The release of weekly data shows that community transmissions rates have dropped in our region from “high” to “substantial.” This means that middle and high schools are able to join elementary schools in using 3 feet social distancing in classrooms where mask use is universal.
Instruction and Assessment Related Legislation
This page includes information about education-related legislation from the most recent General Assembly Session.
Information about opioid prevention and misuse including but not limited to: fentanyl, vicodin, oxycodone, oxymorphone, codeine, and other prescription pain medications.
Any parent may elect to provide home instruction for his or her school-age child in lieu of school attendance. A parent or guardian may provide a notice of intent to provide home instruction with these forms.
This page includes information about education-related legislation from the most recent General Assembly Session, including interim studies, work groups, and reports.
Standards of Quality/Standards of Accreditation Related Legislation
This page includes information about education-related legislation from the most recent General Assembly Session.
All communication should be clear, consistent, and aligned with FCPS’ brand identity. Every message you communicate is a reflection upon you, your school or department, and the entire school division.
The school trustees of all the magisterial districts and towns met bi-annually as a combined County School Board to discuss high-level matters dealing with finances, public school law, and the school calendar, to name a few. The records of these meetings are found in this collection.
The Department of Strategy, Planning, and Learning is responsible for strategy and planning, division wide professional learning, research and strategic improvement, and portfolio management. The department reports to the Chief of Staff.
Equitable Access to Literacy is FCPS' PreK-12 literacy program. It uses proven methods based on scientific reading research. Its goal is to expand learning opportunities to meet the needs of all students.
Month of the Military Child is a time to recognize and thank children from military families for their contributions and sacrifices. The nationwide commemoration was established in 1986 by former Defense Secretary Casper Weinberger.
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 2021-22.
School Board Liaison: Laura Jane Cohen
Staff Liaison: Michael Bloom, Director, Office of Special Education Instruction
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: Pat Hynes
Staff Liaison: Irene Meier, Director, Office of Special Education Instruction
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
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: Elizabeth Schultz
Staff Liaison: Michael Bloom, Acting Director, Office of Special Education Instruction
The Fairfax County Athletic Council serves in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors, the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, the Park Authority, and the School Board on sports matters.
The Family Resource Center (FRC) offers free webinars, consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. The center was formerly named the Parent Resource Center.
The School Board has formed an Audit Committee and established the Office of Auditor General (OAG) to independently determine whether the ongoing processes for FCPS operations and performance are adequately designed and functioning efficiently and effectively.
Learn about work through work. Career preparation engages students in authentic learning experiences. Students develop soft and hard skills that they can take to the workplace as an adult.
FCPS engages in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process on a regular cycle, with construction and renovation projects in various stages and impacting a variety of stakeholders.
Our Special Education Instruction program is designed to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities, ensuring they receive the support and resources necessary to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Business Insights: Essentials combines all of the content formerly found in Business & Company Resource Center with a new interface designed around the research goals and workflows of your diverse business research community. Easily find information on companies, industries and more in the context of timely news, statistical data, and in-depth reports.
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.
Members of the FCPS School Board collaborate with the Fairfax City Board through regular, ongoing communication, participation in regional and state School Board meetings and conferences, and an annual City/County Board meeting. The FCPS Board designates one of its members as an official liaison to the City.
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.