Albemarle County Public Schools

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:

News Board - Albemarle County School District

06/12/2026

Congratulations to this year's Virginia National Bank's 2026 Finance Career & Leadership Academy graduates!

Albemarle High's Emma Lau and Anya Piskunova, Western Albemarle's Olivia Moore, this year's valedictorian, and Monticello's Skye Cuellar were celebrated for their hard work on May 29.

Learn more about their work here: https://www.vnb.com/blog/detail/congratulations-to-the-2026-graduates-of-vnbs-finance-career-leadership-academy

06/11/2026

Join us today, June 11, for a Regular School Board Meeting. The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. in Lane Auditorium at the County Office Building. All community members are welcome to attend.

Stream: http://streaming.k12albemarle.org/ACPS/schoolboard.htm
Agenda: https://esb.k12albemarle.org/

06/11/2026

Looking for a career where you can make a difference every day?

Join us this Saturday at the ACPS Career Fair & Expo! Meet with hiring managers, learn about current openings, and explore opportunities to join our team. Whether you're an experienced educator, support professional, or considering a career change, we'd love to meet you.

📅 Saturday, June 13
📍 1400 Independence Way, Charlottesville, VA 22902
🔗 Learn more and register: https://sites.google.com/k12albemarle.org/acpscareerfairexpo/home

Come see why ACPS is a great place to learn, work, and grow!

06/02/2026

Four days into summer break and the fun is just getting started! ☀️😎

We hope you’re all settling in, catching up on rest, and making great memories. As you dive into week one, don't forget to keep those minds active too. Grab a great book, explore something new outside, and keep learning. Continue to enjoy your summer, everyone! 🍦🏖️

06/01/2026

🌟 Please join us in congratulating our Quarter 4 Game Changer Award winners.

🏆 Regina Anderson — English Learner Teacher, Hollymead Elementary
🏆 Tommy Bertram — Physics Teacher, ACE Academy – Seminole Place
🏆 Sara Dusenberry — Senior Data Systems Analyst, Technology
🏆 Brittany Ham — PE Teacher, Broadus Wood Elementary
🏆 Sarah Hayward — Reading Specialist, Western Albemarle High
🏆 Ann Lancaster — Special Education Teacher, Special Education

Thank you for making a difference every day and for your dedication to supporting students, staff, and our school communities!

05/28/2026

Tomorrow, Friday, May 29, is the last day of school! It is also half day for all students! 🎉

⏰ Dismissal times:
• 11:30 a.m. — All elementary schools & half-day Special Needs Pre-K programs
• 12:05 p.m. — Trailhead Learning Community
• 12:15 p.m. — ACE Academy – Seminole Place
• 12:30 p.m. — Community Lab School
• 12:50 p.m. — All high schools
• 1:05 p.m. — All middle schools

We wish all ACPS students, families, and employees a safe, restful, and enjoyable summer break! ☀️

05/28/2026

Join us today, May 28, for a Regular School Board Meeting. The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. in Lane Auditorium at the County Office Building. All community members are welcome to attend.
Stream: http://streaming.k12albemarle.org/ACPS/schoolboard.htm
Agenda: https://esb.k12albemarle.org/