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Douglas MacArthur 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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![Student Documentary on Alexandria Community Remembrance Project Wins Prestigious State Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1679595933/acpsk12vaus/ocsgjadsxzep0l9epbnq/remembranceproject.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1679595933/acpsk12vaus/ocsgjadsxzep0l9epbnq/remembranceproject.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1679595933/acpsk12vaus/ocsgjadsxzep0l9epbnq/remembranceproject.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1679595933/acpsk12vaus/ocsgjadsxzep0l9epbnq/remembranceproject.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1679595933/acpsk12vaus/ocsgjadsxzep0l9epbnq/remembranceproject.jpg","width":1400}])
Alexandria City High School students won the Barbara Johns Youth Award for Human Relations and Civil Rights, documenting their experience as part of the Alexandria Community Remembrance Project.
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![Important Deadlines: Back to School Forms, S+LEP Survey, School Meals Applications and DESSA Opt-Out]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664482133/acpsk12vaus/imsmxphj4lj5gb7sqk9t/importantdeadlines.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664482133/acpsk12vaus/imsmxphj4lj5gb7sqk9t/importantdeadlines.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664482133/acpsk12vaus/imsmxphj4lj5gb7sqk9t/importantdeadlines.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664482133/acpsk12vaus/imsmxphj4lj5gb7sqk9t/importantdeadlines.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1664482133/acpsk12vaus/imsmxphj4lj5gb7sqk9t/importantdeadlines.jpg","width":1400}])
Important Deadlines: Back to School Forms, S+LEP Survey, School Meals Applications and DESSA Opt-Out
As we transition from the back to school season into fall, there are several upcoming deadlines for Alexandria City Public School families to note.
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![DASH Offers Transportation at No Cost for Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1660842272/acpsk12vaus/wfd3vesqdhdcrjwxpcvd/DASHBus.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1660842272/acpsk12vaus/wfd3vesqdhdcrjwxpcvd/DASHBus.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1660842272/acpsk12vaus/wfd3vesqdhdcrjwxpcvd/DASHBus.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1660842272/acpsk12vaus/wfd3vesqdhdcrjwxpcvd/DASHBus.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1660842272/acpsk12vaus/wfd3vesqdhdcrjwxpcvd/DASHBus.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1660842272/acpsk12vaus/wfd3vesqdhdcrjwxpcvd/DASHBus.png","width":1956}])
DASH buses are fare free in the City of Alexandria.
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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.