Office of Safety and Security Services
The Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) Office of Safety and Security Services is responsible for the physical security and environmental safety of all ACPS facilities. The office maintains and upgrades security systems, plans and implements safety policies and procedures, and completes regulatory testing and compliance efforts in relation to environmental safety and indoor air quality.
Student Well-Being, Safety and Security Measures for 2022–23 School Year
- Social and Emotional Supports for Students
- Technology and Communications
- Clear Designation of Student and Staff Entrances
- Closed Campus
- New Student ID Requirements
- School Security Officers
- Staggered Dismissals at High School Campuses
- Instructional Day Logistics for High School Campuses
- Staff ID Requirement
Social and Emotional Supports for Students
Technology and Communications
Clear Designation of Student and Staff Entrances
Closed Campus
New Student ID Requirements
School Security Officers
Staggered Dismissals at High School Campuses
Instructional Day Logistics for High School Campuses
Staff ID Requirement
Need Assistance After Hours?
The Office of Safety and Security Services’ regular office hours are from 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For after-hours support, please contact 703-824-6690 or 571-289-8643
Contact Information
John Contreras
Director of Safety and Security Services
1340 Braddock Place
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
703-619-8500
Carlton Gerald
Assistant Director of Security and Emergency Operations
carlton.gerald@acps.k12.va.us
Cidel Peters
Security Services Supervisor
cidel.peters@acps.k12.va.us