Middle School Advanced Academic Programs (AAP)

Learn about Young Scholars, Honors classes, Full-Time AAP services, and the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Program (MYP)

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Advanced Academic Programs offer several types of challenging learning experiences to meet the needs of a broad range of advanced learners in middle schools. Advanced Academic services are implemented in middle schools using a school-based model through Honors coursework and Full-Time AAP Services. Middle School Honors classes are open enrollment. Eligibility for Full-Time AAP services is determined through a central screening committee.

Contact the Advanced Academics Program Office at 571-423-4740 or [email protected]. 

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Young Scholars

The Young Scholars model identifies and nurtures advanced academic potential in students from historically underrepresented populations. Find information on the model and AAP services for Young Scholars.
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International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Program (MYP)

The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Program (MYP) is an all-inclusive program for students in grades 6 through 10, with students choosing to pursue the FCPS MYP certificate in tenth grade.
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Honors, Grades 7-8

Honors classes in middle school are open to all students who seek academic rigor. Fairfax County offers open enrollment in Honors social studies, English, science, and mathematics classes.
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Full-Time Advanced Academic Program Services, Grades 3-8

The Full-Time Advanced Academic Services Program focuses on academic depth and complexity in the four core content areas. Eligibility for Full-Time services is determined through a screening committee at the central office level.
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Full-Time Advanced Academic Program School Assignments

Full-Time Advanced Academic Center Placements by School
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Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners

2e learners have the ability to think, reason, and problem-solve at advanced levels, and they also have special learning needs. FCPS provides accommodations to ensure the success for 2e students--a unique group of learners.