Universal Design for Learning is a set of principles for curriculum development that give all individuals equal opportunities to learn. Explore these quick and easy inclusive tools and resources that can facilitate learning in FCPSOn, Strategies for Success and other classrooms for diverse students.
Fairfax County Public Schools offers a continuum of advanced academic services at the elementary level. Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) provide challenging learning experiences for all students that build on individual strengths and optimize abilities.
The Office of the Chief Academic Officer includes these areas: Office of Assessment and Reporting, Instructional Services Department, and Department of Special Services. The office reports to the Superintendent.
The Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer includes the following: Office of Employee Relations, Office of Employee Services and Operations, Office of Labor Relations, and Office of Talent Acquisition and Management. The office reports to the Superintendent.
FCPSOn is using technology and resources to support a transformation in teaching and learning to support students as they achieve Portrait of a Graduate attributes.
Three middle schools in the Mason District of FCPS currently house sixth grade students, which is a different set-up from all other middle schools across all other districts.
The Earl L. Pulley Career Center is one of two Fairfax County Public Schools centers that provides career and employment skills instruction to students with disabilities.
The S. John Davis Career Center is one of two Fairfax County Public Schools centers that provides career and employment skills instruction to students with disabilities.
The School Board provides oversight of Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) through regular engagement with Division Leadership and through these superintendent evaluation, executive limitations, and strategic plan goal reporting.
Both the IB Diploma Program and the AP Program offer students the opportunity to take college-level courses in high school. FCPS has an open enrollment policy for both programs and all students are encouraged to take AP/IB courses in their area(s) of academic strength. Students and parents are encouraged to check the website of the high school that they will attend to determine program and course offerings at their individual school.
The Office of Comptroller is responsible for the financial accounting activity for FCPS; this includes accounting operations; directing payment of obligations; financial reporting; financial policies, procedures and controls; financial oversight; financial systems support; and Risk Management.
Risk Management (RM) safeguards the well-being of students, staff, and community members, fostering a secure and resilient environment for all.