Help Map Out the Future of ACPS: Apply for the Redistricting Advisory Committee by Dec. 6, 2024!

Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) is excited to announce the formation of the Redistricting Advisory Committee (RAC)—a vital group that will serve as a link between ACPS and the community throughout the redistricting process. The RAC will play an essential role in ensuring community voices are heard throughout the redistricting process. Committee members will not make final decisions but will serve as ambassadors to their school communities, gathering feedback, sharing updates, and providing input on redistricting plans. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help ACPS develop fair and equitable school boundaries.

The redistricting process aims to update school boundaries to better serve our growing and changing community. This effort will help balance student enrollment across the school division, address overutilization and ensure all students have access to equitable resources and opportunities. Through careful analysis and community input, ACPS will work to develop a fair and transparent plan that reflects our diverse community and meets the long-term needs of students and families. This process will strengthen our school system by fostering balanced, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students.

We are looking for a diverse group of individuals who can bring varied perspectives and represent all parts of our community.

The following is the planned structure of the RAC:

• 1 Parent from Each Elementary School (12)
• 1 Parent from Each K-8 School (2)
• 1 Parent from Each Middle School (2)
• 1 Parent from the High School (1)
• 1 Alternate Parent for Each School
• 5 At-Large Members

Application and Selection Process
To ensure a fair and inclusive selection process, applicants will be evaluated based on a scoring rubric. This rubric considers aligned experience, stakeholder classification, and responses to application questions. Final committee selections will be made using a random blind process to uphold objectivity. Our goal is to form a committee that reflects the diversity of ACPS and the City of Alexandria, providing balanced and inclusive community representation.

Timeline for the Committee Selection Process

• Nov. 15, 2024: Committee Application Opens
• Dec. 6, 2024: Committee Application Closes (Open for 3 Weeks)
• Mid-December: Review of Committee Applications
• Jan. 10, 2025: Applicants Receive Notifications on Committee Selections
• Committee Meetings: Dates in January, February and March will be shared in the notification email, and attendance is required for all scheduled committee meetings.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining the RAC and helping to map the future of our schools, we encourage you to apply! Your insights and perspectives are invaluable as we work together to create a fair and inclusive process for all families in ACPS.

For more details and to apply, please complete the online application. Applications are due by December 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

Contact Information

For additional information or questions, please contact ask@acps.k12.va.us.