Arlington Public Schools

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APS Live lotteries for all PreK–12th-grade option school programs and transfers took place today, February 7, 2025! Lottery results will be available on the SchoolMint platform, log in to check the status. Contact the APS Welcome Center for questions: 703-228-8000, option 1

❄️ CODE 2: Due to the winter weather advisory and the potential for icy conditions during the morning commute, all APS schools and offices will open two hours late tomorrow, Thu, Feb. 6, 2025. Learn More ➡️ l8r.it/uf6n

Applications for the 2025 Honored Citizens are currently open. The SB seeks to acknowledge individuals who have made exceptional voluntary contributions to APS schools each year. We encourage you to nominate outstanding community members for this prestigious award.

🎉 February is School Board Appreciation Month! 🎉 We honor over 800 SB members across VA for their dedication to public education. This month, we’re spotlighting our amazing Board Members! Learn more here: 🔗 apsva.us/arlington-scho…

APS proudly kicks off Black History Month! This year’s theme, African Americans and Labor, honors the vital contributions of Black workers. Follow #APSBlackHistory & join us at the Feb. 13 School Board meeting as we celebrate “Models of Excellence” students! #OneTeamOneAPS

Looking for something fun to do tonight? Join us at the Summer Activities Fair! 🌸✨ Explore exciting clubs, programs, and events happening this season. When: January 27, 2025 📍 Where: Wakefield High School, 325 S. Dinwiddie St, Arlington VA 22206 ⏰ Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Meet our January #APSAllStars! 🌟 From building trust to fostering excellence, these five exceptional team members make a lasting impact every day. Learn more about their amazing work and nominate your own All Star: l8r.it/civQ #OneTeamOneAPS

🍽️ Stay on top of your student’s meals with MealViewer! 🍴 Visit your school’s webpage or district website to view the menu: l8r.it/rbAI 🍴 Download the MealViewer app on your mobile device. 🍴 Select your school for quick, easy access to daily meal options!

❄️ Due to the cold weather advisory for the morning, all APS schools will open two hours late tomorrow, Wed, Jan. 22, 2025. ❄️ All 12-month employees should report on time. Read More: apsva.us/health-safety/…

🎉 Congratulations to Gerri Maskelony from @APSCareerCenter on receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math & Science Teaching! Her creative, project-based approach inspires students to explore real-world data & make STEM inclusive. 🌟 #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS

The application window for APS lotteries for all PreK-12 option schools, programs, and transfers closes next Friday, January 24, 2025. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore options for your student's education! For more details, visit: apsva.us/school-options/

CODE 2: All APS schools and offices will open two hours late tomorrow, Thu, Jan. 9, 2025. The Extended Day program will also open two hours late and morning field trips are canceled. ❄️ Please use extra caution when travelling to and from school tomorrow.

CODE 1: Due to persistent hazardous conditions on side streets, sidewalks and parking lots near our school sites, all APS schools and offices will be closed on Wed, Jan. 8., 2025. ❄️ Learn more about APS Winter Weather Procedures: l8r.it/RhqB

CODE 1: Due to the extended Winter Storm Warning and icy conditions in the forecast for tomorrow, all APS schools and offices will be closed on Tue, Jan. 7, 2025.  ❄️ Learn more about APS Winter Weather Procedures: l8r.it/yK9n

CODE 1 Due to the Winter Storm Warning in effect for Arlington tomorrow, all APS schools and offices will be closed on Mon, Jan. 6, 2025. Activities, games, team practices, field trips, adult education classes, and programs in schools and on school grounds are canceled.

🎉🎶 Big news! The Yorktown HS Choir won the 97.1 Wash-FM Christmas Choir Contest! Out of 300 choirs, they earned the top spot, $5,000, and will perform at The Warner Theatre before The Nutcracker. Congrats to Ms. Mullins & the choir! 👏 #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS

Congratulations to our new @APSVaSchoolBd members! Kathleen Clark was sworn in at Cardinal Elementary, and Zuraya Tapia-Hadley at Claremont Immersion School. Their terms begin on Jan. 1. We look forward to their leadership. #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS

📢 Ready to kickstart your child’s educational journey? Watch our Early Childhood Information Video to learn about Pre-K opportunities at APS! 🌟 🎥 Watch now: l8r.it/H4MX 🔗 Learn more: l8r.it/wca0 #EarlyChildhood #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome

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