Student-centered curriculum that provides a connected approach to improving student learning and achievement. Students read texts and engage in activities that inspire thoughtful conversation, discussion, and debate.
Our high school advanced technical and specialized elective courses are available at the High School Academies for students interested in pursuing coursework in a variety of options related to career pathways.
Student Activities and Athletics staff members provide a well-balanced activities program for students at all levels, and athletics for middle and high school students. The office reports to the Chief of Schools.
Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning environment for all students and to providing equal access to educational programs, services, and activities. We appreciate the many contributions made by LGBTQIA+ members of the school community, which includes people from all walks of life who should be able to live without fear of prejudice, discrimination, harassment, or violence.
FCPS’ Teachers for Tomorrow (TfT) is an approved Virginia Department of Education program offered to high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in education. The program is designed to attract high school students to the field of education through exposure to a world-class curriculum and hands-on experience that focuses on teaching.
FCPS recognizes its retirees with a beautiful catered ceremony. Each retiree is also recognized with a gift for his or her service, and is thanked by members of the FCPS Leadership Team as well as members of the School Board.
High School is an engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information on a wide array of subjects. The solution merges Gale's authoritative and continuously updated reference content with full-text magazines, academic journals, news articles, primary source documents, images, videos, audio files and links to vetted websites organized into a user-friendly portal experience.
Support, services, and consultation is available to any FCPS school community affected by loss caused by humans or natural disasters; deaths; suicides; and other tragedies.
Renovation including additions, bringing the future building area to approximately 104,000 SF. Additions include classrooms, administrative offices, library, and site improvements.
Subject-Specific AAP supports students who show potential in areas of specific academic strength. Eligibility for Subject-Specific AAP is determined by a school-based screening committee.
School booster clubs and PTA or PTO groups manage a variety of fee-based programs that benefit students such as after-school classes, clinics, and camps. Find out how to reserve space for your programs.
The Fairfax County School Board has established the following list of guiding principles to direct certain outcomes in facilities planning and to provide a context for decisions impacting the division’s capital needs.
Region 3 serves the Edison, Mount Vernon, and West Potomac pyramids and is led by an assistant superintendent and executive principals. The region reports to the Chief of Schools.
Bilingual community liaisons support families during the student registration process. They also help determine if parents have needs beyond registering their child for school.
Resources to help you learn the signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect. Includes information on how to respond if you suspect that a child has been abused or neglected by an adult caregiver.
The Early Literacy Program is a free, interactive family and child program. Families learn school-readiness strategies to prepare their children for future school success.
Global classrooms provide student collaboration opportunities with international peers to take action on content related global issues, while incorporating skills to prepare students for a sustainable future.
Provides recommendations to the local educational agency (or board) on current job needs and the relevancy of career and technical education programs.
Board Liaison: Ryan McElveen, At-Large Representative
Staff Liaison: Beth Downey, Coordinator, Career and Technical Education, Department of Instructional Services
2017-2018 School Year
The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two or three-week summer enrichment program for students in middle school and high school. Students select from nearly 60 classes!
Early Identification Program (EIP) is a multiyear college preparatory program for first generation, college bound middle and high school students who will be the first in their family to attend college.