Alexandria's Ana Humphrey is featured in Tumblr's Champions of Change series for getting kids engaged in hands-on science.
Bishop Ireton is also listed as one of the 13 top teams from the Mid-Atlantic, which encompasses 4 states and the District of Columbia.
Change at school comes after Washington Post investigative report on practices at school regarding irregularity in the pre-testing period.
Back-to-school nights are an opportunity for you to find out from your child’s teacher what their goals are for the class and your child.
Grants will pay for video monitoring systems, metal detectors, electronic-access controls, visitor-identification systems and more.
On September 10, in a single day, more than 150 teachers, students, and community volunteers will work to create a 'REAL School Garden.'
The supply drive will be held Wednesday, Aug. 24.
Over the past three years, ACPS has shown considerable gains in the focus areas of reading, science and math across all subgroups.
Students and staff are being relocated to cooler parts of the building until dismissal, ACPS noted.
The school received an anonymous gift of $3 million to be used to support physical improvements, program enhancement and endowment.
The Anniversary Gala will be held Saturday, April 23 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center.
Also find a list here of upcoming open houses scheduled at local public schools in February, March and April.
The region is under a Winter Storm Warning until the early hours Tuesday.
The new Alexandria City School Board was formally installed at a public induction at T.C. Williams High School on Thursday.
YMCA proposes to lease space at First Assembly of God Church at 700 W. Braddock Road for a preschool and daycare.
ChildSpace Learning Center now accepting students, children ages 3-5.
The high school invites alumni to a bonfire party, the homecoming parade and the annual football game.
Maury was given the honor for its success in integrating an hour of physical activity into the school day.
#ACPSfirstday became a trending topic this morning on Twitter.
Alexandria City Public Schools has launched a new mobile app to help families stay connected to their schools.
J.R. Reingold & Associates Inc. will be responsible for proposing options for redistricting that will be deliberated on and assessed.
Attend this free workshop and learn how to make educational savings plans work for you. Tues., September 8 at 7pm. Beatley Central Library.
Some schools are saying 'no' to the style many wear as the school year is set to begin. What do you think about these decisions?
Superintendent Alvin L. Crawley has appointed 12 new assistant principals, four academic principals and two deans for 2015-2016 school year.
And the #1 high school in the nation, according to Newsweek? It's right here in Northern Virginia.
Lottery profits cleared $500 million for only the second time ever, while lotto players hauled in more than $1 billion.
The Back-to-School Drive runs until August 19.
Check out the free summer program for parents and children, ages 3-10.
Event takes place Saturday in Del Ray.
High school seniors will be making college choices soon. Before heading off, let’s talk about college drinking.
Maria Magallanes will receive award May 19 in D.C. She will also be honored at the Wednesday at Alexandria City School Board meeting.
Students missed four days of school, due to winter weather. Now they'll go to school on a day that was previously a teacher workday.
Elementary schools across the city will be redistricted starting in 2016/17.
Winter weather impacts schedule.
Weather forecast to impact afternoon and evening schedules.
Weather service says to expect icy roads and sidewalks Monday morning.
There's been an update this morning to the original announcment. Wintry weather impacts today's school schedule.
Water main break was fixed by 7 a.m. Tuesday. Local school was closed Tuesday due to break.
If you’re not sure which school your child will be attending, check the school locator.