October 15, 2026
There will be no school for Charlottesville City Schools students on Friday, October 16 due to a scheduled teacher workday.Art by Finn, Grade 1, Jackson-Via Elementary School
October 15, 2026
Take our survey on the draft 2027-28 Academic Calendar Dear Charlottesville City Schools staff and families, The Charlottesville City Schools Calendar Committee has drafted an academic calendar for...
October 7, 2026
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026 A Word From Dr. Gurley Dear Charlottesville City Schools families and staff, Today the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) announced that all Charlottesville City Sch...
October 7, 2026
All Charlottesville City Schools Are Fully Accredited and Meet State Accountability Benchmark of 80 Points Today the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) announced that all Charlottesville City ...
Charlottesville City Schools is an interconnected, equity-focused school community committed to providing the skills and knowledge needed for lifelong learning, engaged citizenship, and personal fulfillment
Meet the Principal
Dr. Summerlyn Thompson holds undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Virginia, along with a doctorate from Virginia Tech. Previously the longtime principal of Johnson Elementary, she became principal of Walker in 2023.
