APS is a diverse and inclusive school community, committed to academic excellence and integrity. #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPShttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.ushttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mtz2zlxs2k2hNew 2025-26 Standards of Learning (SOL) results show APS pass rates improved in four of five subject areas, with APS outperforming VA averages in all 5. APS also ranks among the top 20% of Virginia school divisions in Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science and History. More: https://bit.ly/4xrZxu026 Aug 2026 19:30 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtz2zlxs2k2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mtjzm3rcbd2n⚠️ Weather Alert: Arlington County is under a Tornado Watch through 10 p.m. today. Severe storms, damaging winds and heavy rain are possible this afternoon and evening. Please stay weather aware, use caution when traveling and be prepared to seek shelter if a warning is issued. Stay safe, APS.20 Aug 2026 19:54 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjzm3rcbd2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mthtitmxux2qBus schedules are coming TOMORROW! Ready to find out your student’s bus information? Bus route schedules will be available in ParentVUE beginning Thu, Aug. 20. But first: Have you completed your Back-to-School Packet? Packet first. Bus information next. More ↗️ https://bit.ly/4gkoGPM19 Aug 2026 23:00 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthtitmxux2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mthkkjhwuh2eThe Back-to-School Packet is OPEN! It is time to get ready for the new school year! Families can now log in to ParentVUE to complete the Back-to-School Packet and review the Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook. More ↗️ https://bit.ly/3UHdHsy 19 Aug 2026 20:20 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthkkjhwuh2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mtclucrgaw2yWe hope your family has enjoyed taking time this summer to read, explore, create & discover together. This week's menu includes nature walks, math challenges, storytelling, creative projects & more. Visit www.apsva.us/summer-learning for one last collection of summer activities. #APSSummerLearning 17 Aug 2026 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtclucrgaw2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3msvi765dsp22⚠️ Power Outage: Yorktown, Williamsburg, Tuckahoe and Discovery are experiencing a power outage affecting power, internet service and phone lines. For immediate assistance reaching these schools, call 703-228-8000 and press option 9. We will continue to monitor. Thank you.12 Aug 2026 15:50 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3msvi765dsp22https://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mssnyxdmau2iThis week's APS Summer Learning Menu features activities that encourage students to imagine, create and discover. Visit a local museum, solve real-world math challenges, create shadow art or design an animal perfectly adapted to its environment. ↗️ www.apsva.us/summer-learning #APSSummerLearning11 Aug 2026 12:55 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mssnyxdmau2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3ms7dnow6tx2fEvery adventure begins with curiosity. This week's APS Summer Learning Menu features neighborhood number walks, shadow explorations, family history timelines and puppet shows. Discover fun learning activities at www.apsva.us/summer-learning.03 Aug 2026 20:30 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms7dnow6tx2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3ms74kjzpbf2qCongratulations to Washington-Liberty sophomore Gleb Kasyan on earning Honorable Mention in the VSBA Student Essay Contest! Gleb was one of only two students statewide recognized for his essay, “Rooted in Public Education.” Watch: https://youtu.be/Vvk-BMdeDeQ03 Aug 2026 18:23 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms74kjzpbf2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3ms4qx57xks2kCongratulations to Washington-Liberty rising senior Solomon Brosnan, the 2026 USA Fencing Division III Men’s Épée national champion! After just three years in the sport, Solomon earned his first national title and represented APS with excellence. 🤺🏆 #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome02 Aug 2026 19:50 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms4qx57xks2khttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mrxxc63gah2bCongratulations to Discovery Elementary teacher Samantha Tramack on making barbershop history! 🎶 On July 4, her quartet, GQ, became the first all-female group to win the Barbershop Harmony Society International Quartet Championship. Congrats! #OneTeamOneAPS31 Jul 2026 22:00 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrxxc63gah2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mrskgeu5wb2pCongratulations to our July Summer School #APSAllStars! ⭐️ Jonathan Allen ⭐️ Karen Miller ⭐️ Lisa Lee ⭐️ Michael Slobodnjak ⭐️ Stephanie McIntyre Their leadership, compassion, teamwork and dedication helped everyone thrive this summer. Read more ↗️ apsva.us/post/meet-our-july-2026-aps-all-stars/29 Jul 2026 18:26 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrskgeu5wb2phttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mro4pudzdr2tWhere will curiosity take you this week? This week's APS Summer Learning Menu investigates friction, practices map-reading skills, explores probability, and creates artwork inspired by perspective and texture. Visit www.apsva.us/summer-learning to discover this week's activities. 