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Seventy-Six APS Seniors Named National Merit Commended Scholars
Earlier this fall, 76 APS seniors were named National Merit Commended Scholars by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Gun Safety Information & Resources
Safe firearm storage is crucial to preventing gun-related injuries and deaths in our communities, particularly in schools—learn simple steps to protect our students and keep firearms securely stored.
4 APS Schools Awarded First-Time Purple Star Schools for 2024-25
The Virginia Purple Star Designation is awarded to military-friendly schools that have demonstrated a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military.
Celebrating APS All Stars: October 2024
APS takes pride in recognizing outstanding individuals who go above and beyond to support our students, staff and school community. The APS All Stars for October 2024 demonstrate exceptional dedication, creativity and commitment in their respective roles.
Kenmore Counselor Recognized as School Counselor of the Year
APS National Board-Certified Teacher Dr. Sheila Barnhart-Ramirez was selected as the Elementary School Counselor of the Year for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
APS Celebrates RED Ribbon Week, Oct. 23-30
This year, Red Ribbon Week is recognized Oct. 23-30, with the theme, “Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free.”
Upcoming Events
November 5
No School for Students – Grade Prep Day
November 11
Holiday – Veterans Day
November 14 @ 7:00 pm
School Board Meeting
November 19 @ 9:00 am
School Board Work Session
November 27
Holiday – Thanksgiving Break
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1,745
Graduates in the Class of 2024
97.7%
Graduation Rate for Students in 3 Comprehensive High Schools - up 8% since 2009
86%
of Graduates Plan to Continue into Higher Education
97.7%
On-Time Graduation Rate
62%
of Graduates Earn an Advanced Diploma
$85.5 Million
Awarded in Scholarships to APS Graduates
78%
of Students Complete College-Level Courses (AP/IB/Dual Enrollment)
80%
of APS Teachers have Master's Degrees