Summer 2024
A message from Superintendent Sweeting
Dear Arlington Families and Community,
We finished the 2024 school year celebrating our amazing seniors. 36 students graduated from Weston High School, and 338 students graduated from Arlington High School. It is the ultimate joy to cheer for the students accomplishing this important milestone and shake each of their hands. The successes of these graduating seniors, and every student in Arlington, is fostered by the commitment of our dedicated staff, supportive families and wonderful community.
We also finished the year filled with gratitude to our Arlington community for supporting the approval of two levies in February. These levies will support essential operational needs and selected capital projects, including new roofs at several schools. Another capital need, yet to be approved, is funding to replace Post Middle School. Post Middle School has talented staff and rich learning is taking place there, but the school facility is deficient and inadequate. The Arlington School Board approved bringing to voters a capital levy in November 2024 dedicated to replacing Post Middle School.
Each year, I honor a high school student who exemplifies being a servant leader. This year’s Superintendent Servant Leadership Scholarship Award was given to Camden Matters. Camden is a humble leader who serves others above self. In addition to Camden, we have so many talented and amazing students. Over $700,000 of scholarships were awarded to our students to continue their education after high school.
Among our successes and celebrations, we are continuing to address significant areas of improvement and challenges including:
- Increasing academic performance and closing gaps in all areas, especially in math
- Increasing support for student behavior needs
- Increasing support for social/emotional and mental health needs
As we look for ways to address these challenges, your perspectives, feedback and involvement are needed. We have several ways you can share your perspectives and get involved, such as volunteering in the schools, becoming a member of a district committee, participating in a “Voices” opportunity and attending board meetings. For more information, please contact the superintendent’s office at 360-618-6202.
Not only do we value and need your perspectives, but we also hear directly from our students. This year, over 25 students participated on district committees, including the Student Advisory Council. They have helped us better understand what is happening at their schools, and what is helping and/or hindering their learning.
The district’s strategic plan continues to guide and drive our mission, goals, actions and direction focused on supporting the educational success of every Arlington student.
I hope you enjoy summer!
Dr. Chrys Sweeting
Superintendent
Arlington Public Schools