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John Adams Elementary School
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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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![New ACPS Procedures for Notifying Families of Student Absences in Grades 6-12]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1679005410/acpsk12vaus/ldmq315e3vxferdemdst/attendance.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1679005410/acpsk12vaus/ldmq315e3vxferdemdst/attendance.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1679005410/acpsk12vaus/ldmq315e3vxferdemdst/attendance.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1679005410/acpsk12vaus/ldmq315e3vxferdemdst/attendance.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1679005410/acpsk12vaus/ldmq315e3vxferdemdst/attendance.jpg","width":1400}])
Alexandria City Public Schools launched a new process at the secondary level in which parents/guardians are notified after the first period and at lunchtime if their student is marked absent.
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![ACPS Announces Four Support Staff Selected as VIP Award Winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664482135/acpsk12vaus/talpwuozzkeh48hj6h3u/VIPAwardsBack.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664482135/acpsk12vaus/talpwuozzkeh48hj6h3u/VIPAwardsBack.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664482135/acpsk12vaus/talpwuozzkeh48hj6h3u/VIPAwardsBack.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664482135/acpsk12vaus/talpwuozzkeh48hj6h3u/VIPAwardsBack.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1664482135/acpsk12vaus/talpwuozzkeh48hj6h3u/VIPAwardsBack.jpg","width":1400}])
Alexandria City Public Schools is proud to announce the 2022-23 Vision, Integrity and Passion employee recognition award winners in the category of support staff.
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Our Core Values
In all we do, the ACPS learning community
strives to live these core values. We are…
![Teacher hugging students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1655781448/acpsk12vaus/epljvp3sgsyplqns4sif/WelcomingCoreValue.jpg","width":1536}])
We take active steps to ensure all stakeholders feel welcomed in schools. We embrace everyone who comes through our doors and respect our differences.
![Equity-Focused]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/b7mhc7qhviwxqny4kcol/equity_focused.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/b7mhc7qhviwxqny4kcol/equity_focused.jpg","width":373}])
We actively work to remove barriers to educational access.
![Empowering]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/jqj9hjmgsbkwqo94robi/empowering.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212795/acpsk12vaus/jqj9hjmgsbkwqo94robi/empowering.jpg","width":373}])
We inspire each student and staff member to thrive to their best abilities.
![Innovative]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648212796/acpsk12vaus/soweqbxstpsbdsom3gyn/welcoming.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648212796/acpsk12vaus/soweqbxstpsbdsom3gyn/welcoming.jpg","width":372}])
We take initiative to solve problems in the classroom and across the system.
![Results-Driven]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648800904/acpsk12vaus/ml5hinaioahl6sqlwdhy/firstdayschool-63891.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648800904/acpsk12vaus/ml5hinaioahl6sqlwdhy/firstdayschool-63891.png","width":457}])
We set ambitious goals to learn, grow and achieve at high levels.