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Vol. 16, No.33 Alexandria’s only independent hometown newspaper. AUGUST 13, 2020 Private schools gravitate toward in-person instruction Enrollment increases at private institutions as ACPS goes virtual BY MISSY SCHROTT COURTESY PHOTO Bob Calhoun (left) and former Gov. All public school sys- Douglas Wilder (right). tems in Northern Virgin- ia, including Alexandria City Public Schools, have Bob Calhoun announced that they will begin the school year with completely virtual instruc- dies at 83 tion. Most local private Republican politician schools, however, are tak- served on the Alexandria ing a different approach. City Council, Virginia In March, the spread State Senate of the novel coronavirus BY CODY MELLO-KLEIN and state-mandated stay- at-home orders required PHOTO/BROWNE ACADEMY Bob Calhoun, a former Republi- schools in the state – pub- Chris Marshall, Jane Marshall and Maddox Schutter outside of Browne Academy, one of the can state senator and city council- lic and private – to finish private schools in the region that plans to offer fully in-person instruction in the fall. or, died on Aug. 6 of prostate can- the 2019-2020 school year cer. He was 83. online. The abrupt shut- for the start of the 2020- the school year remotely, it comes to plans for the fall. Calhoun was a moderate Repub- down resulted in rushed 2021 school year. While they’ll have the option Episcopal High School, lican who worked amicably with distance learning plans, some schools have not to switch to in-person Alexandria’s only boarding his fellow public officials across overwhelmed parents and announced their back-to- classes at a specific point high school, will reopen the aisle. Throughout his time on concerns about student school plans yet, no local during the fall semester. this fall with the majority learning loss. private schools have an- Most, if not all, schools’ of students living on cam- SEE CALHOUN | 6 As the 2020-2021 nounced plans to hold fall plans are subject to pus and attending classes school year approaches, classes completely virtual- change, should the region’s in person. Episcopal an- INSIDE and COVID-19 continues to ly, like ACPS. COVID-19 numbers spike nounced on Wednesday it threaten the health of stu- All schools that have or the governor’s orders would delay the in-person Obituary dents and teachers, schools announced hybrid or change. Because of this reopening until Oct. 2 and Al's Steak House owner are grappling with the best in-person models are also uncertainty, many private 3 and operate virtually dies at 52. way to reopen safely. offering virtual learning schools have laid out flexible until then. Bishop Ireton Page 8 Many of Alexandria’s plans for students with plans that can shift among High School plans to re- private elementary, mid- health risks or those who in-person, hybrid and virtu- open with a hybrid model, dle and high schools have feel uncomfortable at- al models as needed. where students will rotate Foodie opted for either complete- tending classes in per- Each of Alexandria’s between in-person and re- Host a socially distanced ly in-person or hybrid son. In many cases, if a three major private high dinner party. virtual/in-person models student chooses to start schools looks different when SEE PRIVATE SCHOOLS | 10 Page 15

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Murder suspect dies from Heating & Air Conditioning 703-683-1996 self-inflicted gunshot wound Celebrating 40 Years in Alexandria Ibrahm Elhahlil Bouai- Bouaichi was previous- awaiting his trial, which had chi, the suspect in the July ly arrested and indicted for been delayed several months, Summer AC Inspection 29 murder of Karla Elizabeth rape charges against Gonza- when he allegedly murdered Dominguez Gonzalez, died lez in October 2019. Gonzelez Gonzalez. $89.95 from a self-inflicted gunshot testified against Bouaichi in The details of Bouaichi’s wound on Saturday. Alexandria District Court in release have resulted in out- one system only At around 11 a.m. on December 2019. rage online, as residents and Wednesday, APD officers in- While awaiting trial in jail, local officials have called for • Alexandria, VA residents only. volved in the Federal Bureau Bouaichi was released on bond changes in the justice sys- • Cannot be combined with any other of Investigation’s regional by Circuit Court Judge Nolan tem and answers from those offers/coupons. Violent Crimes Task Force Dawkins on April 9, according involved in the case. • Some exclusions may apply. located Bouaichi in Maryland to the Sheriff's Department. “The system failed Karla and initiated a vehicle pur- Bouaichi’s lawyers argued he Dominguez,” Mayor Justin www.rbincorporated.com suit that ended when Bouai- should be released because of Wilson said in a tweet on chi’s car crashed in Prince unsafe jail conditions due to Aug. 7. “As we turn a critical George’s County, according the COVID-19 pandemic, ac- eye to the criminal justice to a news release. cording to court records. system, policymakers at the Officers found Bouaichi Dawkins ordered Bouaic- Federal, state and local level with a self-inflicted gun- hi to remain in his home in must make changes to laws, shot wound and transported Greenbelt, Maryland and did procedures and practices him to a hospital where he not order electronic monitor- that can fail to protect vic- received medical treatment ing, according to the Wash- tims like Ms. Dominguez.” until his death on Saturday. ington Post. Bouaichi was [email protected]

CORRECTION: The article "Police take murder suspect into custody" in the Aug. 6 edition of the Times stated that Ibrahm Elkahlil Bouaichi was released from jail on Dec. 11, 2019. In reality, Bouaichi was released on April 9, 2020, while his initial hearing was in December. The Times regrets the error. 4 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES WEEKLY BRIEFING Summer Sidewalk Sale Fall sports delayed for Virginia high schools The Virginia High School wrestling, will start on Dec. 14 run through June 26, accord- takes place this weekend League announced that fall and run through Feb. 20. Fall ing to the release. sports for schools across the sports, including cheer, cross VHSL is continuing to work The city’s annual Sum- tered parking will be free state will be delayed until De- country, field hockey, football, with Governor’s Office, Virginia mer Sidewalk Sale takes in both neighborhoods for cember, according to a July 27 golf and volleyball, will run Department of Health and Vir- place this weekend in Old event attendees. news release. from Feb. 15 through May 1. ginia Department of Education Town and Del Ray. And if you see pink fla- In the VHSL’s adjusted sea- Spring sports like baseball, la- to adjust these plans as condi- On Aug. 15 and 16, don mingos wandering around, sonal plan, winter sports, such crosse, soccer, softball, tennis tions around COVID-19 change, a mask or face covering and don’t panic – the Old Town as basketball, gymnastics, and track and field will start according to the release. make your way down to the Boutique District and Old indoor track, swimming and their seasons on April 12 and [email protected] event, where more than 60 Town Business Association local retailers will be man- have teamed up to create ning socially-distanced ta- an Instagram giveaway. Census takers to start visiting households bles outdoors and selling Flamingos will be stand- Alexandrians who didn’t ing to the release. w.2020census.gov, by phone at steeply discounted summer ing outside participating fill out the 2020 U.S. census Census takes are hired from 844-330-2020 or by filling out merchandise. Find deals on stores, ready to snap a pic- should expect a knock on the the local community and can the paper survey that house- everything from clothes ture that you can then post door, as census takers start be identified by a valid govern- holds received in the mail, ac- and jewelry to home decor to Instagram. By using the to canvas households that ment identification badge. If a cording to the release. and culinary goods to sea- hashtag #ALXsidewalksale have not yet responded to member of a given household is The nine-question census sonal gift items. and tagging the users @ the census, according to a not home when the census tak- occurs every 10 years and is still Volunteers in a tent at otboutiques, @oldtown- news release. er visits, the census take will the nation’s largest demograph- the intersection of King business and @VisitAlex- In response to public leave a notice with information ic tool. The census count de- and Fayette streets will be VA, you’ll automatically be health guidelines during the about options for responding cides how much federal funding handing out maps, bottled entered for a chance to win COVID-19 pandemic, census online, over the phone or by will go toward programs and water and complimentary a $100 gift card to the par- takers are required to wear mail, according to the release. services for communities across hand sanitizer. New this ticipating boutique of your masks when visiting house- Although census takers the country and how many rep- year, the 1100 block of King choice. The winners will be holds and complete a virtual will be out in the communi- resentatives each state gets in Street will be closed to cars chosen on Aug. 17. training course on physical ty, households can still com- the House of Representatives. for pedestrians only. Me- [email protected] distancing protocols, accord- plete the census online at ww- [email protected]