28 Jul 2026 00:10 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mro4pudzdr2thttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mr6in4d34p2pAPS is monitoring the potential for severe weather this afternoon and evening. Summer programming and school operations will continue as scheduled at this time. If you plan to visit a school or APS office, please call ahead before traveling. Stay weather aware and travel safely.21 Jul 2026 19:01 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr6in4d34p2phttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mr43hbnysm2tThis week's APS Summer Learning Menu is now available! Activities include creating a pretend store, discovering how plants produce oxygen, interviewing a family member about their childhood & designing a family fitness plan. Visit www.apsva.us/summer-learning! #APSSummerLearning20 Jul 2026 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr43hbnysm2thttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mqtw55iq352xDue to today's Code Purple Air Quality Alert, all APS-sponsored outdoor activities will be moved indoors or canceled. Families should check with their event organizer or school contact for updates regarding specific activities. 17 Jul 2026 14:03 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqtw55iq352xhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mqprn35t3c2xHelmet hair? We don't care. Helmet hair fades. Safe memories last. Before every ride: • Snug fit • Level on your head • Buckled every time Show your style and protect your brain during your next adventure. #RollSmartAPS15 Jul 2026 22:32 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqprn35t3c2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mqmuq4ybau2iDue to the forecast for dangerously high temperatures and heat index values, all APS-sponsored outdoor activities are canceled on Wed, July 15 & 16. Participants and families should contact their activity or program coordinator directly with questions. More apsva.us/health-safety/emergency-alerts/14 Jul 2026 18:49 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqmuq4ybau2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mq3ffgwye22nThe Arlington School Board has selected Miranda Turner as Chair and Kathleen Clark as Vice Chair for 2026-27. Their terms begin immediately and continue through June 30, 2027. Read more: https://bit.ly/4vd7qBz07 Jul 2026 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq3ffgwye22nhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mq3ar4dtjw2jThe @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social has unanimously approved a four-year renewal of @suptduran.apsva.us's contract, extending his leadership through 2030. The renewal provides continuity as APS continues advancing its Strategic Plan and building on student success. Read more ↗️ https://bit.ly/4vTbKXX07 Jul 2026 18:37 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq3ar4dtjw2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mpydq6mcqo24Today is the first day of Summer School at APS, where students will continue their learning, exploring, building confidence and preparing for a strong start to the new school year. Please help keep everyone safe by slowing down, staying alert and watching for students! Have a great first day!06 Jul 2026 14:52 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpydq6mcqo24https://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mplvt2j6jp2hDangerously hot conditions are expected in Arlington, with heat index values that may exceed 105°F on Wed, July 1, and Thu, July 2. For heat safety tips, cooling resources and information, visit Arlington County's Hot Weather Tips for Keeping Cool webpage: https://bit.ly/3ViTGFw Stay safe!01 Jul 2026 16:11 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mplvt2j6jp2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mpjpyuwnsg2oDue to the forecast for high temperatures and heat index values, all APS-sponsored outdoor activities are canceled on Wed, July 1, and Thu, July 2. Families should contact their activity or program coordinator directly with questions about schedules, cancellations or alternative arrangements.30 Jun 2026 19:22 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpjpyuwnsg2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3mp53zyfwtt2y🎬 Lights, camera... something exciting is on the way. Stay tuned. 👀 #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS25 Jun 2026 18:52 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp53zyfwtt2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3moutl6eroc2kA year of progress. A year of achievement. A year of partnership. The APS Year-End Report highlights the accomplishments that defined the 2025-26 school year and the work ahead as we continue to support every student, every day. More ↗️ https://bit.ly/4aypGxO #OneTeamOneAPS22 Jun 2026 12:00 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3moutl6eroc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3moebtoyf4e2uOver the past two weeks, we have had the privilege of introducing you to just a few of the remarkable members of the Class of 2026. Thank you for inspiring us. We are proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see where your next chapter leads. Congratulations, graduates! #APSGrads2615 Jun 2026 22:00 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3moebtoyf4e2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/apsva.us/post/3moe35365ae2cFour Arlington Tech seniors partnered with AETV as student producers, taking the lead on planning, filming, editing, captioning and distributing video content for APS. Congratulations to Bela, Chase, Finn and Lauren. We wish them continued success as they pursue their next chapter. #APSGrads2615 Jun 2026 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:aybujljj7ubcpdgvi2xx4bze/app.bsky.feed.post/3moe35365ae2c