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Nefertiti Hunter-Holbeck takes on the role of principal at William Ramsay Elementary School, effective July 1, 2025.

This week, the ACPS community came together in a powerful way to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, and we want to take a moment to say thank you. 

Two highly-accomplished ACPS educators were celebrated as Suzanne Hess was announced as the 2025 ACPS Principal of the Year (POY) and Sharon Phox as Teacher of the Year (TOY). 

Recipients of the 4th Annual Alexandria PTA Council Golden Apple Awards.

Meet our partner, Inspira Dance. 

As the School Boundary Redistricting Process continues, the Alexandria City School Board is providing opportunities for families and community members to share their input at an upcoming public hearing.

The final ACPS Building Bonds Beyond the School: Webinars for Families for the 2024-25 school year is scheduled for Wed., May 21, 2025, from 6-7 p.m.

The 2025 Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) Celebrations of Learning will showcase highlights of project-based learning (PBL) experiences in our schools this year on Tue., May 20, 2025 from 5-7 p.m. at the Alexandria City High School (ACHS) Minnie Howard Campus.

ACPS kindergarten registration process is underway for the 2025-26 school year. We encourage families to register early as it helps to ensure the school division has the teachers, staff and resources needed to support every student.

During Teacher Appreciation Week, the Alexandria City High School PTSA hosted two continental breakfasts to celebrate over 500 teachers and staff, with a special surprise gift of 42 cases of Ready-to-Drink Happy Coffee, Keurig machines, and Happy Coffee mugs, donated by the National PTA.