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CALHOUN FROM | 1 footsteps, Calhoun found his first run for political of- himself drawn to the law, fice, Sandra Calhoun said. council and in the state sen- pursuing a law and econom- Eventually, Calhoun ate, Calhoun was known for ics graduate degree at Yale found his footing and was his intellect, integrity and University, where he met his elected to Alexandria City deep policy knowledge. future wife Sandra Bensen in Council in 1976 as the only He served on the Alexan- a Yale dining hall. Republican member of coun- dria City Council from 1976 After graduating from cil. By 1979, when Calhoun to 1981 and 1984 to 1988. Yale in 1963, Calhoun became vice mayor, Repub- During his time on council, moved to Washington D.C. licans had taken three seats he promoted the develop- and worked as a rules and on council, the most of any ment of the Torpedo Facto- practices lawyer for the In- city in Virginia at the time, ry Arts Center, facilitated terstate Commerce Com- according to Living Legends the creation of the Covanta mission. He eventually of Alexandria. Waste to Energy Plan and transitioned into private Political rivals and allies COURTESY PHOTO was involved in a prelimi- practice at the Boston-based alike acknowledged Cal- Bob Calhoun (left) with former Republican U.S. Sen. John Warner nary study of the DASH bus law firm Sullivan & Worces- houn’s ability as a lawmak- (right). system. Calhoun went on to ter, where he stayed from er and respected his ability serve in the Virginia State 1972 to 1996, before work- when it came to understand- what unique. It was his abil- beautiful speeches, extem- Senate, representing Alex- ing for Alexandria-based ing the ins and outs of policy. ity to develop policy – or im- poraneous speeches,” Sandra andria for seven years from law firm Redmon, Peyton & “I’ve known a lot of peo- prove existing policy – with Calhoun said. “You could just 1989 to 1996. Braswell from 1996 until his ple in politics over the years fact-based, analytical think- ask him to say something, Calhoun was born on July retirement in 2020. – local, state and national ing. This country could sure and it would be lovely and 22, 1937 in Oak Park, Illinois Calhoun’s entrance into – and Bob Calhoun was one use more of that these days.” meaningful, but talking one to Robert and Madeline Cal- politics was unceremonious. of the smartest people I have Politics allowed Calhoun to one, it was something that houn. His grandmother was He ran for the Virginia House ever known,” David Speck, to break out of his shell, San- he had to work on.” active in Illinois politics and of Delegates in 1973 but lost a former state delegate and dra Calhoun said. Despite his Eventually, Calhoun was a “Southern Democrat,” to Democrat House Majority city councilor, said. “[He was] preternatural ability when it found his footing, and after Calhoun said in his Living Leader Jim Thomson. Cal- well-read, well-informed and came to speeches, Calhoun his time on council, Calhoun Legends of Alexandria entry. houn was more “a sacrificial always curious, but that was was naturally shy. SalesFollowing Gallery/Coming in his father’s Soonlamb” | thanAlexandria anything Times else in | Half-pagenot what made 4C: 9.3˝him xsome 5.25˝- “Bob could make the most SEE CALHOUN | 7

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Calhoun’s political ca- said. “He was not beholden to off the shelf and say, ‘This Orchestra, and helping found reer was defined by his will- any particular group within might be helpful,’” Sandra the Scholarship Fund of Al- ingness to work across the the community, but he tried Calhoun said. exandria. In 2012, Calhoun aisle with Democrats. When to support legislation that he Outside of politics and was acknowledged for his Calhoun received a letter felt would benefit the most law, Calhoun found time for efforts to improve the city this year from someone who people in the community.” opera, long road trips to na- when he was named a Living was interested in getting An avid reader, Calhoun tional parks and gardening, Legend of Alexandria. into politics and wanted to was known for his intellect a passion he found plenty of Calhoun is survived by hear about Calhoun’s senate and tendency to launch into space to explore on the 60- his wife Sandra; children An- experience, Calhoun cited informative, passionate con- acre property he and Sandra drew (Mollie), Rob (Elizabeth COURTESY PHOTO his collaboration with fel- versations with anyone who purchased in the ‘70s. Wilmer) and Gordon (Lisa) Former State Sen. Bob Calhoun. low politicians as his proud- would listen. “He planted a lot of pine and grandchildren Thomas, est accomplishment. “Bob was a friend for over trees and just enjoyed being Robert, Zenobia, Ophelia, CALHOUN FROM | 6 “Instead of writing about 40 years, and I don’t think out,” Sandra Calhoun said. Lily and Rachel. legislative accomplishments, there was ever a conversa- “We planted blueberry bush- No date has been set for a was elected as state sena- he said he was most proud of tion we had – on any top- es and grape vines and lots of memorial service to be held tor in 1988. He served until being able to work with peo- ic – in which I did not learn things that weren’t success- at Westminster Presbyterian 1996, when he was defeated ple in both parties to achieve something new or under- ful too, like apple trees.” Church in Alexandria, their by Democrat Patsy Ticer. the greater good,” Sandra stand something better than Calhoun was proud of his church where Bob was a pop- He co-sponsored the 1995 Calhoun said. I thought I knew,” Speck said. three sons, all of whom re- ular speaker in the congre- Public-Private Partnership Jerry File, a friend of Cal- Although he wasn’t ceived advanced degrees, and gational life programs. The Act, which has since been houn’s who also served as known for being emotional- six grandchildren, whom he family suggests that those used, notably, for funding treasurer for Calhoun’s state ly expressive with his family, was known to chase around who wish to donate in Bob’s Metro’s Dulles silver line. senate campaign, praised Calhoun often used books as the house. memory contribute to The Calhoun was passionate Calhoun’s integrity as, not a way to communicate with He was an active member Scholarship Fund of Alex- about transportation and only a collaborative politi- his three sons, Sandra Cal- of the Alexandria commu- andria, 3330 King St., Alex- he was actively involved on cian, but a policymaker. houn said. nity, co-chairing the fund- andria 22302 or the Clarke the WMATA Board, COG “I thought all the deci- “What the kids remember raising appeal that contrib- County Easement Authority, Transportation Planning sions he made were decisions is, if they had a homework uted to the opening of the 101 Chalmers Court, Ber- Board and Northern Virginia that he felt were in the best assignment in x, y or z, Bob Schlesinger Center, home of ryville, VA 22611. Transportation Commission. interest of the people,” File would go and pull a book the Alexandria Symphony [email protected] 8 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES Jim Breeding, Al’s Steak House owner, dies at 52 Del Ray resident is remembered for his hard work, generosity BY OLIVIA TUCKER

James Vincent Breeding, owner of Al’s Steak House, died on July 26 due to com- plications from diabetes. He was 52. Jim, as most people knew him, was the owner of Al’s Steak House and a pillar of the Del Ray community. His lega- cy of hard work and big-heart- ed generosity will live on in the family, friends and busi- ness he leaves behind. COURTESY PHOTOS “He was always a good Left: Breeding at 19 at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, preparing for a last-minute flight to Tampa with his wife, Dorothy. guy,” his wife, Dorothy Breed- Middle: Breeding with his son Tyler — then 13 months old — at Disney. ing, said, “[and] people liked Right: Breeding with his granddaughter, Peyton, and cat, Butterscotch. him. He was a caring man and he could look intimidating, uary 23, 1968 in Alexandria. In 1984, he met Doro- feet 6 inches – and hoping friends. They would become but once you got to know him, One of five, he and his siblings thy Bradley, a sophomore in that he wouldn’t sit next to a couple later in high school he had a good sense of humor, kept their parents, James and his geometry class at T.C. her. But Breeding ended up and go on to celebrate 32 and all his guys liked working Myrtle Breeding, busy. He Williams High School. She seated right behind her in years of marriage. for him. He was fair.” grew up attending Alexandria recalls feeling intimidated alphabetical order, and the Breeding was born on Jan- City Public Schools. by his towering height – 6 two quickly became close SEE JIM BREEDING | 9

