School Board Update
March 16, 2020
Arlington School Board
Email: school.board@apsva.us
Website: www.apsva.us
Location: 2110 Washington Boulevard, Arlington, VA, USA
Phone: 703-228-6015
Twitter: @APSVaSchoolBd
Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
We understand the fear and anxiety that COVID-19 is causing in our community. Please rest assured that the safety of our students and staff is our priority.
- APS schools are currently closed through April 13, 2020. Further decisions regarding operations will be continuously evaluated and communicated as the situation develops. Instructional materials and tools are being provided to all students.
- Free grab-n-go lunch/breakfast will be provided to kids 2-18 yrs old, Monday through Friday 11am-1pm, at Kenmore (200 S. Carlin Springs Rd) and Drew (3500 S. 23rd St) during the closure.
- APS is working collaboratively with state and county health officials and other school divisions in Northern Virginia to continuously monitor coronavirus (COVID-19) and assessing developments and new information.
- Additional information, updates, and resources at https://www.apsva.us/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/
School Board Advisory Committees Cancelled
In accordance with guidance for cancelling non-essential meetings, all School Board Advisory Committee meetings through April 13th are cancelled.
If the closure of APS is extended beyond this date we will reassess meetings after April 13th.
Arlington School Board Now Accepting Nominations for the 2020 APS Honored Citizens
Each year the School Board recognizes volunteers who have made outstanding contributions to Arlington Public Schools. This honor recognizes individuals who have committed significant time and energy to a broad range of volunteer activities throughout the Arlington school community.
Details about this award and nomination information, including nomination forms, can be found at https://www.apsva.us/about-the-school-board/aps-honored-citizens/ or by contacting the School Board office at 703-228-6015.
Arlington Interim Superintendent Proposes Needs-Based FY 2021 Budget
The proposed budget totals $725.9 million, an overall increase of 8.4 percent, as APS prepares to welcome more than 1,100 additional students next fall. More information at https://www.apsva.us/post/arlington-interim-superintendent-proposes-needs-based-fy-2021-budget/
FY 2021 Budget Information
All materials related to the FY21 Budget, including the FY21 budget calendar; the FY21 budget development process; the Interim Superintendent’s Proposed Budget and February 27 School Board presentation, are available online. Visit www.apsva.us/engage to provide your feedback and input throughout the process, and use #APSBudget on social media to join the conversation.
New Permanent Superintendent Search
More information on the superintendent search at https://www.apsva.us/engage/search-for-new-aps-superintendent/
School Board Meeting
Agendas and background information for School Board meetings are posted on BoardDocs as they are available. Agendas are subject to change without notice and the public is encouraged to check the website in advance to confirm details or changes. School Board meetings can be viewed live online or on Comcast Channel 70 or Verizon Channel 41.
Visit the School Board Meetings web page for a listing of all upcoming meeting dates.
For additional information, contact the School Board Office at 703-228-6015 or school.board@apsva.us.