Help keep APS students safe on their way to and from school by joining the Arlington County Police Department as a School Crossing Guard. Flexible part-time schedules are available. Apply now to become a Crossing Guard ↗️ https://bit.ly/3PXYQrP
Dulce Carrillo
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PR4APS. Supervisor of Community Partnerships & Engagement @apsva.us. #OneTeamOneAPS #SchoolPR #EngageAPS @ArlCF Board of Trustees @ArlVaChamber Board #TuVozCuenta OpinionsMyOwn.
Appreciate your steadfast commitment to students.
The @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social has unanimously approved a four-year renewal of @suptduran.apsva.us's contract, extending his leadership through 2030. The renewal provides continuity as APS continues advancing its Strategic Plan and building on student success. Read more ↗️ https://bit.ly/4vTbKXX
Grateful for dedicated leadership. #EveryAPSstudent
The Arlington School Board has selected Miranda Turner as Chair and Kathleen Clark as Vice Chair for 2026-27. Their terms begin immediately and continue through June 30, 2027. Read more: https://bit.ly/4vd7qBz
Congratulations to my amazing @DreamProject mentee & scholarship recipient. Your hard work paid off! @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social #EveryAPSstudent
Congratulations to ACHS student scholarship recipients & gratitude to generous donors! @achs-aps.bsky.social @apsva.us #OneTeamOneAPS @apsstudentservices.bsky.social #EveryAPSstudents @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
Class speaker @achs-aps.bsky.social and student with the highest GPA achieved! @apsva.us #OneTeamOneAPS @apsstudentservices.bsky.social #EveryAPSstudents @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
Graduation season is here! Proud @achs-aps.bsky.social students have achieved and are ready for what lies ahead! @apsva.us #OneTeamOneAPS @apsstudentservices.bsky.social #EveryAPSstudents @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
Reading to delightful @barrettaps.bsky.social Kindergarten students is special! The joy & wonder in their eyes is magical. @apsva.us @drsullivan.bsky.social @kwbarrettpta.bsky.social #OneTeamOneAPS #EveryAPSstudent #APSisAwesome
Wonderful student-led tour of @oakridge.apsva.us for Col. Sandoval, Commander of #JBMHH & @suptduran.apsva.us in support of military-connected & ALL students. @apsva.us #OneTeamOneAPS #APSMOMC #MOMC
I would love to hear from potential partners and existing partners to explore ways to strengthen our partnership!
APS is proud to launch the Adopt-a-School program! Through yearlong partnerships, organizations will support student learning, uplift staff and help create stronger, more connected school communities. Learn more and join us ↗️ https://bit.ly/4stIWTf #OneTeamOneAPS
We are proud to celebrate our #APSAllStars for April 2026! ⭐ Cathy Lin, Trades Center ⭐ Tahira Rehman, Oakridge Elementary ⭐ Eric Bowers, Taylor Elementary ⭐ Alesandra Sandin, Yorktown High ⭐ Jen Dodd, Discovery Elementary ⭐ Read more and nominate someone: www.apsva.us/all-stars #OneTeamOneAPS
Supporting all @apsva.us students & families this month and all year round! #MOMC #APSMOMC #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #OneTeamOneAPS
At this evening’s SB meeting, we recognized the Month of the Military Child and celebrated five schools that were recently designated or re-designated as Purple Star Schools. We’re proud to honor the resilience of military-connected students and the schools that support them. 💜⭐
Shout out to @arlingtonva.us County Board for #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild Proclamation in support of @apsva.us students @jdspainsr.bsky.social #MOMC
@apsva.us School & Community Relations staff wear purple in support of military-connected students. #PurpleUp #APSMOMC #MonthOfTheMitaryChild #OneTeamOneAPS
Principal Duncan and staff @wl.apsva.us show off their colors for #PurpleUp Day in support of military-connected students. @apsva.us #MOMC #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #OneTeamOneAPS
Booming energy @swanson.apsva.us with US Marines Drill Team performing for a full auditorium on #PurpleUp Day. @apsva.us #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #APSMOMC #OneSchoolOneAPS
Love how Swanson students filled the auditorium with so much energy and support for their classmates!