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JIM BREEDING FROM | 8 ous hours into the house, could, supporting employ- completely refurbishing it ees and conversing with At T.C., Breeding played themselves and transform- customers. Dorothy recalls defensive tackle for the ing it into the home where that he once asked her to Titans and was a member they raised their children. buy a thermos for a home- of the 1984 state champi- In 1992, Breeding was less man who lived in the Del onship team. He was pas- broadsided in a car crash Ray neighborhood. Breeding sionate about architecture that put him out of work gave the man coffee and and worked multiple jobs for two years. By the mid- a sandwich every day, she Visit us for the in high school, both for his 90s, however, he was back said, and would often pass 11th annual brother’s family business, in business, building houses afternoons talking with him D&D Contractors, and for for D.R. Horton around the while sitting in his truck Sidewalk Sale! the Alexandria City School DC-Maryland-Virginia re- outside the restaurant. Additional 40% off Board, where he helped en- gion. Breeding specialized The COVID-19 pandem- clearance, 25% off sure that local schools were in roofing for more than ic separated the Breedings select regular favorites, compliant with new regula- two decades and started on their June 4 anniversary including Global tions under the Americans his own company, Breeding for the first time in 32 years, Mama’s Clothing! with Disabilities Act. Construction. He worked with Breeding in a care facili- Former T.C. principal on construction projects up ty closed to visitors. One year, 915 King St, Alexandria John Porter recalled Breed- and down the East Coast, Dorothy said, she left work M-F 10-6, Sa 10-7, Su 11-4 ing’s “smile and kindness to including roofs for Howard early and drove five hours to others” as a teen. University, the U.S. Naval his construction site in Penn- “He also had the abili- Research Laboratory and sylvania to surprise him. ty to get along with peers a dome skin roof over the “He was surprised,” she and adults alike – unlike presidential hangar at An- laughed. “He said, ‘Woman, many teenagers who didn’t drews Air Force Base. you’re crazy!’ And I said, feel comfortable with adults Breeding’s dream had al- ‘Five hours isn’t going to Spice Kraft during those sometimes awk- ways been to own Al’s Steak keep us apart on our anni- Indian Bistro ward teen years,” Porter said. House, located at 1504 Mt. versary.’” Breeding graduated in Vernon Ave. The Breeding Breeding is survived by NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER 1986. He and Dorothy were family loved Al’s and were his wife, Dorothy, four chil- married in 1988, buying regular customers for years. dren; Amanda Owens and their first home in Wood- Dorothy said that he would husband Raheem, Emily INDIAN BURGER bridge at just 19 and 18 always tease longtime own- Breeding, Shannon Barto- ONLY AT LUNCH years old. His wife said that er John Severson about buy- lac and Tyler Breeding; and because of their age, banks ing the restaurant from him, five grandchildren, A’Dyn, were hesitant to give them a joking, “When you’re ready Brooklyn, Kloie, Peyton and loan, but a sympathetic real to sell, let me know.” Skylar. He is also survived estate agent loaned them After Severson died in by sister Terri Clark, broth- the $6,000 they needed. 2015, the Breedings took over ers Geary and Glen Breed- Breeding paid it back within the shop, throwing them- ing, as well as many nieces, the year, working odd con- selves into renovations and nephews and cousins. He struction projects for the purchasing new equipment. was preceded in death by realtor. “We jumped in with both his parents, James and Myr- Breeding attended North- feet,” Dorothy said. “Every tle Breeding, his stepmoth- ern Virginia Community Col- time he had a crazy idea, I er, Phyllis Breeding, and lege in Annandale for a year, was right there with him.” brother Darrel Breeding. hoping to pursue his associ- Just four hours into A funeral service was MAHARANI VEG BURGER 8 ate’s degree in architecture. opening day in July 2016, held on Aug. 1 at Del Ray CHICKEN TIKKA BURGER 9 His work in construction though, the restaurant went Baptist Church, where the and roofing soon proved too up in flames – the result of Breedings were baptized Serving time-consuming to balance decades of grease buildup in together in high school and with classes, though, so he a wall cavity, Dorothy said. later married. Breeding was Outdoor Patio & Indoor Dining chose to focus on his career The family was devastated interred at Fort Lincoln instead. but worked hard to rebuild, Cemetery in Brentwood, Serving Lunch Specials: Curry Rice Bowls Several years later, he and, buoyed by the support Maryland. The family re- Burgers & Wraps and Dorothy moved back to of the Del Ray community, quests that in lieu of flow- Alexandria, buying an old reopened exactly a year af- ers, donations can be made All Day Regular Menu | Beer | Wine house on East Custis Street ter the fire. to the National Kidney – just a block from Dorothy’s Although health issues Foundation, American Dia- Order Online: Curbside Pickup or Delivery parents – that she described rendered Breeding increas- betes Association or Ameri- 2607 Mt.Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA-22301 as a “fixer-upper.” Breeding ingly sedentary, he spent can Heart Foundation. Ph:703-836-6363 | www.spicekraftdelray.com and his wife poured numer- as much time at Al’s as he [email protected] 10 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES ANNOUNCEMENT PRIVATE SCHOOLS FROM | 1 Private schools' fall plans mote classes. St. Stephen’s School Grade level Student population Fall plans and St. Agnes School has not Alexandria Country Day School K-8 200 Undecided announced its plans for the Bishop Ireton High School 9-12 780 Hybrid fall. Blessed Sacrament School PreK-8 263 Hybrid At least five private Browne Academy PreK-8 205 In person schools in Alexandria, in- Burgundy Farm Country Day School PreK-8 266 Undecided Happy 100th cluding Episcopal, plan to Commonwealth Academy 3-12 138 Undecided reopen at some point this fall Episcopal High School 9-12 450 In person* with the majority of students Birthday to Fusion Academy 6-12 65 Hybrid attending classes in person. Grace Episcopal School PreK-5 100 Hybrid The other four are the Ba- ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK Immanuel Lutheran School PreK-8 190 Did not respond to inquires Leroy Sykes silica School of Saint Mary, Queen of Apostles Catholic School K-8 126 In person Browne Academy, Queen of Saint Rita Catholic School PreK-8 270 In person Apostles Catholic School and You are a wonderful dad, daddy, grand daddy, brother, St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School PreK-12 1,140 Undecided Saint Rita Catholic School. uncle, cousin and friend. We love you beyond words. The Basilica School of Saint Mary PreK-8 720 InCHART/LYVI person SIEG Saint Rita has not re- Note: All Alexandria schools that have opted for in-person or hy- leased the details of its back- brid models have virtual options for students with health risks or to-school plan, except to say those uncomfortable with attending classes in person. that the PreK-8 school will be *Episcopal announced on Wednesday that it would delay its opening in person, full-time, in-person reopening until Oct. 2 and 3. on Aug. 26, according to Inter- im Principal Bethany Hamm. arrival on campus and to re- of distance learning after Plans for the other four port the results online. Thanksgiving break – a mod- schools that are reopening Mask protocols also differ el that many colleges and fully in person differ slightly by school. universities have adopted. but include some overlapping Episcopal, Browne and At least four private procedures. Queen of Apostles will require schools in Alexandria have Major similarities at each of students and staff to wear opted for hybrid in-person/ the four schools are requiring masks at all times when in- remote learning models for face coverings, screening stu- doors, except when eating. At the start of the school year. dents and staff for symptoms Episcopal, where students live These include Bishop Ireton, of COVID-19, implementing on campus, students will also Blessed Sacrament School, new cleaning procedures and be allowed to remove masks Fusion Academy and Grace ~~ Canine Special Health Needs Care ~ ~ offering virtual instruction for when showering, brushing Episcopal School. Extra patience may be required to adopt Flash. At students who need it. their teeth or sleeping. Similar to the private agePuppies 4, he is require energetic, surgery and sometimes. needs encouragement “Sarah’s Fund” to Health screening proce- Saint Mary specifies that schools with fully in-per- provides Shelter pets with needed procedures. dures vary at each school. students will need to wear son models, several of these slow down. Episcopal is the only school masks indoors when they are schools’ plans involve mask re-

This puppy will soon undergo an operation to repair to announce that it plans to not able to be at least 6 feet quirements, health screenings, He’s lost a leg, but gained perspective on what’s test all students and staff for away from another student disinfecting protocols and “pulmonic stenosis”, with donations from Alexandrians. COVID-19 at least three times: or faculty member. physical distancing measures. important; be happy each day, and love those prior to their arrival on cam- Many schools whose re- B.I. and Fusion Academy’s aroundYour five-dollaryou. Flash donationwell~Happy knows adds this Daysto credo,Sarah’s Ahead~ andFund hopesand pus, again upon arrival and opening plans involve in-per- hybrid plans are focused on togetherfor a withhome contributions of his own ofto others,share the ensures love. that again within two weeks. Epis- son learning and masks will limiting the number of people medicalRain care or shine, is there Bowser iswhen grinning! needed. This 2-year-old terrier mix is copal students and staff will incorporate outdoor breaks present at school buildings. excited to meet new friends, human and canine, and shows a also be required to self-mon- where students will be able B.I. will have half of its preference for mingling with both. For iNFo about alexaNdria’S adoptable itor for symptoms and input to remove their masks. approximately 780 students FOR MORE INFORMATIONTechnically ABOUT too large toSARAH’S be a lap dog, FUND, Bowser PLEASE is a pretty snugglyCALL guy. their temperature in a smart- As a boarding school, on campus at any given time, 703-746-4774petS, plea OR VISITSe viUSS ATit www. www.alexandriaanimals.org.LikeALE to learnxANDRIAANIMALS more about Bowser?. ORg/DONATE phone app every day. Episcopal will implement with students divided al- Visit: AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt-By-Appointment At Queen of Apostles strict regulations in order to phabetically by last name.

t THHANaNKk YyouOU Catholic School, students create a “contained campus” Last names starting with A THANK YOU will have their temperatures when necessary, according through K will attend classes TheThe AlexandriaAlexandria AnimalAnimal Shelter’sShelter’s PetPet of of the the taken daily upon arrival to the school’s website. This in person for two consecutive Diann Carlson WeekWeek isis sponsoredsponsored byby DiannDiann Hicks,Hicks Carlson,finding at school, one at a time, as includes not holding public days while last names start- Weichert Old Town they exit their cars, accord- events, hosting prospective ing with L through Z will join findinghomes homes for pets for andpets humans,andRealtors humans, alike. alike. ing to the school’s website. students, allowing nones- the live classes remotely. The 703-628-2440 Both Saint Mary and Browne sential visitors on campus or next two days, the groups will www.diannhicks.com Academy will require stu- allowing nonessential travel switch. The pattern will con- “Let me find you a new dents and staff to take their off campus. The academic tinue on an ongoing basis, home, too.” temperatures and self-screen calendar has also been mod- for symptoms daily prior to ified to include three weeks SEE PRIVATE SCHOOLS | 11 WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM AUGUST 13, 2020 | 11

