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ACHS Musicians Shine in Virginia Band and Orchestra Event

May 15, 2022

Five Alexandria City High School students participated in the All-Virginia Band & Orchestra Event on April 21-23 at Christopher Newport University (CNU). This event brings the state’s best student musicians together in one location to work with world-renowned conductors.

ACPS School Board Members Address Media Gag Order

April 1, 2022

On March 14, Alexandria City Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Gregory Hushings, Jr. advised members of the ACPS School Board against talking to media outlets, citing instances of comments being taken out of context that may mischaracterize the intentions of the school board as a whole. Hushings said all media questions should be forwarded to the communications team and other staff members.

Principal Shares Updates and Answers Parent Questions in First Chat of 2022

February 10, 2022

In the first Principal’s Chat of 2022, Alexandria City High School Principal Peter Balas covered a wide range of topics, including the schedule for choosing next year’s classes, the recognition of the ACHS counselors by the American School Counselor Association, and the dates for prom and graduation for the Class of 2022.

ACHS Presents the One-Act Play Festival

February 5, 2022

The Alexandria City High School One-Act Play Festival is an annual competition between four student-directed one-act plays each under 35 minutes. The festival occurred over three showings: the first on Friday, January 14 at 7 PM, and the other two on Saturday, January 15, one at 2 PM and one at 7 PM. Four judges determined the winner of the competition, which went onto a local tournament at West Springfield High School on Saturday, January 29. The program is run by ACHS teachers Mrs. Hope Bachman and Ms. Leslie Jones.

Things to Remember from the Principal’s Chat of December

January 13, 2022

The second principal’s chat of the 2021-22 school year was held on December 8. Principal Peter Balas started the meeting by recapping exciting events such as the visit from Governor Ralph Northam, the start of winter sports, and the concerts by the band, orchestra, and choir program.

State Bird of the Old Dominion: Another Opinion

December 6, 2021

In 1950, the northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) was established as the state bird of Virginia. With its vivid red color and tufted head, the cardinal is instantly recognizable and it is easy to see why Virginia would pick a bird that stands out among other garden-variety fowl. Since its establishment, the cardinal has become a beloved figure not only for its stunning plumage but also as a symbol of Virginia state pride. So if all of this is true, why should Virginia change its state bird?

A Recap of the Principal’s Chat

November 5, 2021

On October 27, Alexandria City High School Executive Principal Peter Balas hosted the first principal’s chat for the 2021-22 school year. After some brief introductions and announcements of upcoming events for the school’s sports teams, Balas got down to business, discussing major new developments and answering questions from parents.

Student Guide to the Alexandria City School Board Elections: District C

October 7, 2021

On November 2, Alexandria City voters will head to the polls for the general election, which includes the contest for School Board. The election is nonpartisan and candidates are divided into three districts: A, B, and C, with each district electing three representatives for a total of nine School Board members who each serve a three-year term. The School Board is responsible for setting Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) policy for the schools and making sure that policy is clearly communicated to the community and followed within the schools.

Student Guide to the Alexandria City School Board Elections: District B

October 7, 2021

On November 2, Alexandria City voters will head to the polls for the general election, which includes the contest for School Board. The election is nonpartisan and candidates are divided into three districts: A, B, and C, with each district electing three representatives for a total of nine School Board members who each serve a three-year term. The School Board is responsible for setting Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) policy for the schools and making sure that policy is clearly communicated to the community and followed within the schools.

Student Guide to the Alexandria City School Board Elections: District A

October 7, 2021

On November 2, Alexandria City voters will head to the polls for the general election, which includes the contest for School Board. The election is nonpartisan and candidates are divided into three districts: A, B, and C, with each district electing three representatives for a total of nine School Board members who each serve a three-year term. The School Board is responsible for setting Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) policy for the schools and making sure that policy is clearly communicated to the community and followed within the schools.

Student Guide to the June 8 Alexandria Democratic Primary

June 2, 2021

Ethan Gotsch and Jacqueline Lutz On June 8, Alexandria City voters will head to the polls for the Democratic primary election to choose the Democratic mayor and City Council candidates. The winners...

ACPS School Board Changes Distancing Requirements

April 14, 2021

Ethan Gotsch Going against the guidance of Superintendent Gregory Hutchings, the ACPS School Board passed a motion on April 8 that will change the physical distancing requirements between students...