FCPS News

FCPS is committed to sharing any key findings and updates to our processes to ensure future consistency in appropriate and timely notification of National Merit Scholarship Corporation recognitions going forward. 

In the final issue of the 2020-21 school year, get information on summer food distribution, mask guidance for summer school, the Outstanding Employee Award winners, and graduations.

Healthy Minds Feature - Establish healthy relationships with your child by developing trust through emotional sharing.

In this issue, learn about the FY 2024 Advertised Budget, PreK Registration, Magnet School Lottery

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended a girls varsity basketball game, shared a Fairfax Inspires moment, and more!

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited several schools for Back to School Night events and sporting events.

Welcome to our inaugural edition of Sharing Our Success, an annual publication that highlights the 2020-21 achievements of our students and educators.  

Response to Recent Acts of Hatred and Violence

Moving to a new city can be a challenge for anyone, but it is a way of life for military families. There are approximately 14,500 military-connected students enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools, and the school division has developed numerous resources to welcome them and help them adapt to…

See how one middle school is spending its share of the $188.8 million in federal relief funding that FCPS received to address the impacts of COVID-19 on students.

Fairfax County Public Schools is soliciting public review and comment on basal instructional resources under consideration for K-6 Language Arts.

Healthy Minds Feature - Parents and guardians are in a unique position to positively influence children’s healthy eating habits and exercise.

The students and staff at Robinson Secondary School definitely understand that sometimes we all need a place to decompress from stress.

The partnerships team serves as the district’s friend-raiser and the Foundation for FCPS is the fundraiser.

FCPS has a new executive director of Food and Nutrition Services. Shaun Sawko is excited to make some significant changes to the food our students receive in school.

16-year-old Sophia Brown organized a bike drive at her high school, then traveled to Africa this summer to deliver the donations to teachers and students in one remote village.

In May, James Wrobeh received his diploma from Virginia State University (VSU) and was pinned a second lieutenant in the Army.

James wanted Bryant High School Principal Karen Hertel and Chief Equity Officer Nardos King to be involved in his pinning because “without them, going to college was not…

5 things to know or do, 4 links to visit, 3 points to access research, 2 children read aloud, 1 video to view!

We have concluded our detailed legal review and determined that our current Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) policies are consistent with federal and state anti-discrimination laws as required by the new model policies.

FCPS recently received praise from national leaders for its commitment to clean school buses (electric). In celebration of Earth Day (April 22), read more and watch a video about diesel vs. electric school buses.

TJHSST partnered with Engineering Tomorrow, a national STEM nonprofit, to bring one of Engineering Tomorrow’s free real-world, hands-on STEM labs on Phototherapy into their classroom.

Resources from FCPS and Fairfax County Government to help you have a fun, safe, and healthy summer. 

Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog to keep people up to date with all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Marshall High School to celebrate the expansion of a program that offers free Metrobus access to students. She was also at Powell ES…

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended the Fairfax Association for Elementary School Principals luncheon, FCPS' Great Beginnings Summer Institute 2023 to welcome new teachers, and more.

Samiullah — whose family left Afghanistan after his father survived being kidnapped by the Taliban — began his American public school experience in 2020 on a laptop computer. He persevered through pandemic virtual learning, summer classes and many SOL attempts to graduate this June and go on to…

A new language translation and text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website (www.fcps.edu) and each school website.

South Lakes High students in the Seahawk Cyber club met with the chief executive officer of Light Rider, Inc., the first U.S. company to provide Li-Fi networking technology communication in this area.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she hosted Community Conversations, shared FCPS updates at the School Board meeting, and more!

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended a Pi Day celebration, visited Fort Belvoir Primary and Upper for Month of the Military Child, and more!

Welcome Back FCPS Staff! Hope you had a great summer. Now, more than ever, we know that two-way communication with our community — especially employees — is invaluable. We’ve been hard at work this summer strategizing how best to engage with one of our most valuable assets; You!

The Fairfax County School Board has adopted the FY2023 Advertised Budget focused on student achievement and recognition of world-class educators and operational staff.

To help keep students focused on learning while at school and reduce the potential harm students may experience from social media, FCPS is blocking several social media sites for students on FCPS network and laptops.

Fairfax County Public Schools currently has eight electric school buses and is poised to get ten additional electric buses this spring.

Step into the colorful world of kindergarten at Mosaic Elementary School! Join us for a glimpse into a day in the life of these curious learners!

This page contains information about Schoology Student Voices. We want to hear how Schoology helps you in school.

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!

The Fairfax County School Board approved a calendar for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years. Thank you for being a part of this important process and making your voice heard through the calendar survey and other feedback opportunities.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited elementary schools, presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 proposed budget, shared a Fairfax Inspires moment at Mount Vernon High School, and more!

In this issue, learn about the FY 2024 Budget, School Lunch Balances, and State Assessment Summaries.

Mosaic Elementary School has been named a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. The Fairfax County public school is among seven schools in Virginia and 297 schools in the country receiving the honor this year.

NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren returned to Robinson Secondary School to speak to students on March 31. Lindgren–a Robinson graduate–talked about his career at NASA, and the advice he would give students aspiring to reach their dreams.

HEALTHY MINDS FEATURE --- Learn about the importance of sleep in children and youth leading healthy, happy, and productive lives...along with strategies to use to improve sleep if needed.

The four are now encouraging others who are unsure about their career path to consider teaching for FCPS.

Healthy Minds Feature - Setting and working towards well-defined personal goals of any kind have been shown to have many positive outcomes.

Dr. Michelle Reid visited two schools Friday to meet students, see teachers in action, and greet principals.

All 195 Fairfax County public schools are accredited, one with conditions, for accountability year 2023-24. Annual Pass Rate data remains steady and in line with state and local post-pandemic data trends.

HEALTHY MINDS FEATURE - There are many ways to help children take on new challenges, learn new skills, and feel valued so that they can grow as individuals and contribute to a positive school community.

Olympic gold medalist and South County High School alum Trevor Stewart is a talented track star who wants to help youth. We are thrilled to spotlight this remarkable FCPS alumnus as he discusses how FCPS has aided his success. Read more about Trevor's time in the Tokyo Olympics and his aspirations…

The end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) means that students and families should consider extra safety measures when traveling home from school in the evening and be patient with themselves in adjusting to the change in time.

The Fairfax County School Board unanimously voted to adopt Fairfax County Public Schools’ 2023-30 strategic plan at last night’s board meeting. FCPS’ new strategic plan will direct the school division’s work until the end of the decade.