Fairfax Schools Facing $140 Million Shortfall

School board work session expected to suggest big cuts for FY2015.

Scholarship Fund of Alexandria Telethon Set for Sunday

The Scholarship Fund of Alexandria has raised more than $10 million in scholarships in the last three decades.

Fairfax County Public Schools Teacher Named Virginia Teacher of the Year

Melissa Porfirio, a first-grade teacher at Crestwood Elementary School in Springfield, was selected for the award out of eight teachers in the state.

ACPS Names New Interim Superintendent

Alvin Crawley most recently served as an interim superintendent for Prince George's County Public Schools.

Construction on New School Could Start in 2015

Community members invited to give suggestions, feedback on whether to build new or renovate the existing Patrick Henry Elementary School.

K-8 Plans for Patrick Henry Elementary—Learn More

ACPS to Consolidate Central Office Staff With Move to Braddock Place

Alexandria City Public Schools will move into a new central office in June 2014.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Letter to the Editor: Morton Sherman, A Vision to Close the Achievement Gap

A former School Board chairman and an official with Tenants and Workers United say we are beginning to see the results of five years of work; now is not the time to take a step back.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

T.C. Williams Falls in Reading, Writing but Improves in Math SOLs

Alexandria's only public high school followed statewide trends in many of its recent Standards of Learning test results.

After-School Program Slots Available in Power-Up, Power-On

The city's Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities oversees the programs, which offer after school programming until 6 p.m.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Volunteers Needed for ACPS Back-to-School Night

John Adams Elementary Gets New Principal

Lakesha Covert was previously a principal in New Carrollton, Md.

Bishop Ireton Appoints New Head of School

Thomas Curry began his tenure at Bishop Ireton on Wednesday.

Virginia Sales Tax Holiday: Ready to Buy Your School Supplies?

Shoes, backpacks and many other items can be purchased tax-free during Virginia's latest tax-free holiday initiative.

Alexandria City Public Schools 2013 Back-to-School Nights

Alexandria City Public Schools host back-to-school nights throughout August and September.

When Does School Start in the City of Alexandria?

Alexandria City Public Schools operate on both traditional and modified academic calendars.

Alexandria City Public Schools Supply Lists

School supply lists for every Alexandria elementary school and middle school.

Donate School Supplies at West End Area Businesses

Stocking Up on School Supplies? It's Tax Free in Virginia

Water Main Break: Polk Elementary Students Moving to Patrick Henry

Students are switching schools due to a water main break north of Taney Avenue.

Alexandria Schools: Enrollment Increases Could Stabilize

Beauregard redevelopment will affect number of students attending school in the city’s West End.

T.C. Williams Student Newspaper Prepares for Coming Year

Theogony is T.C. Williams High School’s student-run media organization.

Francis Hammond 1 Principal Resigns

Blanche Maness will serve as acting principal after departure of Benjamin Costa.

Bike to School Day is Wednesday

Be on the lookout Wednesday for students ditching four wheels for two.

Douglas MacArthur Kids Celebrate Earth Month

Students earn points for bringing in recyclables.

'The Wiz' Wows Crowds at High School

T.C. Williams High School conducted the performance.

T.C. Crew Holds Barbecue, Bluegrass Fundraiser

Event will be held May 3 at the Old Dominion Boat Club.

Register for Fall Classes at NoVa Community College

Registration starts May 3 at Northern Virginia Community College.

ACPS Hosts Chinese 7th Graders

The event is part of a cultural exchange program with Yew Chung International School.

ACPS Adopts $245 Million Budget for Fiscal Year 2014

The budget represents a 2.4-percent increase over the prior budget.

St. Stephen’s Softball Pitcher Approaches Milestone

Alexis Sargent is getting ready for 1,000 career strikeouts.

T.C. Williams Tennis Courts Could Come in 2014

Tennis teams currently can't practice at the high school.

T.C. Williams Titan Expo to be May 5

Event includes used book sale, games, music, more.

Alexandria Teacher Receives Accolades

The Washington Post Co. has awarded a teacher with the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home School a 2013 Agnes Meyer award for performance as an outstanding teacher.

ACPS Middle School Official Leaves for Ohio

Gregory Hutchings has accepted a job as superintendent of Shaker Heights Schools.

ACPS Releases 2013-2014 School Calendars

Traditional schools will start Sept. 3, while modified calendar schools will start Aug. 1.