Virginia awarded a total of $1.5 million in grants for career and technical programs to Alexandria, Stafford and other school divisions.
Semifinalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships announced in 2022.
Education publication K-12 Dive looks at principals who have made a difference in student success.
It is time to turn the page on a new school year and look forward to the promise of what the 2021-22 school year will bring. Together, A ...
Masks will be required for students and staff at Alexandria City Public Schools regardless of vaccination status.
Families in Alexandria can now mark the first day of school that is on the way later this summer.
This week has been one that we can all celebrate together. On Tuesday, we gathered out front of Matthew Maury Elementary School to offic ...
Alexandria's high school has a new name and logo, but the Titans mascot will stay the same.
Under overcast skies on Saturday morning, our 888 graduates filed out of T.C. Williams High School for the last time and entered Chinqua ...
To create the best experience for our school communities, we appreciate your feedback on several vital initiatives. In this issue of Exp ...
The school district wants input on using federal funds intended for addressing impacts of COVID-19 and reopening schools normally.
Last Friday, several ACPS students and staff were invited to join President Joe Biden, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and Governor Ralph Nort ...
This week, we have much to celebrate with incredible achievements around our school division. Please join me in congratulating the succe ...
It has been exciting to plan for Fall 2021 when we look forward to welcoming all students back for five days a week of in-person learnin ...
A student reviews the short films based on Anton Chekhov's "The Seagull."
On Tuesday, we sent you an important email message asking you to fill out the Learning Choice Form for your child(ren) about your prefer ...
Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Old Town Alexandria Patch.
Today (May 7), we also celebrate our school lunch staff for School Lunch Heroes Day. These behind-the-scenes champions make sure all stu ...
An Episcopal High School student is one of the winners of corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships.
The new names, Alexandria City High School and Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School, will take effect on July 1.
The percentage of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Alexandria.
Alexandria high school seniors can apply for the scholarship named for the late Peter Williams.
The last day for food distribution before Jan. 4 will be Friday, Dec. 18, according to ACPS.
Alexandria second-grader Andras Jacobson was selected to get a question answered from an astronaut at the International Space Station.
The Alexandria School Board voted Monday to remove the names of T.C. Williams and Matthew Maury from the schools.
Additional students with disabilities are expected to return in phases during November and December.
Community engagement will kick off as the school board decides whether Maury Elementary and T.C. Williams High School should be renamed.
Over 250 survey responses provided insight on how families assess learning so far in their district or school.
Some school districts went with remote learning to start the year. Let us know how you think school is going so far.
With many students starting the school year with distance learning, here's what the first day looked like.
Catholic University of America aims to use the satellite campus for adult education.
The coronavirus sent millions of Americans into an economic tailspin that's being felt at the dinner table.
The school board will begin a discussion about renaming T.C. Williams, named for the former superintendent who supported segregation.
Students living in Alexandria are among the recipients of National Merit Scholarships announced Wednesday.
The six summer courses can be used for NOVA degree requirements or be transferred to most colleges and universities.
The coronavirus has changed the school year, but life goes on, and a VA high school is tops in rankings by U.S. News & World Report.
The school district will consolidate meal distribution during spring break, which is designated as a student holiday.
Gov. Ralph Northam ordered K-12 schools to close until at least March 27, but some schools will be closed longer.
Two parents wanted to help the school when their son 6-year-old Daniel died. Their donation will help other kids with special needs.
The school district and city indicated affordable and workforce housing could be considered for school projects with more time to plan.