Students use binoculars as they participate in the Code Up Summer Program at Kings Glen Elementary School.
🏆 17 Students and Five Teams Win Spring VHSL Sports Championships
Congratulations to all the FCPS student athletes who participated in the 2025 spring sports season. See the full list of FCPS teams and athletes who won Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 6 championships or were runners up.
💯 Middle School and High School Grading Updates
There will be new grading policies for all middle and high school classes in 2025-26. The goal of these changes is to increase consistency and clarity of grading practices. Learn about middle and high school grading policy updates.
🩹 Back-to-School Immunization Requirements
Make sure your child has all of their required immunizations before the first day of school. Check their immunization records to see what they might be missing. You can:
- Request immunization records online through the Virginia Immunization Information System (a free service).
- Get records from other states’ systems if your child was immunized outside of Virginia.
- Request records from your health care provider. Some may charge for copies.
Review school-required immunizations to verify that your child is up to date.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders
Several immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grades.
- All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations before the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria, the Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age seven or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- Parents/guardians may choose for their child to not receive the HPV vaccination. Documentation is not required to opt out of the HPV vaccination.
- All students entering 12th grade are required to receive one dose of the MenACWY vaccine before the beginning of school.
- To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.
As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.
Where to Receive Immunizations
If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your family’s health care provider or one of the following clinics:
- Inova Cares Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs provide children ages 5 and up with free school physicals and immunizations. Weekday and weekend clinics are available in July and August. These health fairs are for VA Medicaid or Uninsured Inova registered patients only. Appointments are required. Call 703-698-2550 to make an appointment. Bring vaccine records to the appointment.
Local immunization clinics and additional resources are available on the FCPS Immunization Resources webpage and from the FCHD.
⏰ Limited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools Continue Next Year
During a report to the School Board in June, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid announced plans to continue limited early release days in the elementary schools. These early release days will shift to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year.
This plan is based on recommendations from the Early Release Steering Committee, which includes parents, caregivers, school-based staff, and central office personnel. Key details, including the proposed dates for early release Wednesdays, are available on the FCPS website.
🌻 Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation — and Neither Does Fun!
FCPS’ Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious. Summer is the perfect time to help your child explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!
The Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to mental health and safety resources.
🍽️ Summer Meals for Students
FCPS’ Summer Meal Service Program provides breakfast and lunch free of charge to all children aged 18 and younger. Check our Food and Nutrition Services webpage and the USDA Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder for specific dates, times, and locations. If you have any questions regarding this summer’s meal service, please email SummerMeals@fcps.edu or call 703-813-4800.
Disability Awareness Open House at the Family Resource Center
In recognition of Disability Awareness Day, join the Family Resource Center on Monday, July 14, from noon to 2 p.m., at the Dr. Larry Bussey Community Library to learn about resources for individuals with disabilities. Guest speakers will include representatives from the Community Services Board and Best Buddies of VA/DC, and a panel featuring parents sharing their perspectives on raising children with disabilities.
Visit the Family Academy Catalog to learn more about this event, and other classes, workshops, and programs for all FCPS families.
Feedback Via the Boundary Explorer Tool Closes July 18
Since mid-May, families, employees, and community members have been able to provide feedback on the three draft boundary scenarios through a survey and commenting function within our Boundary Explorer Tool. If you still have thoughts you’d like to share, we encourage you to provide your feedback before the survey and commenting function close on Friday, July 18, at 5 p.m.
All feedback submitted in the tool prior to July 18 at 5 p.m. is being collected by the consultant and will be shared with the Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee.
Watch this video to learn more about the Boundary Explorer Tool. To learn more about the comprehensive boundary review process, you can review our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), bookmark our Comprehensive Boundary Review page, and sign up for our School Boundary Review newsletter.
🧸 Give Your Kids a Strong Start: Apply for Early Childhood Education Programs
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children ages 6 weeks to 4 years living in Fairfax County with economic and educational risk factors.
- The pre-K program prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from expectant mothers and parents/guardians of children 6 weeks to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. However, space is limited and provided based on need, not “first come, first served.” Applications are accepted online, by email, by postal mail (printable application), or in person at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042. If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
✨ The availability of pre-K programs to meet community needs is part of FCPS Strategic Plan Goal 1: Strong Start.
📍 Historical Marker Will Inspire Generations at Powell Elementary School
A historical marker honoring General Colin L. Powell was unveiled at Colin Powell Elementary School in Centreville on Saturday, June 14. Students, educators, community members, and friends and family of Powell attended the unveiling of the marker, which highlights his legacy as an advocate for youth initiatives, trailblazing military leader, statesman, and longtime Fairfax County resident.
The dedication marks the fourth installation in the county’s Black/African American Historical Marker Project. Read more about the latest installation.
☀️ Launching Leaders: FCPS Welcomes Its First Summer Interns
This summer, FCPS welcomed the inaugural cohort of summer interns, which includes an outstanding group of current students and recent FCPS graduates. This six-week, paid internship drew nearly 950 applicants, making the selection process incredibly competitive. Read more about the new summer internship program.
Simplified and Secure: Introducing FCPS' New Login Experience
Starting this summer, FCPS is launching a new login screen for FCPS applications, such as Schoology. Additional applications will feature the new login screen throughout the school year. The primary purpose is to make your online experience simple, consistent, and secure. Your FCPS username and password, which you currently use for SIS ParentVUE, will not change.
If you have questions or need support please check out the Family Technology resources or open a ticket with FCPS’ Technical Support desk.
🍎 Join Team FCPS!
FCPS will host an in-person job fair for educators on Wednesday, July 23, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
The event will feature networking and interviewing opportunities with representatives from FCPS schools. Employment offers may be extended during the fair. Learn more and register to attend.
🚌 Join the Driving Force in Education!
Join us for one of our school bus driver job fairs this summer and be part of our team! Events take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates:
Learn more about driving for FCPS and the $2,000 signing bonus!
Find Your Career Here
Whether you are just starting a career or are an experienced professional, Fairfax County Public Schools offers a wide range of rewarding careers and the support to help you grow with us! We’re proud of our supportive work environment that enables you to feel and do your best.
View current job openings.
Important Updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
There are several SR&R updates for the 2025-26 school year, including changes to the cell phone policy. Other updates include better clarity or new procedures around topics such as discipline data, parent notifications, hate speech, and integrated discipline training. The full list of changes is available on BoardDocs.
📵 Cell Phone Policy Update for High Schools
Beginning in August, high school students can only use their cell phones and other personal devices (AirPods, smart watches, etc.) during lunch and before or after school. This is a change from FCPS’ previous cell phone policy, which allowed high schoolers to use devices during passing periods. Students must keep devices off and away during classroom time and during passing periods between classes beginning this fall.
Read more about the updated Cell Phone Policy.
🏫 Calendar Reminders: 2025 First Day of School
Monday, August 18, is the first day of school for the 2025-26 school year. View the 2025-26 school year calendar for additional important dates.
Tax-Free Weekend
Friday, August 1, through Sunday, August 3, will be a sales tax holiday in the state of Virginia. Visit Virginia’s Sales Tax Holiday webpage for details on eligible items, which include school supplies and clothing.
Faith Mekonen to Serve as School Board Student Representative
Faith Mekonen, a rising senior at South County High School, has been elected by the countywide Student Advisory Council (SAC) to serve a one-year term as student representative to the Fairfax County School Board, beginning July 1. Learn more about Faith and her role.
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