FCPS News

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) posted the results of its second Family Engagement Survey. The survey was conducted during the 2023-24 school year to measure the division’s current success with family engagement. It will also help us deepen that engagement and continue building trust while…

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited several schools, hosted an Employee Conversation, and more!

Letter to FCPS families regarding the tragedy at Apalachee High School in Georgia.

In this issue, read about immunization requirements, community conversations, and prioritizing attendance.

Join Ms. Vivi for a bittersweet farewell as she reflects on her first year of teaching. In the final episode of My First Year, witness the emotional journey as Ms. Vivi says goodbye to her beloved students. Watch as she packs up her classroom, shares heartfelt messages, and reminisces about the…

View Superintendent Reid's letter to families about the recent Fairfax County police investigation.

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of September 2024.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she presented at the first School Board meeting of the 2024-25 school year and more!

August 29, 2024 - School Board Regular Meeting Highlights

In this issue, read about Student Rights and Responsibilities, School Safety, Credit for Languages, and Community Conversations.

The School Board is accepting applications for the Student Leadership Development Program, open to any high school freshman, sophomore, or junior in good academic standing. Twelve students will be selected and partner with a School Board Member to observe how FCPS is governed, show students the…

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she kicked off the first week of school year 2024-25 and more!

In this issue, read about everything you can do through SIS ParentVUE, updating immunizations and records, and things to remember when visiting schools.

Whether you’re a 10- or 11-month employee with time off over the summer or a 12-month employee taking a week or two off, many take time over the summer to rest, recharge, and get inspired for another year of teaching and supporting our students. How did you recharge this summer? Let us know by…

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended Open Houses, got ready for the new school year, and more!

A collection of first-day-of-school photos captures the excitement of a new beginning and the sense of anticipation as students, accompanied by school staff, start the 2024-2025 school year.

In this issue, read about how to prepare for a strong start to school, cell phone policy reminders, and information on updating immunizations.

Fairfax County Public Schools announced schools providing free or reduced-price meals for children served under the National School Lunch and/or School Breakfast programs.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended FCPS' kickoff for new teachers, visited Poe Middle School, and more!

Twelve hundred new teachers attended the 30th annual Great Beginnings Summer Institute (GBSI) kickoff event last week at Hayfield Secondary School. The program has grown tremendously since it began in 1995 with 50 participants, two cohorts, and two coaches. This year, the large group consists of 40…

Learn about meal prices, free and reduced-price meals, and other topics related to student meals.

Healthy Minds Feature - Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year. Here are some tips to foster a positive and successful start for your child.

In this issue, learn how to prepare for the first day of school, about the new FCPS.edu, and resources for families

Both sports came to FCPS high schools after students and families brought the suggestion to the School Board.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended the Office of Communications "Comms Camp", the annual Department of Information Technology (DIT) conference, and more!

Some FCPS grads are walking across the stage on July 31 instead of next June, almost a full year ahead of schedule.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited summer enrichment and credit recovery programs and more!

The students' website, ScamCops, won the 2024 Fairfax Area Student Shark Tank Technology Challenge.

Clearview Elementary School held its first summer robotics camp, courtesy of the Herndon High School Robotics Team.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended the attended FCPS' 2024 Leadership Kickoff, attended a student theater production, and more!

The Fairfax County School Board invites applications from community members interested in serving on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC) for a At-Large (Moon) District member, a Franconia District member, a Providence District member, and a Springfield District member. FPAC advises and…

July 18, 2024 - School Board Regular Meeting Highlights

The School Board approved updates to the FCPS Boundary Policy (Policy 8130) at its July 18 regular meeting, completing a years-long comprehensive review of the policy for the first time in nearly four decades.

Ten Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) students from three high schools have been named winners of 2024 Merit Scholarship awards by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended the attended the 70th anniversary celebration for Luther Jackson Middle School and more!

The Fairfax County School Board confirmed its leadership for the 2024-25 school year at its July 11 regular meeting. 

July 11, 2024 - School Board Regular Meeting Highlights

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she shared an update on online tutoring services and more!

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of July/August 2024.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she hosted Community Conversations about our limited early release Mondays for elementary school students during the 2024-25 school year and more!

FCPS students compete in a variety of academic and activity-based competitions throughout the school year. This year, six teams and 11 individuals won the Virginia High School League (VHSL) academic championship and six teams and eight individuals were the state runners-up.

Congratulations to all the FCPS student athletes who participated in the 2024 spring sports season. This year, five teams and 17 individuals won the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 6 championship in their respective sports, and six teams and 18 individuals were the state runners up.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended the 2024 FCPS’ Equity Symposium, hosted an Employee Conversation, and more!

The Fairfax County School Board invites interested community members (with business and/or auditing expertise) to apply for a current Citizen Appointee vacancy on the School Board Audit Committee.

The Fairfax County School Board invites applications from community members interested in serving on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC) for a Providence District member. FPAC advises and informs FCPS staff and the School Board in the development of comprehensive, long-term plans for…

Aisha Farooq is Janelle Ali’s pre-K classroom helper. This isn’t Farooq’s first time working with Ali. Ali was also Farooq’s special education preschool teacher in 2005.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended graduations, FCPS Honors, and more!

FCPS students received 30 national awards through the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. FCPS students were recognized for original art and writing with one American Visions Medal, eight Gold Medals, 20 Silver Medals, and two portfolio Honorable Mentions.

Exceptional employees from across Fairfax County Public Schools were recognized at the FCPS Honors event held Wednesday, June 12. Sponsored by Educate Fairfax, the 2024 celebration was hosted at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts.

This blog was written by Anna Claire Sheehan, a recent graduate of Oakton High School. Anna Claire interned in the FCPS Office of Communications in the final weeks of her senior year. Read about what she learned.