A School Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 13, 2018

Submitted by ACPS on Fri, 08/10/2018 - 10:42

A School Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 6:00 PM in the board room of the School Administration Office.

All Students Entering 6th Grade Must Have Tdap Immunization

Submitted by ACPS on Tue, 07/17/2018 - 13:17
Virginia law requires that all students entering sixth grade have a Tdap booster immunization prior to entry into school. Additionally, all new students enrolling in grades seven, eight, and nine must have had the Tdap booster prior to the start of school. Parents should consult with their health provider or the local health department if they have questions. 
 

AMHERST COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CHOOSES NEW SUPERINTENDENT AS EDUCATIONAL LEADER

Submitted by ACPS on Fri, 07/06/2018 - 15:39

Amherst's new Superintendent is pictured

2017-2018 Parent Survey for Parents of Students with Special Needs

Submitted by ACPS on Wed, 03/14/2018 - 11:04
Parents, your opinion counts! The online survey is now open and is available for completion in:
 
 
and 
 

Summer School Information 2018

Attention: ACPS will not be offering the following summer programs due to construction projects:
  • Summer Tech Academy 
  • 5th and 8th grade Transition Programs
Secondary Summer School (high school and all credit bearing middle school courses) will be held at Amherst Education Center (AEC) from June 4 – June 29 for students; five days a week Monday-Friday, from 8:00-12:00.
  • Project Graduation will be held at AEC from July 16 – July 27; five days a week Monday-Friday 1/2 days  

Kindergarten Registration 2018-2019

Submitted by ACPS on Thu, 02/08/2018 - 10:50

Download the registration flyer here

Registration days for Amherst County children eligible to enroll in kindergarten in the Amherst County Public Schools for the 2018-2019 school year will be held on the dates listed below. Children have to be age 5 on or before September 30, 2018, in order to enroll in kindergarten for the 2018-2019 school year.

Smart Start Preschool Program Information – Now Accepting Applications for the 2018-2019 School Year

Submitted by ACPS on Wed, 01/03/2018 - 12:09
Free, full day Pre-School for your 4 year old (must be 4 by Sept. 30, 2018)
 
3 Locations:
 
Madison Heights Elementary
Central Elementary
Amelon Elementary
 
Program Enrollment limited to: 90 Students, 18 in each class.
 
No Cost Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack. All school supplies provided. School Bus Transportation included on a limited basis.
 
Program meets all Virginia State Standards for Pre-School education.
 

Safety and Security in Amherst County Public Schools

Submitted by ACPS on Thu, 11/16/2017 - 13:25

Read more informaiton from the Superintendent about Safety and Secuirty in Amherst County Public Schools

WE NEED YOU!

Submitted by ACPS on Fri, 10/27/2017 - 15:31

Substitutes are needed in all schools and bus drivers are needed in the transportation department. Please click here for more information. 

All Students Entering Sixth-Grade Must Have Tdap Immunization

Submitted by ACPS on Tue, 07/18/2017 - 15:14
Virginia law requires that all students entering sixth-grade have a tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) booster immunization prior to entry into school. Additionally, all new students enrolling into grades seven, eight, and nine must also have a Tdap booster dose.