Express Newsletter
Voices of ACPS
This month, Voices of ACPS emphasizes the division's efforts in recruitment and retention, focusing on equity, inclusion, and a whole-child approach to supporting exceptional staff.
News You Can Use
![2026-27 School Year Calendars Now Available]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770397912/acpsk12vaus/l78zc0jmv3m54eouud3m/2026-27Calendar.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770397912/acpsk12vaus/l78zc0jmv3m54eouud3m/2026-27Calendar.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770397912/acpsk12vaus/l78zc0jmv3m54eouud3m/2026-27Calendar.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770397912/acpsk12vaus/l78zc0jmv3m54eouud3m/2026-27Calendar.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770397912/acpsk12vaus/l78zc0jmv3m54eouud3m/2026-27Calendar.jpg","width":1400}])
The finalized 2026–27 ACPS academic calendars are available for download.
![School Nutrition Special Meal Accommodations for Ramadan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739553702/acpsk12vaus/bsvi9yma0ruennjuislw/meals-web.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739553702/acpsk12vaus/bsvi9yma0ruennjuislw/meals-web.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739553702/acpsk12vaus/bsvi9yma0ruennjuislw/meals-web.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739553702/acpsk12vaus/bsvi9yma0ruennjuislw/meals-web.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739553702/acpsk12vaus/bsvi9yma0ruennjuislw/meals-web.jpg","width":1600}])
ACPS will provide meal accommodations for students observing Ramadan from Feb. 18 to March 19.
![ACPS 2030 Climate Survey]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769792512/acpsk12vaus/uwnkom64rbop2ylo6bjd/ACPS2030SurveyExpressInsiderGraphic--2026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769792512/acpsk12vaus/uwnkom64rbop2ylo6bjd/ACPS2030SurveyExpressInsiderGraphic--2026.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769792512/acpsk12vaus/uwnkom64rbop2ylo6bjd/ACPS2030SurveyExpressInsiderGraphic--2026.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769792512/acpsk12vaus/uwnkom64rbop2ylo6bjd/ACPS2030SurveyExpressInsiderGraphic--2026.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769792512/acpsk12vaus/uwnkom64rbop2ylo6bjd/ACPS2030SurveyExpressInsiderGraphic--2026.jpg","width":1536}])
The ACPS 2030 Climate Survey is open through March 1, 2026.
![Elementary Social Studies Instructional Resource Adoption]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1714675141/acpsk12vaus/zscbqwc0lpcae3ml5k4z/class.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1714675141/acpsk12vaus/zscbqwc0lpcae3ml5k4z/class.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1714675141/acpsk12vaus/zscbqwc0lpcae3ml5k4z/class.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1714675141/acpsk12vaus/zscbqwc0lpcae3ml5k4z/class.webp","width":1200}])
ACPS invites staff, families, and community members to review and provide feedback on proposed elementary social studies instructional materials as part of an RFP process, with the review period open through March 5, 2026.
![Submit Your Poem to the Divisionwide Student Poetry Contest]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1705008758/acpsk12vaus/ojugu8p5u2mpw4hujfek/poetrycontest.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1705008758/acpsk12vaus/ojugu8p5u2mpw4hujfek/poetrycontest.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1705008758/acpsk12vaus/ojugu8p5u2mpw4hujfek/poetrycontest.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1705008758/acpsk12vaus/ojugu8p5u2mpw4hujfek/poetrycontest.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1705008758/acpsk12vaus/ojugu8p5u2mpw4hujfek/poetrycontest.jpg","width":1400}])
Students from grades three through 12 are invited to showcase their creativity by participating in the ACPS Poetry Contest, which runs from Jan. 5–Feb. 28, 2026.
![Calling Future Educators: ACPS Annual Licensed Hiring Fair on March 21, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770396810/acpsk12vaus/dm0t60cwaq4bzdgrdyqo/2026AnnualStaffingFair.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770396810/acpsk12vaus/dm0t60cwaq4bzdgrdyqo/2026AnnualStaffingFair.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770396810/acpsk12vaus/dm0t60cwaq4bzdgrdyqo/2026AnnualStaffingFair.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770396810/acpsk12vaus/dm0t60cwaq4bzdgrdyqo/2026AnnualStaffingFair.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770396810/acpsk12vaus/dm0t60cwaq4bzdgrdyqo/2026AnnualStaffingFair.jpg","width":1400}])
ACPS is recruiting licensed staff who are looking to join a diverse and vibrant workforce.
![Rescheduled: Parent Teacher Association Council (PTAC) Budget Forum Feb. 9, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769789993/acpsk12vaus/tjvpn5ejtqgnzm7cfmop/ForExpress-PTACFeb9.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769789993/acpsk12vaus/tjvpn5ejtqgnzm7cfmop/ForExpress-PTACFeb9.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769789993/acpsk12vaus/tjvpn5ejtqgnzm7cfmop/ForExpress-PTACFeb9.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769789993/acpsk12vaus/tjvpn5ejtqgnzm7cfmop/ForExpress-PTACFeb9.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1769789993/acpsk12vaus/tjvpn5ejtqgnzm7cfmop/ForExpress-PTACFeb9.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769789993/acpsk12vaus/tjvpn5ejtqgnzm7cfmop/ForExpress-PTACFeb9.jpg","width":1800}])
PTAC and ACPS are hosting Partnering for Progress, a dynamic deep dive into the school division’s budget on Feb. 9, 2026.
