Hopkins House invited candidates running for public office in the 2021 Democratic Party primary elections for the City of Alexandria to respond to a survey on early childhood and education public policy issues. Here is the analysis of their responses.

Hopkins House announces creation of college scholarships in memory of trustees Clarence A. Johnson and Willard O. Jasper, who both passed away within months of each other at the start of this preschool year. This is the first time in more than 60 years the organization will grant college scholarships.

Hopkins House, NAACP, and other community partners are hosting a virtual community rally at 7:30 pm on Thursday, October 29, to celebrate the Alexandria School Board decision to change the name of the City's only public high school, and offer an opportunity for healing after years of effort and a contentious summer battle.

With the approach of winter, we are entering the season for flu and seasonal allergies. This year COVID-19, which has symptoms similar to the flu, is adding to the mix of wintery threats to good health. The time is now to step up your protection.

The First Lady of Virginia, Mrs. Pamela Northam, visited the Hopkins House James L. & Juliette McNeil Preschool Academy this week, as part of her "Back to School Tour".