PRIVATE SCHOOLS FROM | 10 to teach classes in person. McNutt said B.I. is being flex- resulting in students being ible with its faculty. on campus either two or three “We do have a couple fac- days per week. ulty members who made the DISCOUNTS AT THIS STORE ONLY: B.I.’s current hybrid plan decision to take a year’s leave aligns with phase three of of absence for their fami- ALEXANDRIA the state’s reopening re- lies, and we do have a couple LANDMARK MALL quirements, but if Gov. teachers who are at high risk 5901 Duke St. Ralph Northam (D-VA) re- and so they will be teaching verts back to phase one or fully virtually, and we’ll have two, B.I. will switch to 100% a proctor in the classroom for WE ARE OPEN AND TAKING EVERY PRECAUTION remote learning. that,” McNutt said. Fusion Academy, a much Because many private smaller school of about 65 schools are committing to students that specializes in in-person or hybrid models STORE CLOSING one-on-one learning, plans for the coming school year, to have no more than 40 stu- many have reported an in- dents and staff on campus at flux of student applications. EVERYTHING MUST GO! any given time. “It’s been a very active Patti Culbreth, head of summer for admissions,” % school at Grace Episcopal Scott Baytosh, head of school ALL IN-STORE, IN-STOCK School, declined to share de- at Alexandria Country Day % tails about Grace’s reopening School, said. “We’re fortu- HOME APPLIANCES plan since it is not final but nate that we have some ca- 30to off said it is best defined as a hy- pacity so we’ve been able to 70 brid approach. bring people on board.” Blessed Sacrament’s hy- McNutt attributed the in- % brid plan is to give students creased interest to the coro- ENTIRE STOCK OF two distinctive options: in navirus and public schools’ % BRAS AND BASICS building or virtual at home, remote learning plans. 50to off according to Principal Val- “Once the [public schools] erie Garcia. She did not share announced that they were 60 details of the plan. going to be fully virtual, we One overarching pattern at certainly had an increase in % schools that have any kind of applications to Bishop Ireton,” ALL virtual learning is a focus on McNutt said. “That said, we % synchronous learning, as op- have not been accepting all of 50to off FOOTWEAR posed to asynchronous learn- them. We had to put a hold be- ing, meaning that students cause we wanted to make sure 70 will participate in real-time that whatever we had in terms % instruction, rather than watch of enrollment would be safe ALL FASHION pre-recorded videos. within the parameters of our % Virtual days in B.I.’s hy- physical distancing protocols.” brid model are designed to B.I. currently has 780 stu- 50to off CLOTHING feel as much like in-person dents enrolled for the 2020- classes as possible, Head of 2021 school year. The school 80 School Kathleen McNutt said. does not plan to accept more ALL FINE GOLD, SILVER, “Our students are going to than 795 students, despite % be required to have their face having capacity for 925, DIAMOND & GEMSTONE on the screen so that the teach- McNutt said. ers can see them,” McNutt Private schools that have off * *10K gold unless otherwise specified. said. “And our students will not yet announced their plans JEWELRY have to have on their uniform for reopening are Alexandria 80 polo so that they can be pres- Country Day School, Burgun- Now Hiring, Full & Part Time Seasonal Help, ent virtually just as they would dy Farm Country Day School, apply in store or online @ https://jobs.sears.com be in the classroom.” Commonwealth Academy and As for teachers, many of St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes STORE FIXTURES, FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT FOR SALE NOW! the private schools’ published School. Immanuel Lutheran ALL SALES FINAL, NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES. OPEN DAILY REGULAR HOURS. WE ACCEPT VISA, back-to-school plans do not School could not be reached for MASTERCARD, DISCOVER AND SEARS CARD. WE ACCEPT SEARS GIFT CARDS. DISCOUNTS DO NOT APPLY TO detail what will happen to comment and has not outlined PREPAID GIFT CARDS AND PHONE CARDS. INVENTORY IS LIMITED TO STOCK ON HAND. THIS STORE IS NOT teachers who are high risk or reopening plans on its website. PARTICIPATING IN CURRENT SEARS CIRCULARS. THIS EVENT EXCLUDES ELECTROLUX AND TEMPUR-PEDIC. concerned about returning [email protected] 12 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES OBITUARY Sarita G. Schotta Out of the classroom Sarita G. Schotta, Ph.D. Education section passed away in Fort Worth, Texas on Aug. 5, 2020, at age 83. She was born July St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes 23, 1937. Sarita was a native of Fort Worth, a graduate of Paschal High School and implements safe summer camps Texas Christian University. Over the course of five safety coordinator to manage has a caddy of cleaning sup- She married Charles Schot- weeks this summer, St. Ste- screening processes, PPE/ plies, including virucide, ta on Sept. 9, 1960, and they phen’s and St. Agnes School cleaning supply inventory hand sanitizer and wipes. lived most of their adult lives has been offering 12 in-per- and daily cleaning. All camp- Camper groups do not mix, in Alexandria, Virginia. son camps across two of its ers undergo health screen- and campers are outside as She was preceded in campuses. On a given week, ings during carpool, includ- much as possible. death by her husband, there could be as many as ing a temperature check and One of the camps that is Charles Schotta; her par- eight camps running with symptom questionnaire. new this year is called Safe- ents, Lottie and John Gat- COURTESY PHOTO approximately 150 campers High-touch surfaces are Zone Sports and features tis; her brother, Jack Gat- total. wiped down throughout the non-contact sports games tis, and his wife, Carolyn; ter-in-law, Gloria Schotta, SSSAS hired a pandemic day, and each camper group and activities. her niece, Lana Kay Camp- of Fort Worth, Texas and 10 bell; and her brother-in- great-nieces and nephews. law, Alan Schotta. No memorial event is She is survived by two scheduled at this time. Any Grace students continue nieces, Carla Jo Peikoff and donations in Sarita’s memo- husband, Nicky, of Alvara- ry can be made to the Alz- do, Texas and Lori Ellen heimer’s Association or the social-emotional learning at Skjong-Nilsen and husband, Animal Welfare League of Stig, of Burleson, Texas; sis- Alexandria. home this summer Grace Episcopal School opportunity for our students as they slowly move back into may officially be on summer to practice taking turns, a more typical world. Sidewalk break, but this summer is un- sharing, rule following and Several families have like any other. Administra- problem solving, all skills shared that children are also Sale! tors and teachers have been they would practice through- struggling with a less obvi- Aug 15 & 16 busying themselves, prepar- out the day in the classroom,” ous byproduct of COVID-19: ing for a lengthy list of pos- Holland said. anxiety, which presents it- Visit our sible eventualities that they Assigned chores or house- self in many different ways. www.belliesbabies.com $1, $2 & $3 bins may face this fall or even hold responsibilities also al- Grace encourages families 1913 Mount Vernon Ave. for unbelievable throughout the school year. low children to feel like they to practice communicating 703-518-8908 deals! This spring was uncharted are participating members of feelings with their children, territory for everyone. Stu- the team. not just when the feelings are dents' well-being, both social- It’s also important for fresh, but also when natural ly and emotionally, has been children to interact with in conversation. tested, leaving many families peers. Some Grace families Some families have also wondering how to best sup- have continued to hold class identified that their children port their children through lunch Zoom gatherings, and are experiencing emotional these summer months. The Zoom playdates are now the unrest and confusion sur- most obvious change for chil- cool thing to do. rounding the tension of the dren is a sudden socialization The fear of getting Black Lives Matter move- void in their lives. COVID-19 seems to be sig- ment. We encourage families Beautiful Grace’s early childhood nificant for children. Hol- to have developmentally ap- director, Mary Kate Holland, land suggests that families propriate conversations about Roberta suggested that families cre- talk about COVID-19 in an the importance of social jus- ate opportunities to inter- age-appropriate way and tice, empathy and inclusion. Roberta hopes her and beautiful cat act by playing games. Card give children ways they can Grace’s leadership is proud forever home is that just wants to be games, board games, outside feel more in control. Children of the way its community has perfect for a quiet loved. games or sport games act as can practice washing hands, handled the challenges of a simple and fun way to en- remaining at a safe distance distance learning and beyond Due to COVID-19 we are only doing adoptions by appointment. For more courage social-emotional de- and wearing masks so that and remains committed to information contact King Street Cats: velopment at home. these safe practices are al- helping students continue to [email protected]. Visit us at www.kingstreetcats.org “Games offer an excellent ready a part of their routine learn and grow. WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM AUGUST 13, 2020 | 13 Out of the classroom Education section

