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ACPS places racial equity at the center of everything that we do as a school division. This challenges us to ensure our students are engaged in classroom instruction and have access to the educational resources needed to enhance their learning experiences. We will ensure that our schools are a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for all.
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The Mental Health Matters Club at Alexandria City High School helps students improve their well-being by encouraging conversations about mental health.
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Molly Williams, Northern Virginia Magazine
Our Core Values
In all we do, the ACPS learning community
strives to live these core values. We are…
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We take active steps to ensure all stakeholders feel welcomed in schools. We embrace everyone who comes through our doors and respect our differences.
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We actively work to remove barriers to educational access.
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We inspire each student and staff member to thrive to their best abilities.
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We take initiative to solve problems in the classroom and across the system.
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We set ambitious goals to learn, grow and achieve at high levels.