Arlington Public Schools

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⚠️ Weather Alert: Arlington County is under a Tornado Watch through 10 p.m. today. Severe storms, damaging winds and heavy rain are possible this afternoon and evening. Please stay weather aware, use caution when traveling and be prepared to seek shelter if a warning is issued. Stay safe, APS.

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Bus schedules are coming TOMORROW! Ready to find out your student’s bus information? Bus route schedules will be available in ParentVUE beginning Thu, Aug. 20. But first: Have you completed your Back-to-School Packet? Packet first. Bus information next. More ↗️ https://bit.ly/4gkoGPM

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⚠️ Power Outage: Yorktown, Williamsburg, Tuckahoe and Discovery are experiencing a power outage affecting power, internet service and phone lines. For immediate assistance reaching these schools, call 703-228-8000 and press option 9. We will continue to monitor. Thank you.

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Congratulations to Discovery Elementary teacher Samantha Tramack on making barbershop history! 🎶 On July 4, her quartet, GQ, became the first all-female group to win the Barbershop Harmony Society International Quartet Championship. Congrats! #OneTeamOneAPS

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APS is monitoring the potential for severe weather this afternoon and evening. Summer programming and school operations will continue as scheduled at this time. If you plan to visit a school or APS office, please call ahead before traveling. Stay weather aware and travel safely.

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Due to today's Code Purple Air Quality Alert, all APS-sponsored outdoor activities will be moved indoors or canceled. Families should check with their event organizer or school contact for updates regarding specific activities.

Today is the first day of Summer School at APS, where students will continue their learning, exploring, building confidence and preparing for a strong start to the new school year. Please help keep everyone safe by slowing down, staying alert and watching for students! Have a great first day!

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Dangerously hot conditions are expected in Arlington, with heat index values that may exceed 105°F on Wed, July 1, and Thu, July 2. For heat safety tips, cooling resources and information, visit Arlington County's Hot Weather Tips for Keeping Cool webpage: https://bit.ly/3ViTGFw Stay safe!

This image is an "Excessive Heat Warning" notice. It alerts residents of Arlington to potential heat index temperatures of 105°F or more on Wednesday and Thursday. Tips to stay cool include drinking plenty of water, taking breaks in the shade or air conditioning, wearing lightweight clothing, limiting outdoor activities in the hottest part of the day, never leaving children or pets in parked cars, and recognizing heat exhaustion symptoms. Graphics include a sun wearing sunglasses, a thermometer, water bottle, shaded umbrella, clock, and a medical cross.

Due to the forecast for high temperatures and heat index values, all APS-sponsored outdoor activities are canceled on Wed, July 1, and Thu, July 2. Families should contact their activity or program coordinator directly with questions about schedules, cancellations or alternative arrangements.

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Over the past two weeks, we have had the privilege of introducing you to just a few of the remarkable members of the Class of 2026. Thank you for inspiring us. We are proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see where your next chapter leads. Congratulations, graduates! #APSGrads26

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Four Arlington Tech seniors partnered with AETV as student producers, taking the lead on planning, filming, editing, captioning and distributing video content for APS. Congratulations to Bela, Chase, Finn and Lauren. We wish them continued success as they pursue their next chapter. #APSGrads26

Four people are posing together outdoors, each holding a pennant representing different universities. The pennants are for Syracuse University, Virginia Commonwealth University, and New York University. The backdrop has text with a banner reading "Class of 2026" and "From students to storytellers." Additional text at the bottom highlights how Arlington Tech's Capstone Experience helped these individuals transform their passion into professional work that informed and connected the APS community.