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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.
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![Prosperity, Power and Progress: ACPS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694710862/acpsk12vaus/i56lwas44oi05tufaz8q/NHHM.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694710862/acpsk12vaus/i56lwas44oi05tufaz8q/NHHM.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694710862/acpsk12vaus/i56lwas44oi05tufaz8q/NHHM.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1694710862/acpsk12vaus/i56lwas44oi05tufaz8q/NHHM.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694710862/acpsk12vaus/i56lwas44oi05tufaz8q/NHHM.jpg","width":1400}])
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 to celebrate the culture of Americans whose ancestors came from the Caribbean and Central and South America, Mexico and Spain.
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![School Board Summary for Sept. 21, 2023]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694791020/acpsk12vaus/mmqp0u8u61piql71nl45/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694791020/acpsk12vaus/mmqp0u8u61piql71nl45/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694791020/acpsk12vaus/mmqp0u8u61piql71nl45/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1694791020/acpsk12vaus/mmqp0u8u61piql71nl45/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694791020/acpsk12vaus/mmqp0u8u61piql71nl45/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":1400}])
At its meeting on Sept. 21, 2023, the Alexandria City School Board adopted the FY 2025 Budget Calendar and addressed the High School Project recommendations, a safety and security update and policy revisions.
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![September 2023 Student and Staff Recognitions]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695151402/acpsk12vaus/jcgmnwkoetbdkrq1nzpb/studentandstaffrecognitions.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695151402/acpsk12vaus/jcgmnwkoetbdkrq1nzpb/studentandstaffrecognitions.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695151402/acpsk12vaus/jcgmnwkoetbdkrq1nzpb/studentandstaffrecognitions.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1695151402/acpsk12vaus/jcgmnwkoetbdkrq1nzpb/studentandstaffrecognitions.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695151402/acpsk12vaus/jcgmnwkoetbdkrq1nzpb/studentandstaffrecognitions.jpg","width":1400}])
September recognitions within ACPS highlight the hard work of our students and staff as they are honored for their achievements and community service.
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![Parents, don't let language be a barrier: take advantage of the benefits of free or reduced price meals (Spanish)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695389356/acpsk12vaus/le4gfhnfdgaiyke7wlyt/reduced-esp-TH.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695389356/acpsk12vaus/le4gfhnfdgaiyke7wlyt/reduced-esp-TH.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695389356/acpsk12vaus/le4gfhnfdgaiyke7wlyt/reduced-esp-TH.jpg","width":800}])
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.
![Results-Driven]([{"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}])
We set ambitious goals to learn, grow and achieve at high levels.