Alexandria Country Day School, a dynamic school community enrolling 250 students in Kindergarten to Grade 8, values academic excellence, character, independent thinking, citizenship, and respect for others. It seeks to inspire creativity, enthusiasm for learning, and confidence through a stimulating academic program, athletics, and the arts. The curriculum emphasizes a strong foundation in core subjects, while specialist instructors teach Spanish, music, computers, library skills, art, drama, and physical education. Student and Honor Councils, band, chorus, handbell choir, and clubs are among the activities. Middle School students take part in outdoor experiential learning; all students perform community service. Tuition: $17,950-$19,400. Rebecca Teti is Director of Admissions; Alexander "Exie" Harvey is Head of School.