ACPS In the News
Catch a roundup of our news coverage in the month of January!
Portrait of an ACPS Student
Zoey Downer found out about the National Civics Bee three days before the entry deadline. Although she was pressed for time, she thought it couldn’t hurt to submit an essay and see what would happen. As it turns out, her essay won at the regional level, which granted her entry to the national bee this past November in Washington, D.C. Read Zoey's portrait to learn more on our Portraits of a Division webpage.
Fostering Safe and Inclusive Schools
At Albemarle County Public Schools (ACPS), we are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces where every student, staff member, and family can succeed. Our policies on anti-racism, equity education, nondiscrimination, and equal opportunities guide our efforts to build a sense of belonging, safety, and well-being for all.
Please read the letter sent out by our Office of Community Engagement for more details on how we provide safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for all students.
Important Dates
Monday, February 17
Reserved for mandatory training, teacher work time, or division- or school-based PD. No school for students!
Upcoming Events and Meetings
Monday, February 3
Spelling Bee, 6:15 p.m., Livestream
Tuesday, February 11
Special Education Advisory Committee meeting, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, February 12
School Health Advisory Board (SHAB) meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 13
School Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 19
Family Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 20
School Board Budget Work Session, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 27
School Board meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Annual Spelling Bee
Mark your calendars, C-A-L-E-N-D-A-R-S!
ACPS will hold its annual Spelling Bee on Monday, February 3, at the County Office Building located at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville.
We hope you will join us in Lane Auditorium at 6:15 p.m., but if you can't make it, the Bee can be live streamed here: http://streaming.k12albemarle.org/ACPS/acpsevents.htm
Preschool Application Window Opens
Albemarle County Public Schools (ACPS) will accept applications for our 2025-26 school year preschool programs beginning Monday, February 3. If you have a child who will turn 3 or 4 by September 30, 2025, we may be able to provide your child with a FREE preschool experience if found eligible. If you do not have a child in this age range, we hope you will share this information with a friend or family member who does.
To learn more about our preschool programs, eligibility criteria, and application process, please visit the ACPS Preschool web page or access the application directly at go2grow.org.
Blueprint Studio
Blueprint Studio is for students interested in architecture, urban design and building construction. This studio offers specific Pathways focused in Design, Construction and Urban Planning. Students can take classes focused on architectural drawing, geographic information systems, building trades, electricity, and more.
Learn more on our Scholars Studios webpage.
Did you know...
Did you know that you can nominate your favorite ACPS staff member for a We Notice Award? Help us recognize your favorite teacher or staff member whose work you would like to celebrate! This is a wonderful opportunity to share appreciation for our teachers, office staff, building service team members, teaching assistants, cafeteria workers, school nurses, bus drivers and the wonderful staff members who work in our schools. Nominations are open from February 4 to February 16.
Albemarle County Public Schools
Email: superintendentoffice@k12albemarle.org
Website: k12albemarle.org
Location: 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA, USA
Phone: (434) 296-5820
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/K12Albemarle
Twitter: @k12albemarle