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Charles Barrett Elementary School
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Charles Barrett is an elementary school with a strong arts-integrated academic program, dedicated staff, committed local community and a diverse student body. The staff of Charles Barrett provides a program of academic excellence, social-emotional learning and equity. Our dynamic, research-based instructional approach is a unique blend of arts-integrated learning and language acquisition strategies, which facilitate deep learning for all students.
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ACPS kindergarten registration process gets underway for the 2025-26 school year on April 23, 2025, for all division elementary schools. We encourage families to register early as it helps to ensure the school division has the teachers, staff and resources needed to support every student.
ACPS kindergarten registration process gets underway for the 2025-26 school year on April 23, 2025, for all division elementary schools. We encourage families to register early as it helps to ensure the school division has the teachers, staff and resources needed to support every student.
![Dr.Kay-Wyatt]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743781102/acpsk12vaus/c6pohrvif3j5sxkfo5zh/Thumnailsequance00_00_28_19Still006.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743781102/acpsk12vaus/c6pohrvif3j5sxkfo5zh/Thumnailsequance00_00_28_19Still006.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743781102/acpsk12vaus/c6pohrvif3j5sxkfo5zh/Thumnailsequance00_00_28_19Still006.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743781102/acpsk12vaus/c6pohrvif3j5sxkfo5zh/Thumnailsequance00_00_28_19Still006.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1743781102/acpsk12vaus/c6pohrvif3j5sxkfo5zh/Thumnailsequance00_00_28_19Still006.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743781102/acpsk12vaus/c6pohrvif3j5sxkfo5zh/Thumnailsequance00_00_28_19Still006.jpg","width":1920}])
ACPS celebrates National Volunteer Month this April by reflecting on the power of volunteerism to build communities.
ACPS kindergarten registration process gets underway for the 2025-26 school year on April 23, 2025, for all division elementary schools. We encourage families to register early as it helps to ensure the school division has the teachers, staff and resources needed to support every student.
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Learn about calendar reminders and upcoming community events for April.
![Anne R. Lipnick Awards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711033876/acpsk12vaus/yyz2tpy2gpdfksbsnvej/lipnickaward.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711033876/acpsk12vaus/yyz2tpy2gpdfksbsnvej/lipnickaward.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711033876/acpsk12vaus/yyz2tpy2gpdfksbsnvej/lipnickaward.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1711033876/acpsk12vaus/yyz2tpy2gpdfksbsnvej/lipnickaward.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1711033876/acpsk12vaus/yyz2tpy2gpdfksbsnvej/lipnickaward.jpg","width":1400}])
The Special Education Advisory Committee is accepting nominations through Sun., April 27, 2025, for the Anne R. Lipnick Awards for Specialized Instruction.
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ACPS fourth grade students learn basic baseball skills thanks to the partnership with Alexandria Little League.
![Registration for ACPS Summer Learning Program Is Now Open]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741967394/acpsk12vaus/whpvbkwozijzfm4vu85p/summer-learning-WEB.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741967394/acpsk12vaus/whpvbkwozijzfm4vu85p/summer-learning-WEB.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741967394/acpsk12vaus/whpvbkwozijzfm4vu85p/summer-learning-WEB.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741967394/acpsk12vaus/whpvbkwozijzfm4vu85p/summer-learning-WEB.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741967394/acpsk12vaus/whpvbkwozijzfm4vu85p/summer-learning-WEB.jpg","width":1400}])
Registration for ACPS Summer Learning 2025 is now open.
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The Heart Work campaign recognizes and celebrates the unwavering dedication of our educators and staff.
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Ensure your child’s emergency contact information is up-to-date.
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ACPS Fast Facts
Learn more about Charles Barrett Elementary School
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Total enrollment
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Years in operation
The original Barrett School opened on Oct. 25, 1943