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COURTESY PHOTO Seventh grader Lukas attends a class virtually from Colorado with his teacher, Giselle Lopez. Alexandria Sidewalk Sale As a result of its one-on- They can check in and get students are also well at- one teaching model, Fusion help with homework or tech tended. Academy Alexandria easily issues or play games with This fall, Fusion is ex- EXTRA 60% OFF switched to virtual teaching other students. pecting about two thirds Already-Reduced Sale Apparel on March 16, making parents Additionally, Fusion stu- of its student body back on happy and relieved that their dents have flocked to sum- campus for a hybrid sched- & 40% OFF children would still be in mer clubs via Zoom to fight ule. With fewer than 40 staff Reduced Jewelry & Accessories school, but unsure what vir- quarantine fatigue and see and students on campus at tual school would mean. their friends. Minecraft any given time, and all class- For one Fusion family, Challenges club was an im- es happening one-on-one, schools and jobs going virtu- mediate hit, but chess club students and teachers will al meant adventure. Seventh and a social justice themed be social distancing, sani- grader Lukas and his fami- book club for high school tizing and wearing masks. ly hit the road in an RV, and suddenly, Lukas started at- tending class from Colorado. “Our road trip intention was to see as much of Col- orado as we could, finding remote places to mountain bike, hike, swim and fish,” Lukas’ dad said. “We were off-grid, using free camping options in national forests and preserved lands. We also Thursday, August 13th 10-6 did a week in Moab to ride the classic Slickrock Trails before Friday, August 14th 10-6 winding our way home in Saturday, August 15th 10-6 week three.” Sunday, August 16th 12-5 Through this challeng- ing spring and summer, 320 Prince Street, Old Town | (703) 996-9074 students have been continu- In store only! ously supported by Fusion’s virtual Homework Café. WWW.SARACAMPBELL.COM | @SARACAMPBELLLTD 14 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES OBITUARY Loren Russell Larson Loren Russell Larson, 80, United States Marine Corps. often found engaged in spir- of Alexandria, passed away He transitioned to the U.S. ited political conversations, at his home on Aug. 3, 2020. Army and later to the De- while sipping on a Jack Dan- Services are being planned partment of Defense, Senior iels Manhattan, that usual- for September 2020 and de- Executive Service (SES-IV) ly ended in a laugh or hug. tails will be provided at a as deputy to the assistant He loved having family and later date. secretary of defense at the friends gather at the house Loren was born in Am- Pentagon in Arlington. He in the Blue Ridge Mountains brose, North Dakota to Leon- retired from government to attend concerts and share ard and Rodella Larson on service in 1994 and went on his passion for music. He was Aug. 6, 1939. He grew up on a to establish his own con- an enthusiastic singer who farm outside of Crosby, North sulting firm and serve on attended many performanc- Dakota where he attended the board of directors of es at the Kennedy Center but high school. He went on to several companies. He was also had a soft spot for coun- graduate with a B.S. from the author of many articles try music, in particular Wil- North Dakota State Univer- on national defense and in- lie Nelson. Loren was a histo- sity in 1960 and a M.A. and telligence topics through- ry buff who loved to read and COURTESY PHOTO Ph.D. (ABD) at the University out his career. share stories with others. He of Maryland in 1969. He also Loren was a devoted hus- also enjoyed traveling and Florida, and son Kris Larson Rodella Larson. completed post graduate pro- band, father, grandfather and was fortunate to have visit- and wife Jenifer of Alexan- Memorial donations may grams at the U.S. Army War friend to many. He served as ed many European locations dria; his eight grandsons be made in his honor to the College in 1980 and the Har- a volunteer coach for his chil- with Jeanie and his in-laws. Trey, Erik, Seth, Gregory, Cancer Research Institute vard Business School in 1981. dren’s teams in the Alexan- He is survived by his be- Phillip, Patrick, Riley and (https://www.cancerres- Loren married Jean dria Soccer Association and loved wife Jeanie Larson of Owen; his two sisters Kathy earch.org/) and the Westmin- (Jeanie) Rhyne in Okinawa, actively followed his grand- Alexandria, his son Loren Lervick and Renee Han- ster Presbyterian Church of Japan in 1963 where they children’s sports and ex- Larson II and wife Erin of sen and their families. Lo- Alexandria (https://wpc-al- met while he was serving tra-curricular programs. At Fairfax, son Greg Larson ren is preceded in death by ex.org/). as a platoon leader in the parties or dinners, Loren was of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, his parents, Leonard and

