Governance

By: Kelly Carmichael Booz and Dr. Ashley Simpson Baird Nearly three years ago, we wrote about why the Alexandria City School Board was considering staggered terms . Since then, a lot has happened—and a lot hasn't. We're writing this update because there is growing community energy around School Board reform, and we want to make sure that energy is informed by the full picture. We welcome it. Parents are paying attention, organizing, and speaking up at City Council meetings. T

04.09.26 Governance Committee Update

A quick explainer on what the Governance Committee is and does

03.26.26 Governance Committee Update

02.19.26 Governance Committee Report

Virginia’s school funding formula plays a major role in class sizes, staffing, and student supports in Alexandria City Public Schools. This explainer breaks down how the Standards of Quality (SOQ) and Local Composite Index work, what the state’s own research found, and why Alexandria funds a significantly larger share of its schools than most Virginia localities.

On July 10, 2025 the School Board in an 8-0 vote (Board Member Ryan Rena was absent), elected Christopher (Chris) Harris to his first,...

On July 10, 2025 the School Board in an 8-0 vote (Board Member Ryan Rena was absent), elected Michelle Rief to her third, one year, term...

Kelly Carmichael Booz (Vice Chair) and Dr. Michelle Rief (Chair) Statement read on June 12, 2025, at the final School Board meeting for the 2024-2025 school year. As we wrap up our final School Board meeting of the school year, I want to take a brief moment to share a few personal reflections. Our next meeting will be our reorganization meeting, and I want to share that I’ve chosen not to run again for Vice Chair. This has not been an easy decision. Serving in this role has b

By: Kelly Carmichael Booz and Dr. Ashley Simpson-Baird Every Spring and Fall Americans collectively grumble when daylight savings...