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February 17: President's Day -- School Closed
February 24: 3-hr Early Release Monday
March 6: Club/Group Picture Day
March 17: 3-hr Early Release Monday
March 24: Spring Individual and Class Picture Day
March 28: 3rd Quarter End
March 31: Eid al-Fitr Holiday --School Closed
April 1: Teacher Workday -- No School
April 8: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break -- School Closed
April 28: 3-hr Early Release Monday
May 19: 3-hr Early Release Monday
FCPS 2024-2025 Standard School Year Calendar
- FCPS Proposed Budget Progress
The Fairfax County School Board discussed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at their work session on February 4. They discussed details regarding student enrollment and investments in students requiring additional support, market comparison data for surrounding school divisions, and an update on progress toward achieving the Baldrige Award for Performance Excellence. Baldrige is a framework used to assess and improve organizational performance across various sectors, including education.
The School Board also held a public hearing on the FY 2026 Proposed Budget on Tuesday, February 4, where they invited the community to share their feedback on the budget.
On Tuesday, February 18, the Fairfax County executive will present the county’s Advertised Budget, and the Fairfax County School Board will hold a work session on the FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget. View FCPS’ Budget Development Calendar.
More than 85% of the budget is dedicated to instruction and reflects the needs of our community’s young people in response to the changing world around us. Budget priorities include providing competitive compensation for all employees, including a 7% salary increase for all staff. The majority of the budget increase is dedicated to that proposed 7% pay increase.
Our families want their children in high-quality schools with the best teachers who provide rigorous academic experiences. We must provide competitive compensation to attract and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students.
The proposed 7% salary increase would likely move FCPS to the highest starting salary for teachers with a master's degree among our neighboring counties and greatly improve our recruitment efforts amidst an ongoing teacher shortage. Visit the Budget webpage for more information.
The event begins with a light reception followed by a formal program, From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future. The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community.
For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.
Returning this Spring to GBW:
Girls on the Run (Grades 3-6 Girls)
Girls on the Run starts on March 3rd, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays after school until 5:30pm. Visit gotrnova.org to learn more and register girls grades 3-6. Questions? Email mbdrum@fcps.edu.
Let Me Run (Grades 4-6 Boys)
Let Me Run is a nonprofit wellness program that inspires boys to be themselves, be active, and belong. With a comprehensive curriculum that applies the power of running, the program encourages boys to develop their psychological, emotional, and social health, in addition to their physical health. Twice a week for 7 weeks, trained volunteer coaches lead the team through practice. Designed to amplify confidence, self-expression, and respect for others, each practice includes a lesson from the Let Me Run curriculum that incorporates running, games, and activities. Each season culminates in a 5k race festival that celebrates the boys’ personal growth. Registration at GBW is now open for boys in grades 4th-6th. The Spring season starts on March 10th, meets Mondays and Thursdays before school starting at 7:45 AM, and ends with a 5k race on Saturday, May 3th. Visit https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/Northern-Virginia-S25?sid=9c9951f91bc2409db103acca4e0d9835 to register.
Questions? Email mbdrum@fcps.edu. We are still hoping for a parent to sign up as substitute coach in case our teachers can’t make a morning practice!
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