Bill requiring seat belts on school buses falters — “Different year, same result with efforts by some in the General Assembly to require seat belts on school buses.” [Inside NoVa]
Agenda Alexandria forum to address racial inequity — “Agenda: Alexandria’s February program will provide a forum for diverse Alexandrians to discuss racial issues in the Port City. The panel will be led by a racial equity facilitator and will provide a judgement-free zone for all to tell their stories.” [Twitter]
Valentine’s Day 2022: dining specials offered around Alexandria — “Restaurants in Alexandria will offer Valentine’s Day menus or special treats to enjoy with a special someone.” [Patch]
Smash-and-grab thieves strike multiple DC-area eyeglass stores in broad daylight — “Another theft was reported on Jan. 20 when Bauer’s Optical in Alexandria, Va., was targeted, and four days later thieves struck MyEyeDr in Washington, D.C., according to the station.” [Yahoo News]
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Monarch Montessori School is now enrolling infants, toddlers and three year-olds for its full-time Montessori program. We offer a seamless enrollment process which involves submitting an application for review, paying the enrollment fee and submitting the remaining enrollment materials before your proposed start date.
At Monarch Montessori School, we aim to provide an authentic Montessori learning experience. At our Alexandria location, we currently have 8 openings in our Primary classroom (ages 3-6), and 6 openings in our Toddler classroom. Additionally, there are 3 infant openings at this time.
Our first floor space is an open concept. Infants and toddlers share the same large classroom. Children ages 3-6 are in two classrooms on our second floor. Each classroom has one lead and assistant guide. We offer a year-round program, with intermittent breaks for Spring Break and Winter Break.
Scholarship Fund of Alexandria Annual Gala & Auction
Do good while having a good time at the Scholarship Fund of Alexandria’s 38th Annual Gala and Auction at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center. The fun begins with a 2-hour open bar reception while mingling with 499 other Alexandrians who
