Alleghany County Public Schools

Summer School 2020 Press Release

Immunization Information for Rising 6th and 7th graders

Summer Feeding Program

PLAN FOR REOPENING ALLEGHANY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 
The Governor released his plan to re-open schools this fall.  Based on that information, our Future of Learning and Education Crew (FLEC), who continue to be tasked with designing the re-opening of school, will continue to work and adjust the plan based on this new information.  The work group, composed of a variety of staff, parents, and students, is committed to providing our children with the best education possible based on the guidelines established by the Virginia Department of Education and the Virginia Department of Health.  

Alleghany County Public Schools (ACPS) is preparing for 3 possible scenarios:
1. all students returning to school for instruction;
2. all instruction will be completely virtual; or 
3. a combination of the previous two.  

Educational plans for students with special needs will be developed based on the child’s individual needs. The school division is also considering beginning the school year after Labor Day to allow for more time to decide which scenario is best for our children and families.

ACPS will also offer a virtual learning program option once school “re-opens” for students who cannot return to the buildings even in a limited capacity per Phase II or Phase III guidance from Governor Northam.  The method of delivery may vary depending on grade level and student need. Our commitment to working through the COVID-19 impact and providing an equitable system of public education is unwavering.  The ACPS Instructional Plan for 2020-2021 will be published to our website as soon as it is finalized within the next few weeks.  Please call the School Board Office should you have any questions.

Alleghany County Public Schools will start to administer their previously postponed Kindergarten Screenings for the 2020-2021 school year during the months of June and July. According to Virginia law a child must have reached his/her fifth birthday by September 30, 2020 in order to enroll in Kindergarten.  Alleghany County Public Schools offer a Junior-Kindergarten program for children who reach their fifth birthday by December 31, 2020.  Schools will begin contacting parents to schedule the screenings of all students who attended our Kindergarten Orientations in February 2020. If your child was not present, please notify the school so that we may plan a date to have this screening completed. If you have not been contacted by June 26, 2020, please notify the school concerning this request. Callaghan Elementary, Mountain View Elementary, and Sharon Elementary Schools dates/times will be independently communicated by each school as to accommodate the public as best possible.   For more information, please feel free to call the elementary school in your attendance zone or Sherman Callahan, Director of Elementary Instruction, at 863-1809 at the Alleghany County School Board Office.

 Notice is hereby given that Alleghany County Public Schools intends to destroy Alternate Assessments (VAAP and VGLA) for any students participating in these assessments prior to the 2018-2019 school year.  All grade 3 through 7 assessments and grade 8 social studies and science assessments will be destroyed July 21, 2020.  Any parent or student 18 years or older may review and/or receive these records by contacting Fred Vaughan or Debbie Henderson at the School Board Office at 540-863-1800 to schedule an appointment prior to July 10, 2020.

ACPS Home Internet Connection Survey 

Future of Education in the Alleghany Highlands Livestream: Replay

FAQ for Parents and Students

For Mental Wellness

VA TV Classroom

Virtual Learning (Chromebooks) Technical Support Phone Numbers

COVID-19: Parent Guide for School Age Children

COVID-19 Information from Alleghany County Public Schools
Instructional and Division Operational Information can be found at the link above.
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Updated Special Education Procedures Manual: Please Click here to View

Alleghany County Public Schools is committed to continuous school improvement. With that being said, the results of our staff engagement, parent satisfaction, and student engagement surveys as well as the action plans for continuous improvement are linked here. Please review the results and contacts us should you have any questions.

Required School Immunization Schedule

Alleghany County Public Schools (ACPS) values diversity in teaching and learning and works together to meet students where they are to support them in achieving their highest potential. ACPS provides a nurturing environment that incorporates 21^st Century skills to develop life-long learners who are well-rounded citizens. ACPS also celebrates our successes.

Mission Statement
Alleghany County Public Schools is committed to preparing all students to graduate.  Students will:

• Be well rounded and productive citizens;
• Master 21^st Century skills;
• Exhibit a strong work ethic;
• Work collaboratively to accomplish team goals;
• Utilize effective communication skills;
• Demonstrate self-confidence in creative and constructive decision making; and
• Be dedicated to lifelong learning.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Alleghany County School Board and Alleghany County Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or other medical conditions, political affiliation, gender, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or status as a veteran in its programs and activities.  The following have been designated as the contacts regarding compliance issues associated with this non-discrimination policy and compliance with Title IX:  Fred Vaughan, Director of Human Resources and Pupil Personnel and Kelly Huff, Director of Secondary Instruction.  For questions and compliance with Section 504 and ADA, contact Elizabeth Heath, Director of Special Education.  Alleghany County School Board Office, 100 Central Circle/P.O. Drawer 140, Low Moor, Virginia 24457. 540-863-1800.

Freedom of Information Act

  FOIA contact:   Lorie Bess, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent.  Mrs. Bess may be reached by phone at (540) 863-1800 or by email at lbess@alleghany.k12.va.us

 Virginia Department of Education

  ​​Student Quality Profiles

  ACPS Parent/Student Handbook

Inclement Weather Procedures

Alleghany County Public Schools has conformed to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA.

Following these guidelines will make the ACPS web content accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities and more usable to users in general.