Steps for Retiring/Resigning

Thank you for your service with Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).  If you are preparing to retire/resign from FCPS or have recently separated employment from FCPS, review the information listed below.

1. File Your Intent to Retire/Resign - You need to complete the Notification of Resignation/Retirement (HR-2) form.
   • If you are retiring, review the Health Care Benefits in Retirement webpage. This page will outline how retirement impacts your benefits. 
     For more details about how retirement benefits, please read our "Preparing for Retirement" packet. 
     • There are two versions depending on your retirement system membership: 
       • ERFC/VRS members: Preparing for Retirement for ERFC/VRS Members packet 
       • FCERS members: Preparing for Retirement for FCERS Members packet.
     • Once you are retired, you can learn about new information or find resources about retirement on the retiree benefits page.
   • If you are resigning, review the Former Employee Benefits webpage. This page describes how ending employment before you are eligible for retirement affects your benefits. 
     After your coverage terminates, you may be eligible to elect COBRA continuation coverage. Your COBRA election notice and form will be mailed separately to your home address. View the COBRA premium rates.
2. Retain Your Professional Learning Records - Before Leaving FCPS, print out your professional development records from MyPDE. If you have already left and need a copy, complete and submit the Authorization to Disclose Professional Learning Records form (PDF).
3. Be sure to read any communications coming from FCPS as they may contain important information about your pay, benefits, records, or more!