Celebrating #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild at @swanson.apsva.us with eighth grade students captivated by Col. (Ret.) Adrienne Schaffer and the amazing US Marines Drill team. #OneTeamOneAPS
Today I got to read to Ms. Torres’ wonderful class @barrettaps.bsky.social for #WomenHistoryMonth @drgabyrivas.bsky.social #KWBpride #EveryAPSstudent #OneTeamOneAPS @apsva.us
Public Schools Week Message from the Superintendent - Arlington Public Schools
This week, APS is celebrating Public Schools Week and the significant role public education plays in our community.
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We're celebrating Public Schools Week next week! 🎉 APS is celebrating the people, partnerships and practices that make our schools and our community stronger every day. We want to hear from you. Share why you love APS! #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS #PublicSchoolsWeek
We appreciate our amazing volunteers and partners! @barrettaps.bsky.social @drsullivan.bsky.social @kwbarrettpta.bsky.social #APSisAwesome
Across APS, volunteers and community partners help expand opportunities, build connections and create meaningful experiences for students, staff and families. Their time, talent and care strengthen our schools. ➡️ Read today’s full story: https://bit.ly/4tYLxqh #PSW26 #OneTeamOneAPS
In support of #PublicSchoolsWeek, share one thing you love about @apsva.us!
Today’s #PSW26 theme: Celebrating Our Educators 🍎 APS teachers show up every day to help students learn, grow and succeed. We asked them why they choose to teach at APS. Read their stories: https://bit.ly/4tYLxqh #OneTeamOneAPS
Nominate a great APS volunteer by 3/13!
Do you know an outstanding APS volunteer who goes above and beyond? 🌟 The SB is accepting nominations for the 2026 Honored Citizen Award! Recognize someone who exemplifies our core values & makes a big impact across APS. Submit your nomination by March 13! Learn more: www.apsva.us/arlington-sc...
Do you know an outstanding APS volunteer who goes above and beyond? 🌟 The SB is accepting nominations for the 2026 Honored Citizen Award! Recognize someone who exemplifies our core values & makes a big impact across APS. Submit your nomination by March 13! Learn more: www.apsva.us/arlington-sc...
Reading to bright PreK students @drew.apsva.us for #BlackHistoryMonth is a wonderful treat! 👏 #APSBHM #OneTeamOneAPS #EveryAPSstudent #APSisAwesome @apsva.us @suptduran.apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
Arlington is conducting a survey to understand the community’s satisfaction with County services and programs. Zilo is reaching out via direct mail, email, and social media. If you receive the survey, please take a few minutes to complete it -- your response matters. More: https://bit.ly/4tLYLGY
Arlington Measuring Community Satisfaction in County Services
Arlington County is conducting its seventh Countywide, statistically valid community survey to understand the community’s satisfaction with County services and programs, as well as overall perceptions...
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Mark your calendar for the Feel the Heritage Festival — a joyful gathering for all ages to celebrate culture, history, and community at Charles Drew Community Center on Feb. 21! Reserve your spot today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-feel-the-heritage-festival-tickets-1980568701301
2026 Feel the Heritage Festival
Arlington's 31st annual Feel the Heritage Festival will be held on Sat., Feb. 21, 2025 from noon-5 p.m. at Charles Drew Community Center.
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Join the Children and Youth Well-Being Network In-Person Meeting on Feb. 24 as we create a County-wide plan to address Children and Youth Well-Being. All Arlington youth & adults, service providers, community organizations & business owners are welcome! https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/16252428
Children and Youth Well-being Plan Network In-Person Meeting
We are in-person for our February Meeting The purpose of the Children and Youth Well-Being Network is to create the vision and roadmap for the community wide plan. This will...
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Nominate an excellent APS volunteer!
📢 Know an outstanding volunteer who has dedicated 5+ years to APS? Someone who’s a role model for parents, students & the community? Nominate them as a 2025 Honored Citizen! 🏅 Submit your nomination here: www.apsva.us/arlington-sc...