Arlington Public Schools Alter Schedule For Feb. 6

With wintry weather expected, Arlington Public Schools have made a decision about when students are expected to report on Thursday, Feb. 6.

Arlington Co. Schools Make Weather Decision For Jan. 8

Arlington Public Schools have made a decision about Wednesday, Jan. 8, as Northern Virginia continues digging out from a winter storm.

Arlington Public Schools Make Weather Decision For Tuesday

Arlington Public Schools have made a decision about Tuesday classes due to the winter storm that's blanketed Northern Virginia in snow.

Arlington Schools Make Weather Decision For Monday

Arlington Public Schools has made a decision about Monday classes due to the incoming winter storm.

Students Punished Over Tampon Policy: GMU Lawsuit

Two law students say their First Amendment rights were violated when GMU punished them for comments on placing tampons in a men's restroom.

Here Are The 50 Best Public High Schools In VA, New Ranking Says

Several Virginia schools are among the best public high schools in the country, according to a new report. How did your district do?

Arlington County Seniors Named National Merit Semifinalists

Semifinalists from Arlington County schools are in the running for the next round of National Merit Scholarships in 2025.

APS Sees Slight Gains In Most Standards Of Learning Test Subjects

Standards of Learning results show improvements in math, reading and other test subjects at Arlington Public Schools.

Teacher Spotlight: LaVerne Gant Called 'Angel With Her Students'

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Arlington School Calendar For 2024-25: Key Dates To Know

As the summer wraps up, here are the dates Arlington students and parents should know for the new school year.

Arlington Student Drafts Bill To Protect Migrant Farm Workers

A 16-year-old student from Arlington participated in the weeklong Students Opposing Slavery International Summit in Washington, D.C.

5 Arlington County Students Win Dunkin’ Regional Scholarships

Five students in Arlington County received scholarships from Dunkin' and regional franchisees in recognition of their academic success.

Former Pence Chief Of Staff Among Appointees To George Mason Board Of Visitors

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Friday made three new appointments and one reappointment to the George Mason University Board of Visitors.

George Mason, Howard Receive $1 M From Google For Cybersecurity Clinic

Google’s $1 million gift from its Cybersecurity Clinics Fund will help establish the NSI CTC – HUSB Cybersecurity Clinic.

Over 1,000 Arlington Area Students Need Your Help

It's easy to make a difference with Food For Neighbors!

$10K Grant To Fund Nonprofit's Afterschool STEM Clubhouse For Girls

KFC Foundation recently awarded a $10,000 grant to Boolean Girl, a nonprofit that promotes STEM education​ and classes for girls.

Race Relations Prize For Arlington Student Who Designed DEI Training

An Arlington student designed a professional development series on Microaggressions and Implicit Bias for teachers and staff at her school.

Arlington Schools Nominated For Cappies, Tony's Of High School Theater

The Cappies, the DC region's Tony's of high school theater, announced schools receiving award nominations.

6 Arlington Students Awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarships

Winners of the National Merit Scholarship's $2,500 scholarship were chosen from finalists representing less than 1 percent of U.S. seniors.

Wakefield's 'Prom School Edition' Delivers Heart, Energy, Joy: Cappies

Wakefield High School stages timely production of "The Prom School Edition," a musical about tolerance and acceptance.

Yorktown HS 'Les Mis' Masterpiece Of Production: Cappies Review

Yorktown High School rises to the occasion and delivers monumental production of "Les Misérables School Edition," says Cappies reviewer.

Eclipse Decision Made By Arlington Public Schools For Students' Safety

Arlington Public Schools superintendent notified families about what APS will be doing to ensure students' safety during Monday's eclipse.

Arlington Public Schools Change Schedule Ahead Of Friday Snow

The winter weather advisory in effect for the D.C. area has led to changes to Arlington Public Schools' schedule for Friday, Jan. 19.

Arlington Public Schools Makes Jan. 17 Weather Decision

Amid lingering impacts of the snowstorm, Arlington Public Schools is modifying its schedule on Wednesday.

These Are The Best Schools In VA: 2023 Rankings

Virginia figured prominently in several data analyses and rankings for education, from U.S. News & World Report, Niche, Money and others.

APS Opts Against Using Nottingham Elementary School As 'Swing Space'

Arlington school leaders have decided not to use Nottingham Elementary School as "swing space" as other county schools undergo renovations.

GMU Launches Entrepreneur-In-Residence Program With Arlington County

George Mason University has established a new Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program, with initial funding from Arlington Economic Development.

2nd High School Overdose Death Prompts Call For 'Emergency Session'

Teenagers are "roaming the streets, being harassed and pressured into drugs because there’s nothing to do," the NAACP Branch president said.

Arlington Office Building Serves As New Home For The Sycamore School

After spending the past two years searching for a larger space, The Sycamore School held a ribbon-cutting for its new location in Rosslyn.

16 Arlington Seniors Named 2024 National Merit Semifinalists

Sixteen students from Arlington high schools are in the running for the next National Merit Scholarships in 2024.

Police To Conduct Back-To-School Driver Safety Program In Arlington

Arlington County police will conduct a high-visibility transportation safety campaign in and around school zones starting Monday, Aug. 28.

Amazon Hosts Back-To-School Shop At NoVA Affordable Housing Complex

Families who live in Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing communities received free back-to-school supplies from Amazon on Tuesday.

Back To School: Arlington 2023-24 School Calendar

Parents in Arlington can mark the first day of school coming later in August.

Arlington With 'Fewer Than 68' Teacher Vacancies Ahead Of School Year

Arlington Public Schools is about 97.5-percent staffed with teachers, ahead of where it has typically been in early August in recent years.

Dunkin’ Regional Scholarships Awarded To 3 Arlington Students

Three students from Arlington were among 50 students in the D.C. area who received a $2,500 higher education Dunkin’ Regional Scholarship.

21K VA Borrowers Will See Student Loan Balances Wiped Out

The Biden administration calls it a "student loan safety net." More than 21,000 Virginians will see over $1 billion in debt wiped out.

2 Arlington Students Win College-Sponsored Merit Scholarship​s

More than 3,000 students received college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships financed by 153 U.S. colleges and universities.​

National Merit Scholarships Awarded To 3 Arlington Students

Winners of the National Merit Scholarship's $2,500 scholarship were chosen from finalists representing less than 1 percent of U.S. seniors.

Kindness Is At The Core Of Middle Schooler: Arlington Star Student

Josephine of Arlington helps peers with school work and genuinely works toward creating a tolerant and inclusive environment for peers.

Wakefield High School Senior Wins National Gold For Art Portfolio

A Wakefield High senior became the first Arlington student to win a National Gold for Portfolio at the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.