We know transportation has been a challenge. Here is an update on where things stand and what's to come. www.acpsschoolboard.com/post/redistr...

Redistricting and Transportation: What We Heard and What Comes Next

Explore the latest on transportation challenges and solutions from Alexandria City Public Schools. Learn how transportation issues are being addressed.

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Alexandria improved on every state test and moved ahead of Virginia in one subject

Alexandria improved on every state test and moved ahead of Virginia in one subject

History pass rates rose 9 points, putting ACPS above the statewide average after two years behind it. In reading, math and science the division remains 11 to 15 points back.

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Happy first day of school!

Pure gold from Brian Curtis. www.theringer.com/2026/08/19/n...

Why the Most Urgent Threat to America Is Actually a Bee

The giant, coordinated movement against them is not enough. Just ask these extremely credible experts.

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Everyone in the #ALXskeets group, please read this

The Alexandria Brief@alexandriabrief.com · 4mo ago

Publisher's Note: No one took the easy route

If anyone was watching the Board meeting, I snuck in a shout out to the bike buses at our schools before power went down on our meeting. Keep up the great work @phk8bikebus.bsky.social @ibikedhere1.bsky.social

Alexandria's school board adopted its FY27 budget tonight, 8-1. $371M operating budget, 1.5% city increase, 56 positions cut, and a 1.25% raise that falls short of what the board first negotiated. Abdalla the lone no vote on both budget items.

The Alexandria Brief@alexandriabrief.com · 4mo ago

Alexandria school board adopts FY 2027 budget after a difficult fiscal year

If you’ve ever sent me an email, caught me on the sidelines of a soccer game, or complained about ACPS on this app, you MUST contribute to our superintendent search. In person at Minnie tomorrow night and virtual survey options (til 6/12) can be found here: www.acps.k12.va.us/about-us/exp...

Share Your Voice in the Search for the Next ACPS Superintendent

Share your input on the search for the next ACPS superintendent.

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Community calls for trust, transparency, and a strong advocate in next ACPS superintendent

Community calls for trust, transparency, and a strong advocate in next ACPS superintendent

HYA opens engagement sessions with virtual forum Thursday; in-person session set for June 10

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Who’s excited for the Derby? This guy 👇👇

Still got it. Also, calm down watch

I wrote something about Tuesday and why it’s a day off for ACPS students. Check it out: www.acpsschoolboard.com/post/why-apr...

Why April 21 Is a Non-School Day

You may have heard that Alexandria City Public Schools has designated April 21 as a non-school day for students. I want to take a few minutes to explain that decision directly — what went into it, why...

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I just received notification from my computer that zoom has accessed my screen 7620 times in the last 90 days. Is that bad?

@beckyhammer.bsky.social did your ears just perk up? Stormwater management just name dropped at the School Board meeting. Volunteers have helped lead nature walks at Ben Brenman for 7th grade ecology field trips.

I’ve heard recent comments that folks are concerned about the growth of ACPS central office, so I decided to dig in more to see where the budget growth has come in the last five years. What I found may surprise. Take a look at my new blog: www.acpsschoolboard.com/post/topic-d...

Topic Deep Dive: Where Your School Dollars Are Actually Going

Using five years of budget data spanning FY 2023 through the proposed FY 2027 budget, I'll walk you through what's actually driving our spending and staffing changes. The findings may surprise you.

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Two FF signs on Braddock already 🤦‍♂️

Dancing Moka Pots is unbeatable #openingceremony

ACPS board member Ryan Reyna asked the district tonight to consider adding snow days to future calendars, citing the challenges families faced with virtual learning during the recent storm. "Our teachers teach best and our students learn best when they're physically together in a classroom."

Question for my ALX skeeters (both parents and non parents): if I tried to organize a shovel crew to help get our buses out of the ice this weekend so that we can be in person next week, would anyone show? Mattocks and shovels welcome

ICYMI: Students led the conversation at a town hall at Alexandria City High School earlier this month, joined by School Board Member Abdulahi Abdalla and Council Member Canek Aguirre. Grateful for student voice and engagement. www.acpsschoolboard.com/post/01-09-2...

Michelle Kang with #Spirit announcement on Spirit YouTube page at 6p. Wish it was an announcement to build a massive training facility in ALX, but I’ll settle for locking up Rodman for the next 4 years. www.youtube.com/user/Washing...

Washington Spirit

Official Youtube channel for the Washington Spirit of the National Women's Soccer League The Washington Spirit is a founding club in its 11th season of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), prou...

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Last week’s School Board work session focused on how Virginia funds public schools. Ahead of tomorrow’s FY27 Combined Funds Budget presentation, we’re sharing a breakdown of what that system means for Alexandria families. www.acpsschoolboard.com/post/why-vir...

Why Virginia’s School Funding Formula Matters for Alexandria

Virginia’s school funding formula plays a major role in class sizes, staffing, and student supports in Alexandria City Public Schools. This explainer breaks down how the Standards of Quality (SOQ) and...

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I’m excited to endorse @kirkmcpike.bsky.social. He’s been a great colleague and I know he will work tirelessly to bring forward ideas that benefit Alexandria and the Commonwealth as a whole.

R. Kirk McPike@kirkmcpike.bsky.social · 9mo ago

I was proud to launch my campaign on Wednesday with the endorsement of our Congressman, Don Beyer. Today I'm proud to announce even more endorsements from local elected officials and leaders in the House of Delegates!

I was proud to launch my campaign on Wednesday with the endorsement of our Congressman, Don Beyer. Today I'm proud to announce even more endorsements from local elected officials and leaders in the House of Delegates!

ACPS School Board launches new website to improve transparency

ACPS School Board launches new website to improve transparency

The site aims to make board decisions and processes easier for residents to follow

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Is being a top 10% traveler from DCA on American in 2025 a win or a loss?

I couldn’t agree with this more. Thank you for saying this @ryanbelmore.bsky.social. It’s a large part of why I ran. Not everyone has the time or interest in serving that way. EVERYONE can serve in some way. Just show up.

The Alexandria Brief@alexandriabrief.com · 10mo ago

New state data. Lots of opinions. One question nobody's asking: What can I do?

New state data. Lots of opinions. One question nobody's asking: What can I do?

Publisher's Note: The kids are listening

Neighborhoods are built by people who show up, not people with opinions.

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What’s a “wild goose case”? Wrong answers only @beckyhammer.bsky.social @oconnell.bsky.social

Becky Hammer@beckyhammer.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Happy snowy Friday, Alexandria! @oconnell.bsky.social and I have a new issue of ALXtra for you to read while you drink your hot cocoa, including thoughts on the local economy, an excessive number of jokes about Arlington, and a very special gift guide:

For all you school calendar heads out there, the next 3 proposed calendars just dropped. Send all your missives to ask@acps.k12.va.us. And remember to thank the educators, parents, and students that developed these proposals. go.boarddocs.com/va/acps/Boar...