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TimesLivinq RECIPES, TRENDS and TIPS How to host a socially distanced dinner party BY ELIZABETH HOLM The meal itself should be both prepared and plat- In this new era of social ed while wearing a mask and distancing, many of us feel washing your hands before, uncomfortable inviting peo- during and after. One idea for ple over for lunch or throw- a simple picnic is delicious ing a dinner party. We are tomato, basil and mozzarel- legitimately afraid of putting la sandwiches on sourdough others at risk for catching a bread. Place them on individ- virus that could make them ual plates, covered with plas- seriously ill. Instead, we have tic wrap, for people to pick up opted to stay close at home and take to their tables. Each with our immediate family, table can have its own bowl schedule multiple Zoom hap- of chips or salad for guests to py hours or sit 6 feet apart in add to their plates. For more lawn chairs with neighbors elaborate meals, put a basket on driveways, desperate to of bread and butter on each maintain our social ties. table, and, wearing a mask, Research shows that this plate and serve each guest’s new norm has created a sig- meal. And for a special des- nificant increase in gener- sert, bake individual pies for alized anxiety, triggered re- each table to share. lapses in eating disorders and PHOTO/ELIZABETH HOLM There are still plenty adversely affected our overall CDC guidelines for restaurants can easily be applied to a home of warm summer nights to mental health. Many of us are setting. Set up small 2- to 3-foot tables 6 feet apart on your deck throw a dinner party and lonely and, simply, not happy. or patio. show-off your creative skills. Given things are not expect- Remember, wash your hands ed to change anytime soon, ELIZABETH HOLM homes. Set up small 2- to tizer. Designate one person to frequently before setting the we are all looking for creative 3-foot tables 6 feet apart on serve drinks wearing a mask tables, preparing the meal ways to get together and en- and helps us feel connected to your deck or patio. Use co- and using hand sanitizer fre- and serving the plates. Reas- joy life while still staying safe. each other. That connection ordinating tablecloths, and quently. For the cocktail hour, sure your friends they can get The good news is that it is is even stronger when we are while wearing a mask, set the arrange chairs 6 feet apart out of their house and share still possible to entertain our all eating the same food. But tables with glasses and uten- with small separate tray-ta- a meal knowing they will be friends at home without the what is the best way for us to sils for one person or two peo- bles. Individual plates can safe. Break bread together, 6 fear of taking unnecessary do that? ple who are social distancing be pre-plated with cheese, feet apart, and have fun. risks. Sharing a meal with Outdoor dining in our together. Add flowers and crackers and hor d’oerves friends is one of the ways backyards with individual candles on each table for a de- and placed on the tables be- Elizabeth Holm, DrPH, RD many of us relax, feel good tables makes having a dinner lightful ambiance. fore guests arrive. You can is a registered dietitian in and get energized for a gruel- party possible. CDC guide- Set up a separate table for even provide small individual private practice in Alexan- ing workweek. Breaking bread lines for restaurants can the bar with wine bottles, al- bowls of nuts for each person dria. She can be reached at together builds relationships easily be applied to our own cohol, glasses and hand sani- or couple. [email protected]. CALENDAR HOMES August and September events Hot stuff Create dorm decor, attend the sidewalk sale and more. | Page 16 Discover some plants that beat the heat. | Page 16 16 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES CALENDAR HOMES room table, porch or couch. Partic- AUGUST 13 ipating restaurants include Chee- setique, Spice Kraft Indian Bistro, CARLYLE HOUSE ARCHITEC- Taqueria Picoso and Yunnan By TURE TOUR Carlyle House is one Potomac Noodle House. This event of the finest examples of Georgian lasts from Aug. 21 to 30. Architecture on the East Coast. Join Time: Hours vary a one-hour tour of Carlyle House Location: Throughout Alexandria solely focused on the architecture Information: www.visitalexan- and restoration of Carlyle House. driava.com/restaurants/restau- This tour will be offered on a rant-week/ monthly basis. Reservations are required as space is limited. All AUGUST 23 COVID-procedures will be in place during this tour. JONES POINT PARK CLEAN- Time: 5:30 p.m. UP For a few fun hours, help clean Location: 121 N. Fairfax St. up the beautiful Jones Point Park. Information: https://bit.ly/3iwUEJi Clean-ups will be held on the fourth Sunday of July, August and October. TEEN NIGHT DROP OFF: AD- Litter warriors should wear comfort- VANCED ROOM AND DORM able clothes they don't mind getting DÉCOR PROJECTS Join AR dirty and gloves. Bring sunscreen Workshop Alexandria for a special and water to stay hydrated. Litter Teen Drop Off Night to create room grabbers, trash bags and a limited or college dorm décor. Choose from supply of gloves will be provided. new dorm room designs, custom RSVP required at www.waterwayad- clocks, chalkboards, organizers vocates.org. PHOTO/PROVEN WINNERS and more. Make something cus- Time: Registration from 8:30 to 9 In this window box, bright yellow Luscious Bananarama and orange Luscious Marmalade lantanas are tom. This event is for age 13 to a.m., clean-up from 9 to 11 a.m. paired with superbells and supertunias. 19. Guests are welcome to bring Location: 100 Jones Point Drive a snack to enjoy during the work- Information: www.waterwayadvo- shop. Due to COVID-19, the max cates.org capacity for the workshop will be eight guests. AUGUST 25 Time: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Location: 1212 King St. TELL ME YOUR NAME Join Car- Hot stuff: plants Information: www.arwork- lyle House Historic Park staff for a shop.com/event/?loc=alexan- tour focusing on the experiences of dria&ev=179904 the enslaved community at Carlyle House and his plantations. The AUGUST 15 & 16 guided tour will explore the histori- that beat the heat cal context of slavery in 18th centu- ALEXANDRIA SUMMER SIDE- ry Alexandria and the importance of BY MARTY ROSS more risk we can take out, summer that you just don't WALK SALE One of the longest ongoing research efforts to connect the better," Josephson said. see in spring.” running seasonal summer shop- with descendants. Reservations ping events returns to Old Town and are required as space is limited. All Gardeners can retreat to This year is the 25th an- Angelonia is one of Han- Del Ray. The event features free COVID-procedures will be in place a cool spot indoors when the niversary of the Wave series cock's absolute favorites, for parking and more than 50 Alexan- during this tour. temperature soars. Plants of petunias, known for their its deep colors, spikey form dria boutiques stepping out of their Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m. storefronts and offering deeply Location: 121 N. Fairfax St. have to stay put. Fortunately, nonstop color, spreading hab- and fragrant flowers. discounted summer merchandise. Information: https://bit. a surprising variety of flow- it and versatility in beds and “They smell like sugar Shoppers are invited to don their ly/3fQPd60 most stylish face covering and fol- ers not only tolerate the heat, containers. But Wave petu- cookies,” he said. low the map of participating stores SEPTEMBER 13 but thrive in it. Summertime nias are only one example of Breeders are often look- to safely stroll outdoors along is their prime time. flowers that bloom happily ing over their shoulders Alexandria’s red brick sidewalks for VIRTUAL GEORGE WASH- To be sure, you can't through the steamy days of when they work to solve gar- end-of-summer savings from locally INGTON PATRIOT RUN Race owned boutiques. through history during the area's neglect the care of plants summer. Pentas, salvias, di- deners' problems – they find Time: All day most unique 10-miler/5K! New during hot, dry spells, but anthus, impatiens, vinca, be- inspiration and opportunity Location: Throughout Old Town this year: Mount Vernon will of- and Del Ray fer a 10-mile race along with its heat-tolerant plants, wheth- gonias and many others keep in well-known and beloved Information: www.visitalexandri- popular 5K! The USATF-certified er in flower beds or in big the garden looking lively in plants of the past that just ava.com/things-to-do/shopping/ 10 mile and 5K course takes pots, don't need coddling. temperatures that can cause need a modern touch of color sidewalksale runners up and down the scenic George Washington Memorial “Heat tolerance is a real- people to melt. While you and a shot of vigor to appeal AUGUST 21 Parkway and traces Washington’s ly important trait for us be- move to a shady spot on the to new gardeners. footsteps through the historic cause we all know that con- patio or enjoy your view of the The Lucky Star series of ALEXANDRIA RESTAURANT area at Mount Vernon. Cross the WEEK TO-GO For 10 days and finish line with the beautiful Man- sumers don't always know garden from a window, bright pentas is an example. Lucky two weekends, more than 60 sion in view and enjoy a beer on about plant care and water- summer flowers keep produc- Star is relatively new, and restaurants in Alexandria will offer the 12-acre field! There will also a $49 takeout, delivery or curbside be concessions, music and an ing,” Claire Josephson, prod- ing fresh blooms in the hot- Josephson is excited about it pick-up dinner for two during Al- awards ceremony for the races' uct marketing manager for test sun, and butterflies float for its continuous blooming exandria Restaurant Week To-Go. top finishers. PanAmerican Seed, said. in on warm summer breezes habit, great colors, compact This year, guests are encouraged to Time: 7:15 a.m. bring Alexandria Restaurant Week Location: 3200 Mt. Vernon Me- PanAmerican Seed is a to visit them, too. size and pollinator-friendly home and enjoy special menus morial Highway plant-breeding company “What's exciting to me is flowers. Each flower head is from the comfort of their dining Information: https://bit.ly/33SXRPa known for introducing Wave there are more heat-tolerant made up of hundreds of small petunias – among other top flowers all the time,” Jus- blooms. Pentas make a big EDITOR'S NOTE: performers – to the Ameri- tin Hancock, horticultural impression from a distance, The Times encourages residents to continue to follow Gov. Ralph can market. craftsman at the plant brand and the many tiny flowers Northam’s (D-VA) “Safer at Home” guidance, to maintain physi- “We are trying to breed Monrovia, said. “You get cal distance from others and to wear masks in public. bulletproof plants, and the certain types of color in the SEE HOT STUFF | 17 WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM AUGUST 13, 2020 | 17 HOMES HOT STUFF FROM | 16 combinations make the most of sweet-potato vines were of these tough plants. Ver- fast-growing plants that were are also charming up close. benas, which start blooming inclined to take over a flow- Old-fashioned vincas are in late spring and keep going er bed, flowerpot or hanging back in style these days, too, through summer and into fall, basket. 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Run in Sept, Oct, Nov, and Dec 2020 18 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES Our View Opinion Differing back-to-school approaches “Where the press is free and every man is able to read, all is safe.” Last week, we wrote about Alexandria City Public Schools’ back-to-school plan, which involves 100% virtual learning for the start of the 2020-2021 school - Thomas Jefferson year. This week, we took a look at the other schools in Alexandria – the private and religious institutions. While some of these schools are still undecided, the schools that have an- nounced their back-to-school plans have largely favored some degree of in-per- son instruction. For the most part, this is unsurprising. Overall, private schools tend to have smaller populations than public schools. This rings especially true in Alexandria, where the public school system has been facing a capacity crunch that makes the idea of starting in-person classes in already-congested classrooms a logistical nightmare. ACPS serves more than 15,000 total students. The largest private school in Al- exandria, St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School, which serves students pre-K through grade 12, has just a fraction of that at 1,140 students. See our graph on page 10 for a list of the student populations at Alexandria’s various private schools. Smaller student populations and less overcrowding mean it’s easier to establish distance among students and staff and monitor them for COVID-19 symptoms. It’s also easier to establish hybrid virtual/in-person plans. Take Bishop Ireton High School: The school has divided its 780 students al- Your Views phabetically by last name so that half the student body will be on campus at any given time. The groups rotate in and out every two days, attending classes remotely on the out-of-classroom days. The model is feasible for an administra- tion that needs to develop a plan for only 780 students who go to school on one Independent police campus. It gets a lot more complicated when you try to apply the model to ACPS, a division that manages almost 20 times the students, 18 times the buildings and auditor needed three times the grade levels. In addition to having smaller student populations, private schools are inde- pendently funded, and they aren’t necessarily bound by the regulations that public The AHRC executive committee is the only schools must follow, such as transportation and special education requirements. civilian group that receives brief summaries There’s no doubt that reopening in any capacity is a major challenge for both prepared by APD of closed internal investigations private and public schools, but for these reasons, it’s a little more feasible for private schools. involving past civilian complaints of unnecessary As for the individual reopening plans at Alexandria’s private schools, each force, harassment, demanding language, hate crimes/ model seems to make sense for its institution on the surface. biased policing and the use of excessive force.” Episcopal High School, the only all-boarding school in Alexandria, is inviting students back to campus for full-time instruction starting on Oct. 2. This makes sense for a boarding school, where leaders can limit the comings and goings to To the editor: mission for women, as well as ex- and from campus. They’ve also committed to testing all students and staff for The Alexandria Human Rights ecutive committee member, first COVID-19 multiple times – an admirable and necessary feat for a school following Ordinance established the Alex- vice-chair and chair. an in-person model. andria Human Rights Commis- Annually, the AHRC meets with While the other in-person schools haven’t committed to testing, which could sion in 1975. The commission the Alexandria Police Department end up hurting them in the long run, most plans we’ve seen are highly detailed comprises 14 members appoint- to discuss progress in addressing when it comes to safety protocols – from distancing and mask-wearing to symp- ed by city council for three-year discrimination within the depart- tom screening and temperature checks. terms. The AHRC works to ensure, ment, goals to support diversity and These plans are clearly well thought out, but when school is back in session, among other things, that Alexan- inclusion and to review data provid- the safety of students and staff is going to come to down to two things: enforce- drians are treated fairly and in ed to analyze statistical disparities ment and adaptation. accordance with applicable state with minority groups or specific Schools will need to strictly enforce the plans that they’ve spelled out, wheth- and local laws and regulations. segments of the community. er that means sending home students with temperatures, disciplining those who Between the two of us, we The AHRC executive commit- refuse to wear masks or keeping desks 6 feet apart. If the regulations and mea- served 11 years on the AHRC as tee is the only civilian group that sures aren’t enforced, an outbreak is inevitable. liaisons to the economic oppor- Of course, an outbreak could be inevitable anyway, which brings us to adapta- tunities commission, the com- SEE POLICE AUDITOR | 19 tion: Schools must be ready to adapt to a new plan if their initial back-to-school model doesn’t work out. If in-person protocols are too hard to enforce, switch to The opinions expressed in letters and columns are those of the hybrid. If there’s an outbreak of COVID-19 cases, switch to virtual. writers only and do not reflect the views, nor receive the These back-to-school plans look safe on paper, but only time will tell if endorsement, of the Alexandria Times. they’re sustainable. WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM MARCH 12,2020 | 31 AUGUST 13, 2020 | 19

