Education

Arlington Named Second Most Educated City in the U.S.

Arlington has the nation's highest rate of bachelor's and advanced degrees, and the lowest high school dropout rate, per a study by Forbes Advisor.

Teachers We Love

Seasoned educators share stories and takeaways from their many years on the job.

AI Has Entered the Classroom. Are We Ready?

Generative AI has made its way into K-12 schools whether we like it or not. Here's how teachers and students are using the technology.

Arlington Adds Speed Cameras to 10 School Zones

The PhotoSPEED program aims to improve road and crosswalk safety by encouraging drivers to slow down for students.

Where Arlington’s Class of 2024 Applied to College

Which colleges and universities were most popular among this year's graduates? A look at the numbers.

How Many Arlington Grads Get Into Ivy League Schools?

Not many. Here's a look at recent application and acceptance data reported by APS students.

20 Most Popular Out-of-State Colleges for Arlington Grads

Outside of Virginia, these schools received the most applications from Arlington's Class of 2023.

20 Most Popular Colleges for Arlington’s Class of 2023

These schools received the most applications from APS seniors last year.
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Making School a ‘Happy Place’

John and Joyce Wanda grew up in poverty and left Uganda. Their commitment to education took them back.

Remembering Arlington’s ‘Experiment in Free-Form Education’

Half a century ago, this short-lived experiment in student-directed learning was a precursor to the creation of H-B Woodlawn.

Teachers We Love

Six local educators share their favorite stories, revelations and the life lessons they've learned on the job.

Why Is Private School Enrollment on the Rise?

Northern Virginia is known for its excellent public schools, but private school interest is ticking up. For some, Covid was a tipping point.