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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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As we look forward to the 2025-26 school year, please take a moment to review some important reminders so that your students are prepared to take their next academic steps.
In our June 2025 Supe’s Spotlight, Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt shares her thoughts on graduation as a rite of passage as we prepare to embrace our newest students in the upcoming school year.
Two highly-accomplished ACPS educators were celebrated as Suzanne Hess was announced as the 2025 ACPS Principal of the Year (POY) and Sharon Phox as Teacher of the Year (TOY).
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Every Wednesday starting May 7 through July 30, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ACPS kindergarten registration process gets underway for the 2025-26 school year on April 23, 2025, for all division elementary schools. We encourage families to register early as it helps to ensure the school division has the teachers, staff and resources needed to support every student.
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