Fairfax County Public Schools’ Strategic Plan calls for the development of both return on investment (ROI) and decision-making frameworks. In response to the Plan, the Office of Research and Strategic Improvement (ORSI) has created a framework that will guide FCPS’ alignment of resources to division priorities.
The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities is a local advisory committee for special education, appointed by each local school board, shall advise the school board through the division superintendent. This information is for school year 2020-21.
School Board Liaison: Laura Jane Cohen
Staff Liaison: Michael Bloom, Director, Office of Special Education Instruction
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.
Instructional Technology Related Legislation
This page includes information about education-related legislation from the most recent General Assembly Session.
The Office of the Chief Equity Officer oversees Equity and Cultural Responsiveness, the Hearings Office, Title IX, Student Conduct (SR&R) and Discipline Disproportionality, and the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology Admissions Office. The office reports to the Superintendent.
Conduct & Discipline Related Legislation
This page includes information about education-related legislation from the most recent General Assembly Session.
Technology resources for accessible classrooms. Includes tools to support executive functioning skills and to support students with reading difficulties.
Under the plan, compensatory education may be provided to students with disabilities whose learning was impacted during the pandemic. The plan includes students with the regular or special education and related aids/services required by Section 504 plans or individualized education programs.
A local advisory committee for special education, appointed by each local school board, shall advise the school board through the division superintendent.
School Board Liaison: Stella Pekarsky
Staff Liaison: Michael Bloom, Director, Office of Special Education Instruction
Instructional coaches serve in the role of a mentor as they continue to build trusting relationships with the staff in a school to develop partnerships with all stakeholders.
This page includes information about education-related legislation from the most recent General Assembly Session, including interim studies, work groups, and reports.
Our high school Marketing Program includes courses in career preparation in areas such as advertising, entrepreneurship, fashion marketing, hotel marketing, marketing management, and sales promotion.
The Mosaic Elementary project includes renovations and additions bringing the future building area to approximately 122,000 square footage, consisting of classrooms, gymnasium, administration and cafeteria/kitchen expansion, and site improvements.
Team members from the Fairfax County Public Schools Office of Communications and Community Relations (OCCR) presented information about an award winning communication campaign at the annual National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) conference in July 2022.
From cybersecurity to marketing, CTE has a wide variety of opportunities for students who want to get real world experience as they prepare for the future.
Watch programming designed for elementary, middle, and high school students here on on TV. Complete information on channel lineup for cable providers is listed.
Instruction and Assessment Related Legislation
This page includes information about education-related legislation from the most recent General Assembly Session.
Check with your school for reading assignments and suggested reading lists. FCPS is partnering with the Fairfax County Public Library "Summer Reading Adventure" program to provide students incentives and suggested reading lists.