Arlington Community Schools

𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐂𝐒 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟔 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫

For the past 11 years, Arlington Community Schools has proudly served Lakeland high school students through our interlocal agreement with the Lakeland School System. While our towns may be separate, our mission has always been the same: to provide an exceptional educational experience for every student who walked through our doors.

Together, with students from Arlington, Lakeland and beyond, we’ve built something special at Arlington High School. More than 6,000 students have passed through Arlington High’s halls during this time, shaping our award-winning fine arts programs, advancing athletic teams to state-level competition and helping launch future-ready pathways like our state-recognized health sciences program, business management track, film and journalism courses and the AHSTEMHub. That includes industry-standard labs in machining, mechatronics, welding, cybersecurity and much more. Our students’ contributions are woven into the very identity of AHS.

Over the past 11 years, it hasn’t mattered 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 our students lived - it mattered that they were 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 with us. Thinking, creating, achieving and shaping our future together. Our programs thrive because of the passion and excellence of all our students, and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish in the decade ahead.

As we look to the future, Lakeland School System has indicated it will dissolve the interlocal agreement with ACS at the end of the 2025–26 school year, as it expands its own high school to serve grades 9–12.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐈’𝐦 𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐇𝐒 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔?

We can’t wait to see you for an exciting year! Whether you’re an entering freshman or returning student who currently lives in Lakeland, you can remain part of the Arlington family.

All Lakeland students are welcome to attend AHS for the 2025-2026 school year through our standard ACS Registration process – no non-resident application is required!

Students from Lakeland who are enrolled at AHS during the 2025–2026 school year and continue to meet eligibility requirements for academics, attendance and behavior will not need to complete a non-resident transfer application in future years. You’ll register just like you always have.

𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐂𝐒 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔?

Yes. Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, new Lakeland students wishing to attend ACS are invited to apply through our Non-Resident Admission Program, which considers academic performance, attendance and behavior. Approved non-resident students may attend ACS at no cost!

We would be honored to continue serving any family – from Lakeland or elsewhere – who shares our belief in student-centered excellence and wants to be part of the Arlington story.

We’re proud to be a destination district, one that families seek out because of our passionate teachers and staff, strong programs and record of student success.

To all the students and families we have served and continue to serve – thank you. You’ve helped build the momentum that will carry Arlington into its next chapter.

And to those still looking for a school that sees your potential, we invite you to be a part of ours. 💙

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AHS senior Abigail Cronau has been selected as Tennessee’s State Representative for the National Student Council – a historic first for AHS, as she takes on a national leadership role with the organization!

After a competitive, multi-step application process, Abby was chosen to represent Tennessee students on the national stage. She’ll participate in monthly meetings with student leaders from across the country, bringing the voices and ideas of her peers to important conversations about education and leadership.

It’s a personal milestone for Abby, a huge win for student voice and an moment for AHS!

Click to read Abby’s full story!

AHS student selected as TN state rep for National Student Council Abigail Cronau is the first in school history to earn a national office with the organization, stepping into a statewide advocacy role for student voices.

A MBL All-Star and an A-Town All-Star! Way to go, ACS Alum Hunter Goodman!

🌟 HUNTER GOODMAN IS AN ALL-STAR 🌟

"Summer break" isn't really a thing around our campuses for the operations department - those guys seem to work year-round! Thanks to The Daily Memphian for highlighting the investments we're making across our campuses this summer.

These capital projects are forward-thinking investments designed to meet real, long-term needs...enhancing safety and security, improving efficiency and upgrading facilities and programs to better serve students. They also ensure ACS remains competitive with public and private schools across the region and state.

Dive further below 👇 in the comments and be sure to read the article for more insight!

Arlington schools upgrades open 'pathways for all students' With the students away, Arlington Community Schools gets to work with summertime projects that freshen up current amenities and expand extracurricular options for students.

Learning got a little 𝑾𝑰𝑳𝑫𝑬𝑹 this June at ACS! 🐾 Our Wild About Animals Summer Camp ended with a ROAR today - shoutout to our amazing teachers and support staff who made it all possible! 💙

Over the past four weeks, elementary campers explored some of the world's most adorable, gigantic, scary and downright disgusting animals, and they turned that wild inspiration into hands-on STEM fun. From cute creature creations and giant squids to shark traps, slimy slug races and mini zoos, each activity reinforced skills from the school year while sparking fresh curiosity for the one ahead.

Meanwhile, our middle school campers tackled a full-scale STEM design challenge: researching, planning and building protected zoo enclosures. They observed real zoo layouts, studied animal needs and engineered enclosures that brought together science, creativity and problem-solving.

We wrapped it all up with today’s parent showcase, where families stepped into the wild and saw firsthand how much their students had explored, built and learned!

NEW: Arlington High has tapped a new head coach for boys and girls soccer - Coach Chris Cook! With 25+ years of experience and a passion for developing the whole player, Coach Cook is ready to get to work here in Arlington!

From serving as Director of Soccer for clubs like TN Rush and the West TN Futbol Club to middle school programs at Lakeland Prep, Coach Cook is known for connecting strong fundamentals with a big-picture vision.

"I've followed the Arlington program for years and have coached a lot of players who came through it," he said. "I believe Arlington is primed to compete not just locally, but at the state level. There’s a lot of potential here, and I’m honored to be trusted with that opportunity."

Read more 👇 about Coach Cook's vision to build a tight-knit soccer community from club, middle to high...right here in Arlington! He also looks forward to connecting with players and families during AHS girls soccer tryouts, set for July 8–9 from 8:00 to 10:00 AM at the AHS Soccer Field. Boys tryout information will be announced in the coming weeks.

Welcome to Arlington, Coach Chris Cook!

AHS taps Chris Cook as head boys and girls soccer coach Most recently the coach for Lakeland middle programs, Coach Cook also has extensive experience in club-level programs in the Mid-South.