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APS is a diverse and inclusive school community, committed to academic excellence and integrity. #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS
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Reminder: There is no school for students tomorrow, Fri. Jan. 30, 2026. It is a Grade Preparation Day for teachers and a workday for all staff. Telework-eligible staff may work remotely.

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January 29, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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Visited our schools this week to check on snow and ice removal progress. Huge shoutout to our incredible crews working tirelessly around the clock! 🙌 Grateful for their dedication and hard work! ❄️💪 #CommunityHeroes #SafetyFirst #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome
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January 29, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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CODE 1: All APS schools and offices will remain closed tomorrow, Thu, Jan. 29, 2026. Crews have been working hard to prepare schools to open as quickly and safely as possible.

Fri. remains a Grade Preparation Day. There is no school for students.

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January 28, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Snow days bring out creativity and a lot of fun for our APS students ❄️📸
From snowmen to shovels, our community shares how students are spending this week so far.

👉 Explore the full gallery: https://www.apsva.us/post/fun-in-the-snow/

#APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS
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January 28, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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CODE 1: All APS schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Wed, Jan. 28, 2026. Freezing temperatures and icy roads, parking lots and sidewalks continue to make travel unsafe. Student and staff safety remains our top priority.

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January 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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CODE 1: Due to the accumulation of ice and snow, all APS schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Tue, Jan. 27, 2026.

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January 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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CODE 1: Due to the winter storm, all APS schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Mon, Jan. 26, 2026.

More ➡️ https://www.apsva.us/health-safety/emergency-alerts/
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January 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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❄️ Share your snow day photos with us! Post them in the comments or share them here ➡️ https://form.jotform.com/260218289470157

#OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome
January 25, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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❄️ All APS buildings will close at 5 p.m. on Sat, Jan. 24, 2026, and remain closed all day on Sun, Jan. 25. All school-based activities during this time are canceled. Activities scheduled before 5 p.m. on Saturday will continue as planned.

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January 23, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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🌟 The @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social celebrates 29 exceptional educators who have achieved or maintained their National Board Certification! 🎓 This gold standard of excellence honors their dedication and strengthens our schools.

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#NationalBoardCertified #OneTeamOneAPS
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January 23, 2026 at 12:56 AM
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APS to provide free grab-and-go meals ahead of winter storm.

📆 Tomorrow, Fri, Jan. 23
⏰ 3 – 5 p.m.
📍 Thomas Jefferson Community Center, Door 12 (3501 2nd St. S.)

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January 22, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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APS Chief of Staff, Brian Stockton, was awarded the Justice in Action Award by Arlington County at the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute. It honors his work as a change maker for students, reflecting Dr. King’s principles of service, equality, justice and shared purpose. #OneTeamOneAPS #MLKDay
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January 20, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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Congrats to our Jan. 2026 #APSAllStars. We celebrate Raphael Villacrusis, Rosa Segovia, Ken Diaz, Samantha Dudding and Randall Stewart for their dedication, kindness and impact.

Read their stories 🔗 https://bit.ly/45kkQSm
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January 17, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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Deadline today at 4 p.m.❗Applications for APS Options Schools, Programs and Transfers for the 2026-27 school year close today, Jan. 16. Apply now! www.apsva.us/school-options
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Home Option Schools and Programs Option Schools and Programs APS offers an array of "option school" programs as alternatives to designated neighborhood schools. Interested families/students must complete an online application during the application win...
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January 16, 2026 at 6:13 PM
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⏰ 2 Days Left! The deadline to apply for APS PreK-12th grade Option Schools, Programs, and Transfers is January 16 at 4 p.m. Don’t miss your chance, apply now! www.apsva.us/school-options/
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Home Option Schools and Programs Option Schools and Programs APS offers an array of "option school" programs as alternatives to designated neighborhood schools. Interested families/students must complete an online application during the application win...
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January 14, 2026 at 4:41 PM
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📚 Course Planning For Guardians on SchooLinks Webinar – Tonight!

Middle School: 6–7 p.m.
High School: 7 – 8 p.m.

Join us to learn how to plan your courses for next year! Don’t miss it – click here to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/83736360716#success
January 13, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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It is Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week. Help us thank the amazing leaders who support our students and staff every day.

✉️ Send a free eGreeting: https://www.apsva.us/post/celebrating-virginia-school-principals-appreciation-week/

#PrincipalsAppreciationWeek #OneTeamOneAPS
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January 12, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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🌞 Get Excited! The APS Summer Activities Fair is happening next week!
Join us to explore summer programs, camps, and activities for students of all ages!

📅 Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 Wakefield High School

🔗 Learn more: www.apsva.us/summer-activities-fair/
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Home Summer Activities Fair Summer Activities Fair An annual event hosted by Arlington Public Schools (APS) and the Arlington County Council of PTAs (CCPTA), the fair invites all families to explore a wide range of summer opportunities. Save the Date: V...
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January 6, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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✨ Applications are OPEN for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the H-B Woodlawn Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtu.be/y4DVFcmlP8k?si=cMdSQ5pQUJJ_njZc
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
HB Woodlawn Information Session 2025
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December 31, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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✨ Applications are OPEN for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the Montessori Public School of Arlington Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.
Watch Video: youtube.com/watch?v=PwN5OKvfeJQ&feature=youtu.be
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
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December 29, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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Across Arlington Public Schools, families, staff, and community partners come together each year to spread kindness, generosity, and care. ❄️❤️

Visit our Family and Community Engagement site to see just a few of the ways APS came together to share holiday cheer! 🎁✨

🔗 www.apsva.us/face/
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Home Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Family and Community Engagement (FACE) 🎁🎉 Celebrating the Generosity of Our APS Community Across Arlington Public Schools, families, staff, and community partners come together each year to uplift one anothe...
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December 26, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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✨ Applications are OPEN for APS Option Schools and Programs.
🎬 Watch the Arlington Tech Information Session and explore one of the many schools you can apply to.

Watch Video: youtu.be/_Mjmtri7otA?si=KlOlEfAF4dAYT7Lm
How to apply: apsva.us/school-options/
Arlington Tech Governor's STEM Academy Virtual Information Night 2025 Meeting Recording
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December 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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🙌🏼 📚 Ashlawn Elementary School has introduced a wonderful new initiative in collaboration with Sunrise Senior Living that brings generations together through the love of reading. Weekly, residents from Sunrise, visit kindergarten classrooms to share stories, laugh, and their passion for learning.

December 23, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Arlington Public Schools invites camps and community organizations to join our Summer Activities Fair on Wednesday, January 14, at Wakefield High School.
🤝 Meet APS families
📣 Promote your programs
Register here: www.apsva.us/summer-activities-fair/
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Home Summer Activities Fair Summer Activities Fair An annual event hosted by Arlington Public Schools (APS) and the Arlington County Council of PTAs (CCPTA), the fair invites all families to explore a wide range of summer opportunities. Save the Date: V...
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December 22, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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🌟 Meet our December All Stars!

Each honoree embodies the spirit of service and collaboration, strengthening the experiences of our community.

Zoe Hu, Swanson
Dr. Kim Jackson-Davis, Langston
Jessica Dvorak, Long Branch
Kay Miller, Montessori
Kerm Towler, Facilities

Congratulations!
Meet Our December 2025 APS All Stars - Arlington Public Schools
Our December APS All Stars go above and beyond to support students, families and colleagues through creativity, compassion and a deep commitment to helping every student thrive.
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December 20, 2025 at 8:45 PM