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Three elementa- [email protected] continued in use until 1920. ry school classes were taught Margaret Stevens Those two frame buildings in two small houses across the Sales Director were erected to house Ne- street, two on split shifts. The [email protected] gro elementary school chil- Alexandria Citizens’ Associ- Patrice V. Culligan dren: Hallowell School for ation, led by Henry C. Brooks Publisher Emerita girls, led by Principal Sarah and Atty J. Byron Hopkins [email protected] A. Gray, in the 400 block of corresponded and held confer- North Alfred Street, and the ences with city and state offi- EDITORIAL COURTESY PHOTO Snowden School for boys, led The 1952 Parker-Gray band, with band teacher E.L. Patterson in cials, Secretary of the Interior Cody Mello-Klein by Principal John F. Parker, the back row, far left, and Principal William H. Pitts in the back Harold Ickes and President Reporter & Photographer in the 600 block of South Pitt row, far right. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Atty [email protected] Street. Parker-Gray School Hopkins staged a “sit-down” Olivia Tucker memorializes the names of The African American eighth grade. in Secretary Ickes’ office un- Intern those two principals. community helped to get White relinquished his til he was given an audience [email protected] The Black community, led the necessary equipment principalship in 1927 but con- with him because a federal ADVERTISING by the Rev. S. B. Ross, pastor for the students. Lyles con- tinued as a teacher until 1934. loan or grant was temporar- Margaret Stevens of Third Baptist Church; Sam- tacted out-of-town alumni, Wesley D. Elam, the new prin- ily blocked on grounds that [email protected] uel Tucker; Samuel Madden; teachers, organizations and cipal, organized the Eighth though schools in Alexandria Blanche Taylor; Henry T. Tay- local alumni, raising about District Teachers’ Associa- were separate, they most cer- Marty DeVine [email protected] lor; the Teachers’ Association; $4,000. They purchased tion, an affiliate of the Vir- tainly were not equal. and alumni of Hallowell and chairs for the auditorium, ginia Teachers’ Association. As a result of their per- Patrice V. Culligan Snowden Schools, succeed- a stage curtain, wastebas- He coached two winners of severance, some relief to the [email protected] ed in getting a new school by kets, desk clocks, coat racks the Elks’ Oratorical Contest: crowded condition in Park- Tina Franco whatever means available to for teachers, $1,000 worth Joseph C. Waddy, who be- er-Gray was given when the Office Administrator them in their time. of equipment for the home came a federal court judge in school board purchased and [email protected] In September 1920, Park- economics room, refer- Washington D.C., and Earleen converted an old silk facto- er-Gray School, grades one ence books, roller maps and Luckett Hughes, who became ry on the southwest corner of GRAPHIC DESIGN through eight, located on globes, a typewriter, a Vic- a French and English teacher Wilkes and South Pitt streets. Lyvian Sieg Wythe Street, opened with trola and records, a lantern at Parker-Gray. Elam also or- This school housing the ele- [email protected] Henry T. White as teach- slide with 600 slides and paid ganized a faculty quartet and mentary children, who lived er/principal and nine other half of the cost of window supported Ferris Holland, the south of Cameron Street, was CONTRIBUTORS teachers: Laura M. Dorsey, shades for the building. science teacher, in organiz- named Lyles-Crouch in honor Luke Anderson Susie P. Madden, Margaret T. Though no high school was ing football, basketball, base- of teachers Jane Ann Crouch Mara Benner Young, Sarah D. Gray, Harriet provided for African American ball and track teams. Despite and Rozier Lyles. It opened Alexa Epitropoulos Thornton, Florence Murray, boys and girls, White and Park- the many obstacles, Holland in September 1935 with Julia Kim Gilliam James E. Howard, Rozier D. er, having taught eighth grade fielded many winning teams Pritchett as principal. Elizabeth Holm Lyles and Mamie E. Anderson. in the Hallowell and Snowden and was often assisted by Dr. *The term “Negro” is the Parker-Gray was the only ele- schools, continued this grade Charles A. West, a former language that was used during Sarah Liu mentary school in Alexandria at Parker-Gray. Many stu- All-American football player the schools’ founding, not OHA’s Louise Krafft with an auditorium because dents, however, attended high who practiced medicine in Al- language. Jim McElhatton of White’s insistence that one school in Washington D.C. In exandria for many years. Dr. Vivek Sinha be placed in the architectural 1921, the Rev. A. W. Adkins Elam’s objectives were Out of the Attic is Jordan Wright plans. Only the barest neces- was appointed the first official creating a good curriculum, provided by the Office of sities were provided. high school teacher and taught expanding Parker-Gray to Historic Alexandria. ALEXTIMES LLC Denise Dunbar Managing Partner Weekly Poll The Ariail family Suzanne Brock Last Week This Week Take the poll at alextimes.com William Dunbar Do you agree with Alexandria City Public Schools' choice to What model of instruction do you prefer for the start of the HOW TO REACH US start the school year entirely online? 2020-2021 school year? 110 S. Pitt St. 36% No, I think ACPS should have opened with the hybrid model. A) 100% in person. Alexandria, VA 22314 36% No, I think ACPS should have opened completely in-person. B) 100% remote. 703-739-0001 (main) 703-739-0120 (fax) 27% Yes. C) A hybrid in-person/remote model. www.alextimes.com 1% I'm not sure. D) It depends on the school. WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM AUGUST 13, 2020 | 21

Weekly Words DEATH NOTICES JAMES V. BREEDING (52), of Alexandria, July 26, 2020 BOB CALHOUN (83), of Alexandria, Aug. 6, 2020 LINDA CRAIG (85), of Alexandria, Aug. 7, 2020 MARY J. DAVIS (93), of Alexandria, Aug. 6, 2020 WENDELL KEYES (89), of Alexandria, Aug. 9, 2020 LOREN R. LARSON (80), of Alexandria, Aug. 3, 2020 PATRICIA MAYS (73), of Alexandria, Aug. 4, 2020 WILLIAM J. RUSH (38), formerly of Alexandria, July 31, 2020 SARITA G. SCHOTTA (83), formerly of Alexandria, Aug. 5, 2020 Solutions from last week Solutions from

