Superintendent Dr. Francisco Durán stands at the podium and addresses students during the Latino Youth Leadership Conference. He wears glasses and a navy blazer and gestures as he speaks against a neutral background.

Two women participate in the Latino Youth Leadership Conference. One sits at a panel table with a nameplate reading “Dulce Carrillo, Moderadora,” while the other speaks at a podium with a microphone and notes in hand.

Sam Carrillo smiles while standing beside a student, both holding a certificate on stage at the Latino Youth Leadership Conference. A presentation slide with colorful graphics is visible behind them.

A large group of students and adults gather on stage smiling together at the Latino Youth Leadership Conference. School Board member Zuraya Tapia-Hadley stands in the front row with attendees.

Proud to welcome over 200 students to the Latino Youth Leadership Conference at GMU. The theme, 'Leader Today, Change Makers Tomorrow,' came to life through powerful student emcees, inspiring panelists and closing remarks from Board Member Zuraya Tapia-Hadley. Our future is bright. #APSisAwesome

Artwork depicting two individuals at podiums with a backdrop of the U.S. flag, titled 'Leader Today, Changemakers Tomorrow'. One figure is gesturing with one hand raised.

Three individuals smiling and seated in the front row of an auditorium filled with students at the LYLC at Mason.

Three panelists sit at a conference table with microphones in front of a banner that reads "Welcome to the 2025 Latino Youth Leadership Conference." Names visible are Daniel Sanchez, Fabiola Ramos, David Ramos, and moderator Dulce Carrillo.

School Board member Zuraya Tapia-Hadley in a blue blazer speaks to students at the 33rd Latino Youth Leadership Conference.

Over 200 select students participate in the 33rd Annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference to hear from industry leaders and explore career opportunities. #LYLC #OneTeamOneAPS #APSisAwesome

APS Lottery Process (English) YouTube video by Arlington Educational Television

🎥 The APS Lottery Process Video is here! Watch to learn about the lottery process. Applications open Nov. 10, 2025. Explore fall information sessions for our option schools and programs.
Watch Video: https://youtu.be/sgEb4iuIpuE
Information Sessions: www.apsva.us/information-sessions

Love this! Parent responses

A great way to start the day with nature journals

So many parents came to our ESOL meeting!

Good morning Barrett tigers!!

Starting next week! Share!

October is Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Awareness Month. APS is committed to fostering inclusive schools and communities for our neurodivergent students, staff and family members.

Kindergarten

Hispanic Heritage Month ❤️❤️

Author visit for 1st and 2nd graders today

Author visit today

Calling all youth, teens, residents, service providers, guardians---everyone! 📢 Join us virtually on Tuesday, 9/30 to share your perspective and help create the county-wide plan to address Children and Youth Well-Being.
www.arlingtonva.us/Government/D...

Logo featuring a gold star with the text "A APS All Stars" inside, against a radiant yellow background with the phrase "Submit a Nomination" below in blue.

APS All Stars are the heart of our schools! They are the people who uplift students, support staff and bring our APS values to life each day. Do you know someone like that?

Nominate them now at apsva.us/all-stars and let’s shine a spotlight on the people making a difference. #OneTeamOneAPS

high-fiving a studnet

students sitting in class.

Ms. Slaters fourth-grade class learning.

small group learning

I had a great morning visiting @randolph.apsva.us. I saw students in action across the school and even visited Ms. Slater's fourth-grade class, where students were learning history.

#OneTeamOneAPS #APSBack2School

students and staff engaged in learning

students and staff engaged in learning

students and staff engaged in learning

My second visit today took me to @drew.apsva.us, where I sat with students engaged in a puzzle activity in Ms. Mallory's kindergarten class. It was great to explore a variety of classrooms where students are settling into the new school year.

#OneTeamOneAPS #APSBack2School

Honoring Ms. Inga Schoenbrun at ATS, a September 2025 APS All Star! She goes above and beyond to support students and families, creating a welcoming environment for all. Her dedication to student success is truly inspiring. #APSAllStars

Citizen Advisory Groups - Arlington Public Schools

Families! Be part of APS decision-making! Provide valued input on @apsva.us programs, teaching and learning, student support, facilities, and operations. Apply to serve as a 2025-26 member of a @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social School Board Advisory Committee.
Learn more: www.apsva.us/citizen-advi...

A beautiful day to welcome back our @barrettaps.bsky.social tigers!!

Speakers at front of room. Karen Mapp video on screen.

Learning from the wisdom of 3 icons @apsva.us FACE Bilingual Family Specialist 2025-26 kickoff:
Dr. Karen Mapp, author of The Dual Capacity-Building Framework for Family-School Partnerships, @suptduran.apsva.us acknowledging & inspiring empathy and excellence, and APS’ 1st FACE Supervisor, Eli Lúa!

The APS FACE team members presenting

Spending an amazing day connecting with purpose with this @apsva.us FACE dream team!

Room full of staff learning

It’s a full house of professionals come together as learners today @apsva.us FACE Bilingual Family Specialist kickoff!

It’s a full day of joyful connection and learning together to kickoff the 2025-26 year with @apsva.us FACE Bilingual Family Specialists!

Welcome back, @apsva.us teachers! Cannot wait to hear about your summer learning adventures and start our new year together!

Affordable Units Affordable housing is available at numerous apartment complexes in Arlington. Most of these complexes were built, acquired or renovated with public funds as part of their financing, or had units set a...

A repost from @arlingtonva.us Bulletin:

See the most current list of available Committed Affordable Apartments for rent in Arlington.

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Carlin Springs Book Fair with R.E.A.D. May 2025

Carlin Springs Book Fair with R.E.A.D. May 2025

Carlin Springs Book Fair with R.E.A.D. May 2025

Carlin Springs Book Fair with R.E.A.D. May 2025

Big thanks to @readearlyanddaily! 🎉 Every student at our book fair picked out free books to take home—based on their own interests. Their joy and excitement were contagious! 📖💫 #OneTeamOneAPS

So grateful for the amazing partners in our community!!

Mr. Hunter at table w 3rd grade students

Big smile on student’s face as she puts postcard in the mailbox to be taken to Blue Origin to fly in rocket.

Postcard artwork by students

Dr Sullivan and student pose with Club for the Future stickers

Thank you Kylie, Hunter and Aiden from Blue Origin for sharing Club for the Future at school this week. Barrett #KWBPride students are so excited about their Postcards to Space art flying on New Shepard rocket
#STEM #STEAM #SciArt #EduSky #OneTeamOneAPS

Big thanks to Ms. Almanza from the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions for Zooming with our 5th graders to support them in learning more about @theglobalgoals Goal 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth. #PYPX2025 @randolphelementary.bsky.social