ACCELERATED READER PROGRAM
Accelerated reader is a motivational program that supports reading instruction in grades 2 - 5. Each student has a quarterly goal to achieve based on his/her ability. The goals are reachable, but challenging. As goals are met each marking period, students will be recognized and/or rewarded. Students choose their own books from the AR Reading List and read at their own pace.

SUMMER READING
During the summer students can keep their reading skills sharp by reading and recording the books they have read on their summer reading brochures. A special program is held in the fall to celebrate their accomplishments. Summer Reading Record . Requires Adobe Acrobat.

COMPUTER RESOURCE PROGRAM
Students visit the computer lab weekly or every other week to explore software that supports and expands upon the core curriculum. Each classroom and the computer lab are networked and have access to the Internet. Internet research takes place in a structured environment supervised by teachers. A filtering program, is in place to prevent students from accidentally connecting to objectionable web sites.

RECYCLING INK CARTRIDGES
We participate in the technology fund raising program collecting empty inkjet and laser printer cartridges from our community.  Collected cartridges will earn the school money to be spent on technology materials and supplies. Please put all cartridges in Ziploc bags when you send them to school. 

The CAPS program was developed at Arrowhead and is the model character program for the Virginia Beach school system. Each month a different trait is highlighted.

REFLECTIONS PROGRAM
The PTA promotes this program to encourage students to become aquatinted with the arts. Students may interpret the theme (a new one is given each year) through music, visual arts, or literature.

AETV
Arrohwead has its own "television station". Student anchors deliver the morning announcements live over our close circuit system. Segements include news, weather, and annoucements as well as guest pledge leaders, Citizens of the Month, CAPS skits and songs, Today in History, and the Math Facts of the Day.