Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)

A Guide for Families: Navigating a safe and rewarding school experience with your child!

Cover of SR&R HandbookThe 2023-2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable and supportive school environment. We ask that you use this document as a framework for discussing these expectations with your child or teen so that he or she is well prepared for success when the school year begins. You will also find that this publication includes information that you may need throughout the school year, including contact numbers and other resources. This document is available in the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.

Parent/Guardian Signature Sheet
Please log on to your SIS ParentVue account and sign to acknowledge review of this document OR sign and return the Signature Sheet to your child’s school by September 29, 2023.

Letter from the Superintendent

It is our goal that every child is fully engaged, academically challenged, and prepared for success in school and beyond.

Introduction

FCPS inspires and empowers students to meet high academic standard; lead healthy, ethical lives; and be responsible and innovative global citizens.

SR&R Videos and Documents

Access SR&R videos and related documents such as a PDF version of the SR&R, translations of the SR&R document, and the Elementary and Secondary Quick Guides.

Student Rights and Student Responsibilities

Students contribute to a quality learning experience by coming to class every day with a positive attitude, personal integrity, and a commitment to making good choices.

Important Topics to Discuss with Your Child

Topics that parents and students frequently ask about.

Interventions and Disciplinary Procedures

Principals, teachers, and parents/family work together to teach students the behavior, social, and emotional skills needed to be successful in schools and in life.

Steps to Resolve Concerns

If you wish to express concern or disagreement with a decision or action taken by school officials, it is important to first talk with school personnel who are closest to the issue.

Guidance for Parents of Students with Disabilities

Information regarding Virginia regulations related to student discipline.

SR&R Glossary

Definitions of terms included in the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook.

Appendices

The Acceptable Use Policy for Student Network Access, Standards of Conduct for Students Riding Buses, Code of Virginia, and Regulation 2601

Nondiscrimination / Americans with Disabilities Statement

Contact information for inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, accommodations, or to obtain additional information.

Important Contact Information

Phone numbers for offices within Fairfax County Public Schools that can assist parents/families when questions or concerns arise. Community resources are also listed that can assist with crisis and mental health concerns.