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Layer of nail polish 1. Place for a screwdriver 42. Draw forth 99. "That's enough!" 33. Apiece 88. Typical Sultan Qaboos Univer- 2. Miles away 43. Tampa neighbor, familiarly 100. Dubai dignitary 34. Out of danger sity student 3. One may support a hoop 45. Line on a graph 103. Historic artifact 37. *Newsroom fixture (5 to 7) 90. Elbow's place 4. Court summons 48. Drink to make with your buds? 106. Tagging along 40. Roller skate strings 91. Poker action 5. Visitor from space 51. Diet heavy in meat 107. Square footage 44. Dryer brand 92. "... assuming there's even one" 6. Lean against 52. Homes for pigs 108. King who disinherited 46. Really bad 94. Business bigwigs 7. Clumsy ones 56. Annual fashion fundraiser Cordelia 47. Vindictive Greek goddess 95. Rope on the range 8. Frat bud 57. Shows fright 109. Heath bar alternative 49. ___-weekly 97. *Reason for roadside service 9. Mammoth 58. Aspiring J.D.'s exam 110. Device with playlists 50. "Just chill!" (4 to 6) 10. Heavy hammer 60. Spencer of "Good Morning 111. Starter home? 51. Bursts open 101. Obnoxious kid 11. Some homework helpers America" 112. Cheese in red wax 52. Mexican coins 102. Atmosphere in a restaurant? 12. Simone Biles' Olympic team 62. Jane Goodall's subjects 113. Route-finding device 53. Spot on a card 104. Deli subs 13. Italian city where pesto 63. Scaredy-cat 114. Org. on a mouthwash bottle 54. Stubborn equine 105. Fail to include originated 64. "Water Lilies" painter 116. Messenger molecule 55. Picture 107. Woodard of "Juanita" 14. "Respect" singer Franklin 66. Attractive quality 117. Bring to a close 22 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES Classifieds AUCTIONS other states. Affordable statewide and in other proposals, cancel this solicitation, being held electronically, unless Print and Digital Solutions states. 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These meetings are so that the proper arrangements WWW.ALEXTIMES.COM AUGUST 13, 2020 | 23 Classifieds may be made. ment to the Zoning Ordinance 1217 Colonial Avenue – Residen- 30-unit multifamily building with portion to R-8/Single-family zone to amend sections in Articles tial Encroachment Public Hearing ground-floor commercial uses, at 1101 Janney’s Lane, change the The Planning Commission will II – VIII, XI and XII to amend and consideration of a request for including Special Use Permits to R-20/Single-family zone to R-8/ hold a Work Session prior to the commercial use definitions, an Encroachment into the public increase the floor area ratio to 2.5 in Single-family zone at 1201 and Public Hearing to discuss the fol- commercial use conditions and right-of-way on Colonial Avenue the KR zone, a parking reduction to 1203 Janney’s Lane, and change lowing items: Inclusionary Zoning home occupation requirements for a retaining wall; zoned: RB/ provide all required parking spaces the R-8/Single-family zone portion and North Potomac Yard Envi- and to change certain uses from Townhouse. in the garage at 116 South Henry to POS/Public open space and ronmental Sustainability Master requiring Special Use Permits and Applicant: John D. Bullington, Street and a loading reduction to community recreation zone at 1099 Plan. The session will begin at 5:30 Administrative Use Permits to represented by Minturn Wright, allow for reduced loading space Francis Hammond Parkway; and PM and go until approximately either Administrative Special Use attorney ceiling height; (b) a Special Use (B) a Development Special Use 7:00 PM. Permits or permitted uses. Permit for a restaurant; and (c) a Permit and site plan to demolish Staff: City of Alexandria, Depart- Special Use Permit #2019-00107 Special Use Permit for a Transpor- the existing building and construct Election of Planning Commission ment of Planning & Zoning 300 King Street (Parcel Address: tation Management Plan; zoned: a new public school, including Officer for Vice Chair 302 King Street) - Kisso Asian KR/King Street Urban Retail. Special Use Permits for an increase Zoning Text Amendment #2020- Bistro Applicant: Galena Capital in floor area and height pursuant to Zoning Text Amendment #2019- 00005 Public Hearing and consideration Partners, represented by Mary Section 7-2100 of the Zoning Ordi- 00007 Zoning Ordinance Practical of a request for a Special Use Catherine Gibbs, attorney nance (if Text Amendment #2019- Increased Density for Public Updates Permit to increase the hours of 00007 is approved), to exceed the School Sites (A) Initiation of a Text Amend- operation and to add delivery ve- Development Special Use Permit maximum parking requirement, (A) Initiation of a Text Amend- ment; and (B) Public Hearing and hicles at an existing grandfathered #2019-00033 an indoor and outdoor recreation ment; and (B) Public Hearing and consideration of a Text Amend- restaurant; zoned: KR/King Street Special Use Permit #2020-00036 facility and community center use, consideration of a Text Amend- ment to the Zoning Ordinance Urban Retail. 116 South Henry Street - GCP and modifications to the front and ment to the Zoning Ordinance to to amend Section 1-700 to add to Applicant: Ren Yong Cai Henry Street rear yard setbacks; zoned: R-8/ amend Section 7-2100 to allow for the list of zones the RMF Zone; to Public Hearing and consideration Single-family, R-20/Single-family, an increase in density for public amend definitions for floor area Special Use Permit #2020-00039 of a request for (A) a Development and POS/Public Open Space and school use. (Section 2-145(A)(11) and (12)), 2050 Ballenger Avenue-Catholic Special Use Permit and site plan Community Recreation. Staff: City of Alexandria, Depart- medical care facilities (Section University of America with modifications to construct a Applicants: Alexandria City Public ment of Planning & Zoning 2-174) and townhouse dwelling Public Hearing and consideration 16-unit mixed-use retail/residential Schools and City of Alexandria and two-family dwelling (Sections of a request for a Special Use Per- building with ground floor com- Encroachment #2019-00004 2-138 and 2-140); to amend the mit for a private academic school; mercial uses facing South Henry THE FOLLOWING CASE(S) 5601 Courtney Avenue - Virginia RB and RM zone grandfathering zoned: CDD#1/Coordinated Street, a three-unit multi-family WILL BE HEARD BY THE Paving Company Encroachment provisions (Section 3-707(B) and Development District #1. residential building facing South PLANNING COMMISSION Public Hearing and consideration 3-1108 (B)); to amend Section Applicant: The Catholic Univer- Patrick Street and a 142-space ONLY AND BY CITY COUNCIL of a request for various Encroach- 3-1406 to add the effective date sity of America, represented by automated parking garage, includ- ONLY UPON APPEAL: ments into the public right-of-way of the ordinance; to allow open David S. Houston, agent ing special use permits for motor on Courtney Avenue; zoned: I/ porches meeting specific criteria vehicle parking or storage for more Development Site Plan #2019- Industrial. in required side yards (Sections Special Use Permit #2020-00045 than 20 vehicles for the six-story 00031 Applicant: Eurovia Atlantic Coast, 7-202 and 11-302); to add Section 3410 Mount Vernon Avenue (Par- automated parking structure, to 110 Callahan Drive - VRE Pedes- LLC, represented by Mary Cather- 7-202(E) to allow fences taller than cel Address: 3408 Mount Vernon increase the number of dwellings trian Accessibility Improvements ine Gibbs, attorney 6 feet between residential prop- Avenue) – Hops ‘N Shine per acre to no more than 54.45, to at Alexandria Union Station erties and certain other uses; to Public Hearing and consideration exceed the maximum parking re- Public Hearing and consideration Informational Item: Presentation clarify provisions regarding fences of a request for a Special Use quirement, and for a loading space of a request for a Development of Housing Contributions Work on corner lots (Sections 7-1700, Permit for outdoor live enter- reduction to allow reduced loading Site Plan with modification to the Group Recommendations 7-1701 and 7-1702); to add Section tainment; increase in indoor and space ceiling height and modifi- crown coverage requirement for Staff: City of Alexandria, Office of 7-2600 to limit the percentage of outdoor seats; increase in hours of cations for open space, setbacks, platform improvements and two Housing a window that may be blocked by indoor and outdoor hours of op- crown coverage and street tree elevators; zoned: UT/Utilities and art, signs or other materials; to eration; an outdoor bar, outdoor requirements; and (B) a Special Use Transportation Vacation #2019-00002 amend Section 11-804 to remove cooking and outdoor games; and Permit for a restaurant; zoned: CD/ Applicant: Virginia Railway 2 East Mason Avenue - Vacation reference to a repealed law; to delivery vehicles for an existing Commercial Downtown. Express Public Hearing and consideration amend various provisions related restaurant (amending SUP #2017- Applicant: Galena Capital Partners, of a request to vacate a portion of to the Board of Zoning Appeals to 0091); zoned: CG/Commercial represented by Mary Catherine Development Site Plan #2020- the public right-of-way adjacent to comply with the Code of Vir- General. Gibbs, attorney 00005 2 East Mason Avenue and along ginia (Sections 11-1008, 11-1103, Applicant: Abe Hadjiesmaeiloo 318 South Whiting Street (Parcel Commonwealth Avenue to add 11-1104, and 11-1207); to amend Development Special Use Permit Address: 296 South Whiting area to a residential side yard for a Section 12-101(B)(3) to expand the Development Special Use Permit #2020-00010 Street) - Alexandria Station fence; zoned: RB/Townhouse. applicability of the residential re- #2019-00032 Rezoning #2020-00002 Clubhouse Applicants: Elizabeth and Jesse version criteria; to amend Section Special Use Permit #2020-00033 1009, 1101,1201 & 1203 Janney’s Public Hearing and consider- Jardim 12-102(D) to correctly reference Transportation Management Plan Lane and 1099 Francis Hammond ation of a request to construct an the KR zone and apply residential Special Use Permit #2020-00034 Parkway – Douglas MacArthur approximately 5,000 square foot Zoning Text Amendment #2020- reuse to specific blocks along King 912, 916 and 920 King Street - Elementary School clubhouse (amending SIT65-50); 00003 Street. GCP King Street Public Hearing and consideration zoned: RCX/Medium Density Small Business Practical Updates Staff: City of Alexandria, Depart- Public Hearing and consideration of requests for: (A) an amend- Apartment. (A) Initiation of a Text Amend- ment of Planning & Zoning of a request for (a) a Development ment to the official zoning map to Applicant: Avanath Alexandria ment; and (B) Public Hearing and Special Use Permit and site plan change the POS/Public open space Station, LLC, represented by Dun- consideration of a Text Amend- Encroachment #2020-00003 with modifications to construct a and community recreation zone can W. Blair, attorney 24 |AUGUST 13, 2020 ALEXANDRIA TIMES

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