Aplin Named National Merit Scholar
Kathryn Gareth Gorsuch Aplin, a T.C. Williams High School senior who plans to major in engineering in college, is one of 18 Virginia students and more than 2,500 students nationally to receive a National Merit Scholarship financed by a U.S. college or university.
Prom Night at T.C. Williams
T.C. Williams High School held its Prom on Saturday, May 19, at the Waterford Springfield.
Future Teacher Honored
Jessica Raugitinane, a graduate of T.C. Williams High School, Alexandria, has been honored by the Alma Exley Scholarship Program, which promotes greater diversity in the teaching profession.
Students Perform at The Kennedy Center
An honor for George Washington Middle School.
Students with the George Washington Middle School Orchestra wowed audiences at the Kennedy Center April 30.
'Cherish This Moment”
Tim Hightower returns to ASC awards dinner.
Redskins running back and 2004 Episcopal High School graduate Tim Hightower joined the Alexandria Sportsman's Club May 15 in honoring the city's top scholar athletes eight years after he himself was named athlete of the year by the club.
Community Yard Sale
The lower parking lot at Minnie Howard Ninth Grade Center was trimmed with tables laden with goods for sale on Saturday, May 12.
History Awards
Six individuals were honored April 25 who have made noteworthy contributions to the preservation of the historic, cultural and artistic heritage of Alexandria.
Schools Name John C. Baker Lead Psychologist
John C. Baker has been named lead psychologist for the Alexandria City Public Schools. The position supports the professional learning of ACPS’ school-based psychologists.
Del Ray Montessori Adds Elementary Level
Starting in Fall of 2012, The Del Ray Montessori School will offer classes for children from 2 1/2 to 9 years old.
School System Presents Site Plan to City Hall for Jefferson-Houston
Old school would be demolished; new school to be constructed in its place.
After years of failing test scores and faltering attendance, school officials now have a plan to demolish the existing Jefferson-Houston School and build a new one.
Alexandria School Board Standing By Embattled Superintendent
Members regret what happened, but feel confident superintendent took decisive action.
Members of the Alexandria School Board are standing by embattled school superintendent Morton Sherman, despite calls for him to step down in the wake of a scathing auditor's report.
Dysfunctional Budgeting Prompts Crisis at Alexandria City Public Schools
Independent audit rips school system; vice mayor calls for superintendent to step down.
An independent auditor has concluded that the budget office at Alexandria City Public Schools suffers from a “dysfunctional environment," approving contracts that had not been budgeted and providing inaccurate information to School Board members.
Learning Chinese Culture
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes Lower School celebrated the Chinese New Year on Feb. 3.
’Up Day’ at Dee Campbell Boathouse
It was "Up Day" at the Dee Campbell Boathouse on Saturday, Feb. 18 — sign-up day for new rowers on the T.C. Williams High School Crew Team, and clean-up day to make sure the dock is ready for the year.
TC Musicians Score Big at States
The T.C. Williams Music program set what could be a performing arts record for the high school when 10 of its top musicians were selected to compete for chairs in the All-State Virginia Band and Orchestra. Statewide auditions were held Saturday, Feb. 25 at James Madison University.