![Inclement Weather Preparation, Decisions and Communications]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730397803/acpsk12vaus/sgyf3ltsa577onliesri/weather.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730397803/acpsk12vaus/sgyf3ltsa577onliesri/weather.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730397803/acpsk12vaus/sgyf3ltsa577onliesri/weather.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730397803/acpsk12vaus/sgyf3ltsa577onliesri/weather.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730397803/acpsk12vaus/sgyf3ltsa577onliesri/weather.jpg","width":1400}])
Be prepared for inclement weather and frigid temperatures.
![Meet the ACPS Partner: Boolean Girl]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770396288/acpsk12vaus/nggx1rwhqhtcnhowpwzg/BooleanGirl-MeetThePartners.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770396288/acpsk12vaus/nggx1rwhqhtcnhowpwzg/BooleanGirl-MeetThePartners.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770396288/acpsk12vaus/nggx1rwhqhtcnhowpwzg/BooleanGirl-MeetThePartners.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770396288/acpsk12vaus/nggx1rwhqhtcnhowpwzg/BooleanGirl-MeetThePartners.png","width":1200}])
Meet ACPS partner Boolean Girl.
Athletics
![Student Athletics and Activities]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744383208/acpsk12vaus/ryfpvopqnvnohxon3sjt/ACHSTitanSpringSigningDay.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744383208/acpsk12vaus/ryfpvopqnvnohxon3sjt/ACHSTitanSpringSigningDay.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744383208/acpsk12vaus/ryfpvopqnvnohxon3sjt/ACHSTitanSpringSigningDay.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744383208/acpsk12vaus/ryfpvopqnvnohxon3sjt/ACHSTitanSpringSigningDay.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744383208/acpsk12vaus/ryfpvopqnvnohxon3sjt/ACHSTitanSpringSigningDay.jpg","width":1400}])
See what's going on with Titan athletics.
Student/Staff Spotlight
![George Washington Middle School AVID 8 Students Become the Teachers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770394637/acpsk12vaus/gctaikd3hnc6khh4cgnk/AVIDSpotlight.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770394637/acpsk12vaus/gctaikd3hnc6khh4cgnk/AVIDSpotlight.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770394637/acpsk12vaus/gctaikd3hnc6khh4cgnk/AVIDSpotlight.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770394637/acpsk12vaus/gctaikd3hnc6khh4cgnk/AVIDSpotlight.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770394637/acpsk12vaus/gctaikd3hnc6khh4cgnk/AVIDSpotlight.jpg","width":1400}])
GWMS AVID 8 students became the teachers at a WICOR Carnival, leading a hands-on session to share AVID strategies that support student success.
Events
![February 2026 Recognitions and Cultural Observances]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770393638/acpsk12vaus/ejhll92cwv0kufadjvcr/FebCulturalObservances.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770393638/acpsk12vaus/ejhll92cwv0kufadjvcr/FebCulturalObservances.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770393638/acpsk12vaus/ejhll92cwv0kufadjvcr/FebCulturalObservances.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770393638/acpsk12vaus/ejhll92cwv0kufadjvcr/FebCulturalObservances.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770393638/acpsk12vaus/ejhll92cwv0kufadjvcr/FebCulturalObservances.png","width":1400}])
February Cultural Observances and Recognitions.
![February 2026 Community Events]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760693225/acpsk12vaus/e5dc5unotgi2gj7get5n/UpcomingEvents.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760693225/acpsk12vaus/e5dc5unotgi2gj7get5n/UpcomingEvents.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760693225/acpsk12vaus/e5dc5unotgi2gj7get5n/UpcomingEvents.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1760693225/acpsk12vaus/e5dc5unotgi2gj7get5n/UpcomingEvents.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760693225/acpsk12vaus/e5dc5unotgi2gj7get5n/UpcomingEvents.jpg","width":1400}])
Learn about calendar reminders and upcoming community events for February.
School Board Updates
![Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget Development Process]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769185532/acpsk12vaus/rj4lsbkxbkmsbgzljs8b/BudgetGraphic.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769185532/acpsk12vaus/rj4lsbkxbkmsbgzljs8b/BudgetGraphic.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769185532/acpsk12vaus/rj4lsbkxbkmsbgzljs8b/BudgetGraphic.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769185532/acpsk12vaus/rj4lsbkxbkmsbgzljs8b/BudgetGraphic.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769185532/acpsk12vaus/rj4lsbkxbkmsbgzljs8b/BudgetGraphic.jpg","width":1400}])
ACPS is launching the year-long development of the FY 2027 Combined Funds Budget, with multiple School Board sessions and opportunities for families and the community to engage and provide input.
![School Board Meeting Summary: Feb. 5, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724872454/acpsk12vaus/zmxp8hsbbx4m7crobwfz/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724872454/acpsk12vaus/zmxp8hsbbx4m7crobwfz/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724872454/acpsk12vaus/zmxp8hsbbx4m7crobwfz/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724872454/acpsk12vaus/zmxp8hsbbx4m7crobwfz/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724872454/acpsk12vaus/zmxp8hsbbx4m7crobwfz/SchoolBoard.jpg","width":1400}])
ACPS School Board updates.