First Grade Teacher Taylor Berry works with a student in a literacy lesson at North Springfield Elementary School.
🏆 Academic Excellence: FCPS Outperforms State and Global SAT Averages
Fairfax County Public School students continued to show the power and promise of public education by surpassing state and global averages on the SAT — an exam taken by high schoolers across the nation and around the world.
The Class of 2025 Fairfax County SAT average (1183) was higher than the Virginia total score average (1112) and the global total score average (1029). Additionally, Fairfax County performance for the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing subtest (596) and Mathematics subtest (587) is higher than these subtest averages across Virginia and worldwide. This is true for all students and for each reporting group.
These SAT scores are another data point that highlights the impact our exceptional team has on our incredible students! Learn more about how FCPS students performed on SATs.
🔧 Automotive Instructor Wins $50,000 for Marshall Academy
Rebecca Fenton, pictured above with Marshall Academy Administrator Greg Luongo, is an automotive instructor at Marshall Academy. Rebecca, who is the only woman automotive instructor in FCPS, is a winner of the 2025 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence. The award comes with a $50,000 prize for Marshall Academy!
What’s more, Rebecca is one of only 25 public high school skilled trades educators in the country to receive the award out of more than 1,000 applicants. Read more about this significant honor.
Dr. Reid Reflects: A Shout Out for Community Relations
Pillar B of the FCPS Strategic Plan emphasizes building trusting partnerships with parents. The small but mighty Office of Community Relations embodies that spirit each day.
Two years ago, the staff of Community Relations brought to life the FCPS Summer Extravaganza, with the support of employees from several FCPS offices. This year — with the continued leadership of Director Angie Aldave and Intercultural Engagement Manager Gracie Mendez — the day of fun and engaging experiences for families grew.
The event continued its original intent to encourage learning over the summer and was supported by numerous departments across the division and county. The event has also been supported by Educate Fairfax.
In recognition of their work, Angie and Gracie recently accepted Celebrate Fairfax’s Event of the Year Award. Read more in Dr. Reid’s latest Weekly Reflections.
🏀 Celebrating Coaches Who Teach Life Lessons
National Coaches Day, celebrated annually on October 6, recognizes and honors the dedicated coaches who inspire, guide, and mentor students on and off the court.
One of our outstanding FCPS coaches is Doug Craig, who leads the Woodson High School boys varsity basketball team. Last school year, Doug was named the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 6 All-State Basketball Coach of the Year — a testament to his commitment to excellence and his impact on students. Read more about Doug.
📍 October Community Boundary Review Meetings
Our October community boundary review meetings will begin on Monday, October 13. Each of the 12 meetings will focus on two pyramids. At the meetings, the consultant will present the latest draft boundary map (Scenario 4) and changes specific to the two pyramids. Participants will also be invited to ask questions.
Meetings will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. unless otherwise specified. Please note that some meeting dates have changed:
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Monday, October 13, at Robinson Secondary School, (Centreville and Robinson Pyramids) in person
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Tuesday, October 14, at Herndon High School, (South Lakes and Herndon Pyramids) in person
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Wednesday, October 15, at Langley High School, (Oakton and Langley Pyramids) in person
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Thursday, October 16, at Fall Church High School, (Marshall and Falls Church Pyramids) in person
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Tuesday, October 21, at Annandale High School, (Justice and Annandale Pyramids) in person
View the full list of October boundary meetings.
Click “in person” to register to attend a meeting in person. Virtual registration links will be available soon. Visit the Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information.
📃 Reminder to Review Collective Bargaining Agreements
The Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) between FCPS and the Fairfax Education Unions (FEU) Licensed Instructional and Operational units took effect July 1, 2025. These agreements establish the terms and conditions of employment for all employees represented by FEU.
Highlights include negotiated salary increases over the next three years (including a 6% market scale adjustment in July 2025), protected planning time for teachers, clearer guidelines for instructional assistants, limits on mandatory meetings, and an automated grievance process in StaffConnect.
All program managers and employees are encouraged to review the CBAs, as they cover important topics such as salary, the workday, leave, grievance procedures, safety, and union rights. More information about the Collective Bargaining Agreements is available on Atlas.
For questions, please contact the Office of Labor Relations at LaborRelations@fcps.edu.
🗓️ Calendar Reminders: Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Diwali
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Monday, October 13, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Diwali
Monday, October 20, is a school holiday for Diwali. All schools and offices are closed.
See the complete school year calendar and the employee calendar.
School Board Meeting Thursday, October 9, at 7 p.m.
The School Board will hold its next regular business meeting on Thursday, October 9, at 7 p.m. Topics on the agenda include:
- Additional Advisory Committee Appointments
- Awarding of Contracts
View the complete agenda. Find out how to watch and participate in School Board meetings.
Sexual Harassment Prohibited in FCPS
Regulation 4950 – Sexual Harassment by Employees states that no person in Fairfax County Public Schools shall be subjected to sexual harassment. It is the intent of the School Board to maintain an environment free from sexual harassment of any kind.
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature amounting to or constituting harassment are prohibited. Employees should report complaints of sexual harassment to their supervisors or program managers. Students and their parents/caregivers should bring concerns to their school principals.
If, for any reason, an individual prefers not to address their concerns directly with a principal, supervisor, or program manager, they may consult or file a complaint online (select Discrimination/Bullying/Harassment Complaint).
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