Alexandria schools to remain closed Thursday; virtual learning continues
District still assessing conditions for safe return
Alexandria City Public Schools buildings will remain closed on Thursday, with students continuing synchronous virtual learning, the district announced Wednesday afternoon.
Superintendent Melanie Kay-Wyatt said the weekend’s snow and ice storm “created significant challenges in preparing our schools and facilities to safely welcome students and staff.” Building and bus inspections, pathway clearing and safety protocol verification are still underway.
“We will continue to assess the situation throughout the week,” Kay-Wyatt said. “Additional updates will be shared as soon as more information becomes available.”
What families need to know for Thursday
Students will attend live virtual classes via Zoom. Check Canvas or Clever by 8 a.m. for your child’s schedule. Attendance will be taken through logging in.
Students in grades 3-12 should have Chromebooks at home. No new content will be taught and grades will not be assigned. Grade posting has been delayed district-wide; a new date will be announced.
Virtual learning by grade level
PreK-2: Two to three hours of choice board activities
Grades 3-5: Four to five hours of synchronous instruction in literacy, math, science/social studies, and Encore
Grades 6-12: Four blocks followingthe regular bell schedule, with 45 minutes of live instruction per block followed by independent work
Teachers will provide virtual office hours. Services for students with disabilities and English learners will continue in accordance with individual plans.
Free meals available
To-go lunches are available at no cost to all children under 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at two locations:
Alexandria City High School, 3330 King St., Door 34 (across from garage)
Charles Barrett Elementary, 1115 Martha Custis Dr., main entrance
Student presence is requested at pickup.
For updates, visit acps.k12.va.us.