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@apsva.us @suptduran.apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social If we think about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, no learning can take place without meeting the physical needs of our students. Thank you to all of our cafeteria staff for feeding our students each day so they are ready to learn!

APS is excited to welcome Ms. Octavia Knigge as the next principal of @dorothyhamm.apsva.us, beginning July 1! With more than 20 years in education and a strong commitment to student success, she brings experience, leadership and a focus on building strong school communities. #OneTeamOneAPS

Great music at tonight’s School Board meeting! 🎶 We were thrilled to hear the Williamsburg MS Jazz Group, fresh off earning a superior rating at the District Band Assessment. We’re so proud of their accomplishment and enjoyed their fantastic performance this evening. 👏🎷

@wakefieldhs26 -- check out the MAY ATTENDANCE MATTERS event going on. You can win up to $250 in gift cards!

@apsva.us Happy Administrative Professionals' Day to the best of the best - our very own Stephanie Rivero! We couldn't do it without you and we certainly wouldn't want to!

At last night’s SB meeting, we recognized 3 Posse Scholars—recipients of a prestigious full-tuition leadership scholarship. Selected through a highly competitive process, they exemplify achievement, leadership & a strong commitment to their communities. Congratulations to these remarkable students!

🎉 Celebrating Pete Balas at @wakefield.apsva.us as a March APS All Star. His leadership, positivity and strong connections are building a culture of trust and high expectations. Thank you for making a difference every day. #APSAllStars #OneTeamOneAPS

Hey, @apsva.us! It may no longer be random acts of kindness week but a special week shouldn't be needed if we focus on being kind every day! Take the extra step. Be a little extra kind. Be patient with someone struggling. It matters.

Excited to kick off my spring school visits at @wakefield.apsva.us! I joined an Instructional Coaching meeting, connected with a 2026 Posse Scholar and visited a classroom. So proud of the work happening here. 🎓 #OneTeamOneAPS #APSSuptVisits

Reading to bright PreK students @drew.apsva.us for #BlackHistoryMonth is a wonderful treat! 👏 #APSBHM #OneTeamOneAPS #EveryAPSstudent #APSisAwesome @apsva.us @suptduran.apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social

Happy 100th Day Of School! ¡Estamos 100 días más inteligentes!

@apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social Share random acts of kindness!

@apsva.us Happy Lunar New Year!

One of the best!

As we continue our Black History Month celebrations, watch this student-produced video as students and staff share what this month means to them. #APSisAwesome #APSBHM #OneTeamOneAPS

@apsva.us As we approach Random Acts of Kindness Week, let's seek to be kind each day.

They stop traffic, start smiles and keep our streets safe. Happy Crossing Guard Appreciation Day! Today, and every day, we thank you for watching out for our most precious pedestrians.

youtu.be/aZmaWAjxc6I?... So thankful for the @apsfacilities.bsky.social staff everywhere who made the buildings ready for staff and students. I have the best custodial staff. @apsva.us @suptduran.apsva.us @asstsuptfo.bsky.social

At tonight’s School Board meeting, we recognized Black History Month—a time to honor the achievements, history, and contributions of Black Americans—with the honor of hearing the incredibly talented Gunston MS choir perform the Black National Anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing".

National School Counseling Week is Feb. 2-6! We appreciate our committed School Counselors in @apsva.us and all that they do to serve our students and families! @weareasca.bsky.social @dei-aps.bsky.social @apsstudentservices.bsky.social

Congratulations to the Kenmore Special Olympics team for absolutely rocking their game! 🎉👏 Our athletes showed teamwork, determination, and Cougar pride every step of the way. If you see them in the halls this week, please be sure to give them a fist bump to celebrate their hard work and success! 🐾

I visited several of our schools this week as our facilities and operations teams work to remove the snow and ice. I want to thank them for preparing our buildings for a safe return. Their dedication, professionalism and commitment to our community do not go unnoticed. #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome

Visited our schools this week to check on snow and ice removal progress. Huge shoutout to our incredible crews working tirelessly around the clock! 🙌 Grateful for their dedication and hard work! ❄️💪 #CommunityHeroes #SafetyFirst #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome

Snow days bring out creativity and a lot of fun for our APS students ❄️📸 From snowmen to shovels, our community shares how students are spending this week so far. 👉 Explore the full gallery: https://www.apsva.us/post/fun-in-the-snow/ #APSisAwesome #OneTeamOneAPS

CODE 1: All APS schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Wed, Jan. 28, 2026. Freezing temperatures and icy roads, parking lots and sidewalks continue to make travel unsafe. Student and staff safety remains our top priority. More ➡️ https://www.apsva.us/health-safety/emergency-alerts/

CODE 1: Due to the winter storm, all APS schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Mon, Jan. 26, 2026. More ➡️ https://www.apsva.us/health-safety/emergency-alerts/

🌟 The @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social celebrates 29 exceptional educators who have achieved or maintained their National Board Certification! 🎓 This gold standard of excellence honors their dedication and strengthens our schools. More ➡️ https://bit.ly/4kefHl7 #NationalBoardCertified #OneTeamOneAPS

APS to provide free grab-and-go meals ahead of winter storm. 📆 Tomorrow, Fri, Jan. 23 ⏰ 3 – 5 p.m. 📍 Thomas Jefferson Community Center, Door 12 (3501 2nd St. S.) More ➡️ https://www.apsva.us/post/aps-to-provide-free-grab-and-go-meals-for-students-ahead-of-winter-storm/ #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome

Looking for a career where you can inspire, support, and grow? Come to the APS Career Expo and discover how you can help shape the future of our students. Meet our dedicated team and learn about open positions: 📅 Feb 7 | 📍 Wakefield HS 🔗 Scan to register by Feb 2!

Proud to work under the leadership of APS Chief of Staff Brian Stockton, who received the Justice in Action Award at Arlington County’s MLK Tribute—recognizing his impact for students and commitment to service, equity, and justice. @apsva.us @suptduran.apsva.us

APS Chief of Staff, Brian Stockton, was awarded the Justice in Action Award by Arlington County at the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute. It honors his work as a change maker for students, reflecting Dr. King’s principles of service, equality, justice and shared purpose. #OneTeamOneAPS #MLKDay

Wonderful MLK Jr Tribute tonight @wakefield.apsva.us, with @gunston.apsva.us & Howard Gospel Choir student performers, justice award for @apsva.us Chief of Staff Brian Stockton & much more!

@apsva.us Thank you to all of our amazing APS principals! We appreciate you!

@apsva.us Happy Learning on this Early Release PL Day!

It is Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week. Help us thank the amazing leaders who support our students and staff every day. ✉️ Send a free eGreeting: https://www.apsva.us/post/celebrating-virginia-school-principals-appreciation-week/ #PrincipalsAppreciationWeek #OneTeamOneAPS

One of the consent items at this evening’s School Board meeting was the signing of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with Arlington School Administrators (ASA) signed by both Superintendent and Dr. Pam Farrell, President of ASA.

First day of Hot Meals for Families! APS families are invited to enjoy a free hot meal together at either Yorktown, Washington-Liberty or Wakefield High Schools from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Thankful to a part of this! @warriorbalaswhs.bsky.social @suptduran.apsva.us @apsva.us

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APS is launching an evening hot meal program to support students and families during the federal government shutdown. Starting Thu, Nov. 6, free hot dinners will be served Mon-Fri from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Wakefield, Washington-Liberty and Yorktown. Learn More: www.apsva.us/community-meals

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