#APSExcellence
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
GALLERY: APS 2025 Employees of the Year - Arlington Public Schools
Congratulations to the 2025 Employees of the Year and nominees.
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May 30, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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
May 28, 2025 at 11:27 PM
🎉 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
May 28, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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
May 28, 2025 at 10:45 PM
🎉 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
March 13, 2025 at 6:38 PM
🎉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
March 13, 2025 at 5:51 PM
🎉 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
March 13, 2025 at 4:49 PM
🎉 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
March 13, 2025 at 3:08 PM
🎉 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
March 13, 2025 at 1:16 PM