person
Arlington Tech at 5:30 and 7 p.m., and HB Woodlawn at 7 p.m.
More information: apsva.us/information-sessions
Dec. 10 Virtual
Gunston: Dual Language Immersion 3 p.m., Montessori 3:50 p.m.
Dec. 10 In Person
Arlington Tech at 5:30 and 7 p.m., and HB Woodlawn at 7 p.m.
More information: apsva.us/information-sessions
✅ Apply for Option Schools and Programs today! Watch the APS Lottery Information Video to learn about the application process and more. 🎥 Watch Video: youtu.be/4fTX6dy6SIg?si=YPfznVLeNnXRPKSS
Lottery Information 25-26: Option Schools, Programs, and Transfers
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December 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM
✅ Apply for Option Schools and Programs today! Watch the APS Lottery Information Video to learn about the application process and more. 🎥 Watch Video: youtu.be/4fTX6dy6SIg?si=YPfznVLeNnXRPKSS
CODE 2: Due to the winter weather advisory and the potential for snow during the morning commute, all APS schools and offices will open two hours late tomorrow, Fri, Dec. 5, 2025. The Extended Day program will also open two hours late and morning field trips are canceled.
December 5, 2025 at 12:38 AM
CODE 2: Due to the winter weather advisory and the potential for snow during the morning commute, all APS schools and offices will open two hours late tomorrow, Fri, Dec. 5, 2025. The Extended Day program will also open two hours late and morning field trips are canceled.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and APS is ready to share the Sounds of the Season. Our annual winter concert series is underway. Students across our schools are performing and we invite you to join us.
See the full schedule: https://www.apsva.us/post/aps-sounds-of-the-season/
See the full schedule: https://www.apsva.us/post/aps-sounds-of-the-season/
December 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and APS is ready to share the Sounds of the Season. Our annual winter concert series is underway. Students across our schools are performing and we invite you to join us.
See the full schedule: https://www.apsva.us/post/aps-sounds-of-the-season/
See the full schedule: https://www.apsva.us/post/aps-sounds-of-the-season/
🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from APS! 🦃
We are sharing a look inside @atsaps.bsky.social, where students and staff filled their gratitude jars with the big and small moments that matter most.
Wishing you a safe and restful holiday surrounded by the people and places you are thankful for. #OneTeamOneAPS
We are sharing a look inside @atsaps.bsky.social, where students and staff filled their gratitude jars with the big and small moments that matter most.
Wishing you a safe and restful holiday surrounded by the people and places you are thankful for. #OneTeamOneAPS
Happy Thanksgiving Break!
YouTube video by Arlington Educational Television
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November 27, 2025 at 6:18 PM
🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from APS! 🦃
We are sharing a look inside @atsaps.bsky.social, where students and staff filled their gratitude jars with the big and small moments that matter most.
Wishing you a safe and restful holiday surrounded by the people and places you are thankful for. #OneTeamOneAPS
We are sharing a look inside @atsaps.bsky.social, where students and staff filled their gratitude jars with the big and small moments that matter most.
Wishing you a safe and restful holiday surrounded by the people and places you are thankful for. #OneTeamOneAPS
Applications are now open for Option Schools and Programs, as well as Targeted and Neighborhood transfers for select schools.
🖥️ Apply online at apsva.us/schoolmint
🏫 Learn more at apsva.us/school-options
🖥️ Apply online at apsva.us/schoolmint
🏫 Learn more at apsva.us/school-options
November 21, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Applications are now open for Option Schools and Programs, as well as Targeted and Neighborhood transfers for select schools.
🖥️ Apply online at apsva.us/schoolmint
🏫 Learn more at apsva.us/school-options
🖥️ Apply online at apsva.us/schoolmint
🏫 Learn more at apsva.us/school-options
We are proud to announce our November 2025 #APSAllStars: Nicole Gustafson, Dr. Marianne Ellis, Duane Lomis and Cesar Espejo. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our students and schools.
✨ Nominate an APS All Star today: apsva.us/all-stars
✨ Nominate an APS All Star today: apsva.us/all-stars
November 18, 2025 at 9:12 PM
We are proud to announce our November 2025 #APSAllStars: Nicole Gustafson, Dr. Marianne Ellis, Duane Lomis and Cesar Espejo. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our students and schools.
✨ Nominate an APS All Star today: apsva.us/all-stars
✨ Nominate an APS All Star today: apsva.us/all-stars
We are aware that the APS website is currently difficult to access due to a widespread internet service outage impacting many websites across the world.
We are monitoring the situation and will share updates as necessary. Thank you for your patience as service providers work to resolve the issue.
We are monitoring the situation and will share updates as necessary. Thank you for your patience as service providers work to resolve the issue.
November 18, 2025 at 1:39 PM
We are aware that the APS website is currently difficult to access due to a widespread internet service outage impacting many websites across the world.
We are monitoring the situation and will share updates as necessary. Thank you for your patience as service providers work to resolve the issue.
We are monitoring the situation and will share updates as necessary. Thank you for your patience as service providers work to resolve the issue.
The National Education Association (NEA) kicked off American Education Week this morning at @barrettaps.bsky.social, serving school lunch, reading to students, and leading a hands-on cooking activity.
In addition, the NEA donated $5,000 to Barrett, and APS received a $10,000 donation.
In addition, the NEA donated $5,000 to Barrett, and APS received a $10,000 donation.
November 17, 2025 at 10:06 PM
The National Education Association (NEA) kicked off American Education Week this morning at @barrettaps.bsky.social, serving school lunch, reading to students, and leading a hands-on cooking activity.
In addition, the NEA donated $5,000 to Barrett, and APS received a $10,000 donation.
In addition, the NEA donated $5,000 to Barrett, and APS received a $10,000 donation.
National Education Association President Becky Pringle reads to @barrettaps.bsky.social PreK students as part of the kickoff to American Education Week.
November 17, 2025 at 3:33 PM
National Education Association President Becky Pringle reads to @barrettaps.bsky.social PreK students as part of the kickoff to American Education Week.
🎥 The APS Lottery Process Video is here! Watch to learn about the lottery process. Applications open Nov. 10, 2025. Explore fall information sessions for our option schools and programs.
Watch Video: https://youtu.be/sgEb4iuIpuE
Information Sessions: www.apsva.us/information-sessions
Watch Video: https://youtu.be/sgEb4iuIpuE
Information Sessions: www.apsva.us/information-sessions
APS Lottery Process (English)
YouTube video by Arlington Educational Television
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November 5, 2025 at 6:30 PM
🎥 The APS Lottery Process Video is here! Watch to learn about the lottery process. Applications open Nov. 10, 2025. Explore fall information sessions for our option schools and programs.
Watch Video: https://youtu.be/sgEb4iuIpuE
Information Sessions: www.apsva.us/information-sessions
Watch Video: https://youtu.be/sgEb4iuIpuE
Information Sessions: www.apsva.us/information-sessions
Over 200 select students participate in the 33rd Annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference to hear from industry leaders and explore career opportunities. #LYLC #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome
November 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Over 200 select students participate in the 33rd Annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference to hear from industry leaders and explore career opportunities. #LYLC #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome