🎉 Congrats to Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Dr. Ty Byrd, the 2025 Leader of the Year! 🏆 Your visionary leadership, dedication to equity and empowering others make you an incredible force for change in our community.
#OneTeamOneAPS #APSExcellence

🎉 Congrats to Arlington Community High School’s Katherine Gracia-Larner, the 2025 Teacher of the Year! Your dedication to students, strong relationships and culturally responsive teaching ensure
#APSExcellence. We can't wait to celebrate you at the Celebration of Excellence! 👏 #OneTeamOneAPS

🎉 A big shout-out to Kenmore Middle School’s Octavia Knigge, the 2025 Assistant Principal of the Year! 🏆 Your leadership, dedication to student success and unwavering commitment to positive school culture make you a true standout. 👏 #OneTeamOneAPS #APSExcellence

🎉 Congrats to Cardinal Extended Day Supervisor Roxanna Hernandez-Torres (Roxy), the 2025 Support Employee of the Year! 🏆 Your dedication, outstanding customer service and positive impact on students and staff make you a true asset to the Cardinal community.👏 #OneTeamOneAPS #APSExcellence

🎉Huge congrats to Dorothy Hamm’s Ellen Smith, the 2025 Principal of the Year! 🏆 Your
visionary leadership, unwavering support for teachers, and commitment to student success set you apart. We look forward to honoring you at the Celebration of Excellence on May 28! 🎉
#OneTeamOneAPS #APSExcellence

Tonight, we gather to honor the outstanding educators and staff who make Arlington Public Schools a place where every student can thrive. Join me in celebrating our 2025 Employees of the Year at the annual Celebration of Excellence. Your dedication and passion inspire us all. #APSExcellence

🎉 Welcome to our annual Celebration of Excellence! Tonight, we honor the amazing educators and staff who help our students learn, grow and thrive every day.

🎶 We’re kicking off the evening with a beautiful performance from the Dorothy Hamm Middle School choir! #APSexcellence

Washington-Liberty is filled with energy, connection and celebration as colleagues, families and community members gather for the APS Celebration of Excellence. Tonight is about recognizing the staff who help students learn, grow and thrive. #APSExcellence #OneAPS #APSProud

Barrett staff attending the APS Celebration of Excellence with a shoutout to our #KWBPride Teacher and Support Employee of the Year, Ashley Giglio and Stephanie Matadial #APSexcellence

Tonight, I’m reminded how fortunate APS is to have passionate educators and staff serving our students every day. The Celebration of Excellence reflects the dedication, care & commitment shown to students, schools & community. Congratulations to tonight’s honorees! #APSExcellence #OneAPS #APSProud

Earlier this week, we celebrated the best of the best at APS during our annual Celebration of Excellence event. Check out the photo gallery and relive the night just as our award-winners and school-based nominees did. #OneTeamOneAPS #APSExcellence

I’m so thankful to collaborate over the years with Adela and Susan, two incredible educators who are honored as Barrett Teacher and Support Employee of the Year 2026 #KWBPride #APSExcellence

Congratulations to the Barrett Teacher and Support Employee of the Year Ms. Garman and Ms. Jaldin! APS Celebration of Excellence @drgabyrivas.bsky.social #APSExcellence #OneAPS #APSProud

Barrett staff and friends enjoying the APS Celebration of Excellence #APSExcellence #OneAPS #APSProud