Alexandria Country Day School is a dynamic independent day school for girls and boys from kindergart Stephens & St.
The educational experience of a K-8 school has been shown to be one of the healthiest and most productive for all children, and the ACDS community exemplifies all the elements of the best K-8 schools: a well-rounded education, small classes, engaged and experienced teachers, an academically-challenging curriculum, a competitive inclusive athletics program, and a supportive parent community. With t
Operating as usual
03/21/2025
Middle School students took a week-long break from academics to explore their surrounding communities. Groups of students explored nature preserves, local landmarks, museums, and art performances. Other groups covered mile upon mile of hiking and biking trails. In all courses, students were challenged to stretch themselves, try new skills, and work as a team.
03/21/2025
A week of new experiences allowed lower school students to learn firsthand how it feels to try something new, get out of their comfort zones, and put their resilience to the test. Some classes explored local parks for birdwatching and picnics, while others learned to square dance and use sign language. All Lower School students tried their hand at taekwondo, built sculptures with their newly acquired woodworking skills, and experimented with new recipes during cooking lessons. The week wrapped up with a celebration of our new interests, skills, and accomplishments!
03/14/2025
It was a great middle school Band Concert and Art Show last night!
03/14/2025
Wishing all who celebrate a wonderful Holi! May your life always be filled with the colors of joy and happiness.
03/13/2025
Bravo to our sixth graders on two great nights of Speeches & Sweets!
03/13/2025
Fifth graders did a fantastic job at their Argument Fair this morning.
03/07/2025
Congratulations to our 7th graders on two fantastic nights of Speeches & Sweets!
03/06/2025
League Champions!! Way to go, Bobcats!
03/04/2025
8th grade Science Fair! Come check out their projects at 6pm!
02/28/2025
Ramadan Kareem to our Muslim community members.
02/25/2025
Fourth graders hosted an Extreme Weather Information fair this morning. Students used their public speaking skills to share what they have learned with their parents and fellow students.
02/20/2025
Bravo to the cast and crew of The Mystery of the Missing Letter, our 5th & 6th grade play! Come see them perform tonight at 6:30!
02/19/2025
Second graders led this month’s Lower School Gathering with a lesson about Ruby Bridges in recognition of Black History Month. The students also shared ways they could be brave like Ruby.
02/17/2025
Way to go to these Bobcats for helping their neighbors!
Some people just love to shovel out their neighbors!
https://thezebra.org/2025/02/12/snow-buddies-in-alexandria-hear-the-call/
02/07/2025
Bravo to our Student Showcase performers!! Thank you for sharing your talents with us!
"We learn and we grow and we innovate together." See how our Lower School teachers engage their students in joyful learning in this video created by alumnus Blake Bynum '04 and Rainwood Media.
01/29/2025
We wish those in our community who are celebrating a Happy Lunar New Year!
01/23/2025
Spelling Bee!! Congratulations to our winner and everyone who got up there and spelled!
