Recent News

Arlington Public Schools Welcomes New Leaders

This year’s new staff includes the new Deputy Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, several district-level Directors, two elementary principals, assistant principals at Brackett and Ottoson, and a middle school Special Education Coordinator.

“SOS” Suicide Prevention Program Increases Knowledge and Provides Tools

The evidence-based “SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program” educates middle school students on the signs of depression and anxiety in themselves and others and provides tools for action.

METCO Students Build Connections, Learn, and Enjoy Activities at SummerFun!

Transportation and on-site support enabled APS Boston-based students to join friends and make new ones during Arlington Community Education’s “SummerFun!” program.

AHS International Exchange Program Welcomes Students from Eight Countries

Arlington High School’s active and popular exchange program brings high school students from around the world into the community where they study, participate in sports, join clubs, perform community service, and contribute to the cultural diversity of the school environment.

Federal Grant Supports School and Community Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Thanks to a SAMHSA grant, the Arlington Mental Health Initiative to train a variety of school and community resources who interface with children to recognize and get assistance for young people struggling with mental health or substance use challenges begins this year.

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Back to School Outdoor Gathering Celebrates Inclusion, Community, and Connection

Activities, music, food, conversation, and fun were all part of the Back to School Outdoor Gathering, the first APS LGBTQIA+ Rainbow Leadership Task Force event of the year.

New AEF Grants Support Strategic Plan Implementation and Updated Technology for AHS Instrumental Students

Recent Arlington Education Foundation Grants support shared leadership in strategic plan implementation and digital resources for Performing Arts instrumentalists.

Summer ELL students doing yoga together

Summer English Language Learner (SELL) Program is a Fun, No-Risk Environment that Previews and Promotes Language Learning

Free to all incoming English Language Learners entering grades one through five, SELL uses hands-on activities that enable students to learn language and content while making friends and gaining an understanding of what school is like in the US.

Arlington Public Schools Named 2023 Mass Save® Climate Leader

Arlington Public Schools Named 2023 Mass Save® Climate Leader for Outstanding Commitment to Energy Efficiency
Recognition highlights Arlington Public Schools’ continued efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and leading the state to a clean energy future.

Isobel Maksoudian standing on the stage of the Big Questions competition along with a woman standing to the right of her, and a man holding his forehead to the right and behind her.

AHS Debater Captures First Place in Big Questions at National Debate Competition

After four days of debating competitors from across North America, Arlington High School student Isobel Maksoudian followed her 5-0 record in the semifinals with a win that made her the national champion.

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