Anna Julia Cooper School

09/04/2026

Week 1 is in the books! Our Lions had a wonderful first week back filled with learning, discovery, and new connections. From engaging lessons and thoughtful discussions to hands-on activities and plenty of curiosity, it’s been an exciting start to the school year!

We’re so proud of the energy our students have brought to the classroom and can’t wait to see all they’ll learn, accomplish, and discover this year. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead! 💚🦁💙 Go Lions!

09/01/2026

✨ Day Two is in the books! ✨

Our Lions are officially back, and we couldn’t be happier to see our students and families back on campus! 💚🦁💙 From chalk-filled sidewalks welcoming our students back to the smiles, hugs, and excitement at morning drop-off, these first days of school have been filled with so much joy and energy.

09/01/2026

What a wonderful first day of school here at AJC! Our Lions are back and better than ever! We can’t wait to see all that the 2026–2027 school year has in store. Go Lions! 🦁💚💙

08/25/2026

We can’t wait to see you, Lions! See you on Monday, August 31st for the first day of the 2026-2027 school year. One school. One family. Limitless possibilities. 💚💙

08/24/2026

Summer recap! ☀️ On June 30, our AJC community gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting of our beautiful new Lower School at 2000 N. 29th Street!

From groundbreaking to grand opening in just 13 months, this incredible space is already transforming the AJC experience. This summer, we welcomed 133 K–5 students into their new classrooms—and expanded our second and third grades as we continue to grow.

We are so grateful to everyone whose generosity, partnership, and belief in our students made this milestone possible.

Hope Grows at Anna Julia Cooper School! 💚💙

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08/03/2026

We're honored to share this wonderful story from The Richmonder about the incredible journey of Anna Julia Cooper School and the lasting legacy of our founding Head of School, Mike Maruca.

As Mike begins his next chapter, we're filled with gratitude for all he has given to AJC and excited for the future that his vision made possible.

Thank you to The Richmonder for telling our story. Read the full article here: https://www.richmonder.org/anna-julia-cooper-school-founder-retires-school-he-started-keeps-growing/

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This summer they cut the ribbon on a brand-new, $14 million building — the latest addition to a campus that has spread across three buildings.

07/31/2026

It’s a good summer to be in 5th grade at AJC ☀️📖🐶🐾

05/18/2026

“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness.” — Oscar Wilde

In honor of his upcoming retirement, the staff had some fun with a Mike Maruca-inspired dress code today 👔

05/01/2026

We are hiring a Lower School Teacher’s Aide! Visit the link in our bio to apply. 💚💙

04/29/2026

Please join us for Spring Bash to wish Mr. Maruca well in his upcoming retirement! 💚💙

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an afternoon of good food, music, fun activities, and a bouncy house for the kids.

📅 May 2nd, 2026
⏰ 12:00–3:00 PM
📍 AJC Lower School Yard