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This week, we're welcoming the newest members of the Albemarle County Public Schools family! 🍎 Through New Teacher Academy, our educators are building connections, exploring our mission, and gaining the tools they'll use to help every student learn and thrive. Welcome to ACPS!
✂️ It’s official! We celebrated a major milestone this morning with the ribbon cutting for Mountain View Upper Elementary — ACPS’s first new school facility in 24 years.
We can’t wait to welcome students on Aug. 12!
🔗 Read more: https://k12albemarle.info/4vIZfx7
07/09/2026
🏫 Exciting progress is being made on two new ACPS school facilities!
Construction is nearing completion at Mountain View Upper Elementary and ACE Academy – Lambs Lane Campus as we prepare to welcome students for the 2026-27 school year.
Read the full update: https://k12albemarle.info/3T6smgc
07/08/2026
Summer can bring unique challenges for students and families. Through ACPS' partnership with Cartwheel, students can access virtual mental health counseling throughout the summer.
Learn more about Cartwheel, how to get started, and additional family resources: https://k12albemarle.info/4vVlIrV
Ready to get started? Submit a referral: https://www.cartwheel.org/district/albemarle-county-public-schools?state=Virginia&district=Albemarle+County+Public+Schools&districtName=Albemarle+County+Public+Schools&district_slug=albemarle-county-public-schools
M-Cubed (Math, Men, and Mission) Summer Academy - one of the ways our young people got a jump on future success this summer. This was no ordinary summer camp! 100 Black Men of Central Virginia
06/25/2026
We're excited to partner with the Albemarle Foundation for Education for this year's Back to School Bash!
Mark your calendar for Aug. 9, and check out the original post below for all the details. We hope to see you there! 🎒📚
06/23/2026
As we prepare for the 2026-27 school year, Acting Superintendent Dr. Chandra Hayes has shared a message with students, families, staff, and community members about her priorities and commitment to ACPS.
Read the full message: https://k12albemarle.info/3QD3nQH
06/17/2026
The Albemarle County School Board has appointed Dr. Chandra Hayes as Acting Superintendent of Albemarle County Public Schools, effective immediately.
Dr. Hayes will serve as Acting Superintendent during the 2026-27 school year while the School Board conducts a search for the division’s next permanent superintendent.
The Board selected Dr. Hayes to provide steady leadership and support for our students, staff, families and schools during this important time for our division.
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Hayes to her new role.
Read the full announcement: https://k12albemarle.info/3SsMs3W
06/15/2026
Please join us in congratulating three incredible educators on their new roles as elementary school principals in ACPS! 🎉
Each of these leaders brings a deep commitment to students, strong relationships with families and staff, and a passion for creating school communities where every child can thrive.
We’re excited for the future of these schools and can't wait to see the impact they'll have in the years ahead!
Read more about each appointment:
ACPS Announces Principal Appointments for Three Elementary Schools News Board - Albemarle County School District
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