Alexandria's Longest-Serving Crossing Guard Retires After 49 Years

Charlotte Ross, 89, worked for Polk Elementary School since it opened.

College Night Virginia Is Next Week at T.C. Williams High School

The Scholarship Fund of Alexandria invites middle and high school students and their parents to come out to free college-planning event.

VIDEO: School Board Votes to Approve Next Steps for T.C. Lights

In emotional meeting, neighbors say quality of life, property values will decline if lights are added. Watch a video of the meeting below.

Governor Awards Grants to Alexandria Schools for Security Equipment

More than $6 million awarded to schools across the Commonwealth for video monitoring, metal detectors, classroom locks, electronic-access.

Alexandria Public Schools Welcomes Students to New School Year Tuesday

Check out lunch menus and the back to school night schedule.

'Bless You' and Gun Fiction: Are Schools Too Sensitive?

It’s a new school year and administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

Bishop Ireton Senior Audrey Sisel to Row for Creighton University

"We are thrilled she will be rowing at a Division I school," says Coach Mary Jordan.

Cappies Review: Bishop Ireton's 'How to Succeed In Business Without Really Trying'

Cappies review by Kristen Popham of Chantilly High School.

Bishop Ireton High School Choir to Perform in Cherry Blossom Parade

Parade is set for Saturday, April 12 in DC.

Voices in Bloom: Bishop Ireton Choir Prepares for Cherry Blossom Festival

Choir will perform at National Cherry Blossom Festival.

Alexandria City Public Schools Makes Weather Announcement for Monday

It's a snowy St. Patrick's Day.

Bishop Ireton Theater Arts Presents 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'

Students will present performances Saturday, Sunday and next week on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Sen. Tim Kaine Talks Science, Tech Skills with NOVA Students

Virginia lawmaker met with students on Monday at Alexandria campus.

Wellness On Wheels Bus Will Serve Alexandria Children

Mobile health unit will serve Alexandria children.

ACPS Makes Snow Day Announcement for Wednesday

Students have missed two days of school this week.

Alexandria City Public Schools Makes Snow Day Decision

Schools were closed Monday due to snow storm.

ACPS: All Schools Will Open on a Two-Hour Delay Tuesday

School system warns of uncleared side streets.

ACPS to Select Among Nominees for Outstanding Teacher Award

Eight ACPS teachers nominated for award.

Friday Closures and Delays in Alexandria

Alexandria is under a Winter Weather Advisory, with a low around 27 degrees Thursday night.

Bishop Ireton Student Will Play Football for Naval Academy

First Lady Michelle Obama Stops by T.C. Williams to Talk College Financial Aid

Obama visited Alexandria Wednesday morning to meet with high school students at a financial aid workshop.

Cappies Review: T.C. Williams' 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'

Exploring heavily themes of love, individuality, and even feminism, Shakespeare’s tale has stood the test of time.

Wednesday School Delays in Alexandria

Many schools are opening on a two-hour delay.

ACPS Schedules Inclement Weather Make-up Days

Students will makeup school on scheduled teacher work days instead of adding days to the end of the calendar.

ACPS Honors 11 Teachers Who Earn National Board Certification

Four ACPS instructors earn National Board Certification renewal.

Friday School Delays in Alexandria

Some private schools have announced delayed openings.

Virginia Senate Republicans Kill 'Dream Act' Bill in Committee Vote

"These young people are a part of our communities, and they’re not going to disappear tomorrow," said Sen. Adam Ebbin. "So why wouldn’t we give them this tool to succeed in and contribute to those communities?”

Wimpy Kids or Safety First: School Closing Decisions Generate Strong Reactions

Are we raising "a generation of wimpy kids" or are decisions based on safety concerns? Patch readers have been weighing in. What do you think?

Thursday Closings and Delays in Alexandria

Alexandria still dealing with snow, frigid temperatures.

Wednesday Closures and Delays in Alexandria

Temperatures expected to continue to drop over night and into Wednesday morning.

Tuesday Closures and Delays in Alexandria

Region is expecting snow throughout the day Tuesday.

Karen Graf Re-Elected Chair of Alexandria School Board

District C member Christopher Lewis becomes new vice chair.

Friday Closures and Delays in Alexandria

More than 2 inches of snow fell in Alexandria on Thursday night.

Marching Titans Ready for Sugar Bowl

T.C. Williams marching band will perform with other high school bands at halftime of Thursday's bowl game.

Marching Titans Seek Last-Minute Donations for Sugar Bowl Trip

T.C. Williams marching band will perform at halftime of the Jan. 2 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans.

Two FCPS Employees Charged with Embezzlement, Money Laundering

Bethany Speed, an administrative assistant at Stuart High School, and Sonya Swansbrough, principal of Poe Middle School, allegedly embezzled more than $100,000 over the last three years.

Despite Projected $140-Million Deficit, FCPS Superintendent Proposes Teacher Pay Raises

The pay hikes will likely cost the district around $42 million on top of the projected deficit of $140 million.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Fairfax School Board Members Oppose Potential Budget Cuts

Class sizes, foreign language programs and keeping counselors part of the discussion at FCPS budget work session.