Home
Hero Slideshow
2022-23 Free & Reduced Meal Application & CEP Survey
Answer three short questions on the 2022-23 Family Income Form and help your school get needed resources.
JH_group_of_students_smiling.jpg
JH_students_in_class_with_mask.jpg
Welcome & Quicklinks Navigation
Jefferson-Houston PreK–8 IB School
welcome to
ACPS places racial equity at the center of everything that we do as a school division. This challenges us to ensure our students are engaged in classroom instruction and have access to the educational resources needed to enhance their learning experiences. We will ensure that our schools are a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for all.
News & Events
Featured news
![The Titan Class of 2022 received their diplomas during a graduation ceremony on June 4, 2022, at George Mason University’s Ea]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1655755883/acpsk12vaus/lpr3qna3l7emuiny9jrk/graduation-1536x1152.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1655755883/acpsk12vaus/lpr3qna3l7emuiny9jrk/graduation-1536x1152.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1655755883/acpsk12vaus/lpr3qna3l7emuiny9jrk/graduation-1536x1152.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1655755883/acpsk12vaus/lpr3qna3l7emuiny9jrk/graduation-1536x1152.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1655755883/acpsk12vaus/lpr3qna3l7emuiny9jrk/graduation-1536x1152.jpg","width":1536}])
The Titan Class of 2022 received their diplomas during a graduation ceremony on June 4, 2022, at George Mason University’s EagleBank Arena, returning to its pre-pandemic venue for the first time since 2019. Alexandria City High School’s (ACHS) 809 graduating seniors are the first to graduate from ACHS since its name change became official in July 2021
Post
![The final Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) staff to be recognized with a Vision, Integrity and Passion (VIP) Award for t]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1655757111/acpsk12vaus/gngcgzqpl0pszymt13lz/final-VIP-256x256.jpg","width":256}])
The final Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) staff to be recognized with a Vision, Integrity and Passion (VIP) Award for the 2021-22 academic year have been selected. Three recipients in the leadership category have been singled out for their dedication and achievement..
Calendar
There are no events to display
Calendar
There are no events to display
Post
![Apply to Serve on a School Board Language Advisory Committee]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212796/acpsk12vaus/uw8fmky5waebzsu1zph7/painting.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212796/acpsk12vaus/uw8fmky5waebzsu1zph7/painting.jpg","width":308}])
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consec tetur adipis cing elit, sed do eius mod tempor inci didunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim.
Feel Good Stories
![Testimonial title 1]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/gbwb3r584ptn2mbkafz0/dm_first_day_2021-93711.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/gbwb3r584ptn2mbkafz0/dm_first_day_2021-93711.jpg","width":457}])
Laura Smith
I love going to school, it;s so much fun and seeing my friends is always great !! I can’t wait to see the teachers as they are all so kind and friendly...
![Testimonial title 2]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648800904/acpsk12vaus/ml5hinaioahl6sqlwdhy/firstdayschool-63891.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648800904/acpsk12vaus/ml5hinaioahl6sqlwdhy/firstdayschool-63891.png","width":457}])
Emma Ricken
School is so much fun, I love it and I wanna be a person who does sports, maybe a swimmer.
![Testimonial title 3]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212796/acpsk12vaus/hzsro2ouab6ke2wytsxf/main_news.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212796/acpsk12vaus/hzsro2ouab6ke2wytsxf/main_news.jpg","width":502}])
Author Name
This is summary text, lorem ipsum lorem ipsum lorem ipsum lorem ipsum lorem ipsum lorem ipsum.
Our Core Values
In all we do, the ACPS learning community
strives to live these core values. We are…
![Teacher hugging students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":1536}])
We take active steps to ensure all stakeholders feel welcomed in schools. We embrace everyone who comes through our doors and respect our differences.
![Equity-Focused]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/b7mhc7qhviwxqny4kcol/equity_focused.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/b7mhc7qhviwxqny4kcol/equity_focused.jpg","width":373}])
We actively work to remove barriers to educational access.
![Empowering]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/jqj9hjmgsbkwqo94robi/empowering.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/jqj9hjmgsbkwqo94robi/empowering.jpg","width":373}])
We inspire each student and staff member to thrive to their best abilities.
![Innovative]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212796/acpsk12vaus/soweqbxstpsbdsom3gyn/welcoming.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212796/acpsk12vaus/soweqbxstpsbdsom3gyn/welcoming.jpg","width":372}])
We take initiative to solve problems in the classroom and across the system.
We set ambitious goals to learn, grow and achieve at high levels.
Custom Announcement
Welcome to the soft launch of the new ACPS website! Our dedicated team has worked hard to migrate information from the previous site, enhancing the design and improving the functionality along the way. We will continue preparing the website for the first day of school on August 22, 2022— we appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to roll out new content and features.
Your comments, questions and feedback are appreciated—contact us through the appropriate form