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Alexandria Public Schools Receive Full Accreditation

For the first time in 20 years all public schools in Alexandria have full received accreditation. The Jefferson Houston School and T.C. Williams High School, the lone schools who did not meet accreditation standards became the new additions to the group following a release by the Virginia Department of Education. Full accreditation means that the schools meet or exceed state standards or have shown at least sufficient improvement. Superintendent Gregory C Hutchins stated that "this kind of success doesn't happen by chance nor does it happen overnight." While the public schools system is happy for the success of all the schools the superintendent believes there is more work to be done. https://wtop.com/alexandria/2019/10/for-first-time-all-alexandria-schools-receive-accreditation/ Continue reading

Why Alexandria Knolls Condominiums?

Condos in Alexandria Knolls Alexandria Knolls Condominium is a high rise 18 story building that was built in 1975. The building is located at 6101 Edsall Rd in West End Alexandria. The condominiums contain 1 and 2 bedroom units with 1.5 bathroom and 2 bathrooms respectively. The units feature spacious living rooms with walk-in closets and 40 foot balconies which makes it a perfect area for entertaining. Alexandria Knolls is closely located to a wide array of restaurants, shopping centers and entertainment facilities. There are a number of grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, coffee shops and Landmark Mall all within close proximity of the community. Continue reading

Alexandria Budget Changes to Affect Schools, Recycling and Transportation Fees

Alexandria VA
Market Square at City Hall
The City of Alexandria has made some changes to its budget for the 202 fiscal year. The budget changes will affect schools, transportation, recycling and taxes. Public Schools in Alexandria will get an increase in operating funds from $7.8 million to $231.7 million which is an increase of 3.5%. The fees for trash and recycling will increase from $373 to $411 which is an increase of 10.2%. This increase in fees is as a result of higher contractor costs and a new recycling standards by China. DASH bus fares will possibly see an increase to $2 from a quarter with the monthly pass increasing from $45 to $50. Continue reading

James K. Polk Elementary School District

James K. Polk Elementary School is located at 5000 Polk Avenue in Alexandria, Virginia 22304. The phone number is Tel: 703-461-4180 / Fax: 703-751-8614. James K. Polk Elementary School was built in 1965. It is located on the west side of the city and is situated on a 13 acre campus. Its most recent renovation occurred in 1994 and included a new library, office, computer lab, wired classrooms and a secured main entrance. Polk has its own school constitution, Polk student pledge, and student designed school flag. Check here to find homes by school district.