You may have heard that Alexandria City Public Schools has designated April 21 as a non-school day for students. I want to take a few minutes to explain that decision directly — what went into it, why this particular election is different from others we have navigated before, and why the School Board believes this is the right call even as we remain deeply committed to keeping students in classrooms.

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...

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