On Feb. 3, Arlington Public Schools proudly begins our annual Black History Month recognition. APS is committed to continuing to celebrate our diversity as a strength and upholding policies and practices that honor, uplift and empower every student in our care. This includes our tradition of recognizing cultural and heritage months that educate and enrich our students.Throughout February, our schools will explore the rich, diverse heritage of African Americans and their contributions to our schools and the Arlington community. It is also an opportunity to appreciate the rich diversity of the African American community in the development of our nation while promoting a more inclusive and compassionate world.As part of the month-long celebration, the School Board will recognize high school students who serve as exemplary “Models of Excellence” at the School Board meeting on Thu, Feb. 13. Follow along on Instagram and X (Twitter), as we use #APSBlackHistory and share links to events and activities hosted across APS. The theme for APS Black History Month 2025 is African Americans and Labor. This focuses on the various and profound ways that work and working of all kinds – free and unfree, skilled, and unskilled, vocational and voluntary – intersect with the collective experiences of Black people.  Visit blackhistorymonth.gov for a list of events and other resources.