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 I hope everyone is staying warm during the storm and cold weather!
Important Dates
January 26-27 - No School, Snow Days
January 28 - 2 Hr. Early Release
January 29 - Student Holiday, Staff Development Day
January 30 - Student Holiday, Teacher Workday
February 10 - Insights from College Admissions Reps (Virtual Webinar)
February 11 - Parent Pie Night for New/Transfer Families
February 16 - No School, Presidents' Day
February 17 - Student Holiday, Teacher Workday, Lunar New Year
Save the Date:
April 17 - Junior/Senior Prom, Westwood Country Club
June 3 - Class of 2026 Graduation
June 17 - Last day of school
The FCPS School Year Calendars are available below by school year for your planning purposes.
General Information
End of Year Calendars
With the end of the first semester approaching, we have posted our end of year calendars on the Oakton website. This includes our final exam schedule. Please note there is one calendar for underclassmen and a second calendar for the Class of 2026.
Updated Class of 2026 Senior Letter
Friday, January 23 we sent out an updated senior letter. It can also be found here on the Oakton HS website.
Upcoming Student Experience Survey at Oakton High School
Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.
All students in grades 6-12, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link.
We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.
Parent Pie Night for New/Transfer Families
Wednesday, February 11th from 7:00-8:00PM
This event is designed for parents/guardians of transfer students new to Oakton this school year. Join the Oakton Student Ambassadors for a slice of pie as we share with you ESSENTIAL information about Oakton such as extracurricular activities, tutoring opportunities, and Parent Vue. Light refreshments will be served, and we’ll meet in the Cafeteria.
Please RSVP using the following link so we have enough pie for everyone: https://forms.gle/dDFBjWo26qxZs7Uc8.
Course Selection for 2026-2027 School Year
When students return in January we will begin the course selection process for next school year. To help students and families in their decision making, we have compiled all of our course registration materials in one easy location.
On the Oakton HS website you will find:
- Course Selection Dates by grade level
- Curriculum Night Date and Information
- Course Catalog and Course Selection Sheets
- General Academic Advising Information
- Graduation Requirements
- Oakton Course Maps and Information
- Virtual Course Offerings Fair
- Oakton Courses with Applications
- Academies and Specialized Programs
If you have any questions or need any assistance related to academic advising during this time you are welcome to contact your school counselor or the appropriate department chair/teacher/content area administrator.
Senior Deadline for X2VOL Service-Learning Hours
All Service-Learning Hours for Seniors must be submitted no later than April 24th 2026 to be approved and considered for graduation recognition and awards. FCPS does not have a Service- Learning graduation requirement. Seniors can earn special recognition and distinguishments for their approved hours of Service-Learning. Please see the OHS Service Learning website for more information.
Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation
All students enrolled in Classroom Driver Education during the 2025-2026 school year must attend an in-person Partners for Safe Teen Driving (PSTD). The presentation is connected to successful classroom instruction and must be completed to receive a DEC-District 8 card (pink card). The parent-teen traffic safety presentation (PSTD) will be offered multiple times during the school year at Oakton. Students and their parents/guardians should plan to attend the presentation at Oakton at your earliest convenience.
All PSTDs begin promptly. Late admission will not be allowed.
2025-2026 Remaining Dates:
- March 16, 2026 6:30-8:00pm
- May 18, 2026 6:30-8:00pm
These sessions are intended for Sophomores. Juniors and Seniors can attend a session through Adult and Community Education.
PSTD nights are not available to freshmen.
Please find more information about driver education for parents by accessing this flyer.
Testing Information
National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)
Oakton High will participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) on Thursday, March 5, 2026. NAEP is the largest nationally representative and continuing assessment of what students know and can do in various subjects. NAEP is administered by the National Center for Education Statistics, within the U.S. Department of Education. NAEP is different from our state assessments because it is a common measure of achievement across the country. The results are released as The Nation's Report Card, which provides information about student achievement to educators, parents/guardians, policymakers, and the public. Families of students selected to participate will be notified via email.
WIDA Assessment Testing (February 9th-20th)
Beginning February 9th, all students identified as multilingual learners (MLs) will be assessed to monitor their progress and proficiency in English as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). WIDA ACCESS consists of the following parts (domains): Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking. Each domain is a separate test, and students must complete all four domains to meet the testing requirement. This assessment is used to determine a student’s English Language proficiency level, eligibility for ESOL services and testing accommodations. It also provides teachers with information they can use to plan for and support their students’ learning. Participation in this assessment is a critical part of how we measure our students’ growth and progress as well as plan for their continued success. The majority of WIDA testing will take place over 2-days, February 19th, and 20th. Students and parents/guardians of those participating will be notified of testing schedules via email.
Student Services
Insights from College Admissions Reps – February 10, 2026: 6:00 – 7:30pm (Virtual)
Oakton families, please mark your calendars. Insights from College Admissions Reps is a Zoom webinar for both students and their families. You will hear directly from college admissions representatives in a panel format.
Topics include:
- Finding the Right Fit
- Components of the College Application
- Starting the College Search
The Zoom link will be emailed to families on Monday, February 9 via eNotify "Oakton High School."
2026 FCPS Gap Year Fair
FCPS’ School Counseling Services and Go Overseas are co-hosting the annual FCPS Gap Year Fair on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at George C. Marshall High School from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event is for high school students and parents who are interested in learning more about the growing array of gap year opportunities. The evening will begin with a presentation in the auditorium from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Immediately following, the program fair will be held in the cafeteria from 6:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with representatives from over 30 programs offering gap year opportunities. Students and their families are encouraged to meet the representatives and learn about the variety of experiences available.
Students are encouraged to pre-register for this event. For more information, visit: USA Gap Year Fairs.
**In the event of inclement weather on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The Gap Year Fair will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the same time and location.
Tutoring Resources for Families
Some families may be looking for additional resources to help support their child’s academic success. The FCPS Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of FCPS employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to hire as tutors. This list is a resource offered by the FRC, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with the tutors. This list is not approved by FCPS and is only meant to be a resource to families.
FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services, at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
Class Schedule Change Requests
Timeline for Schedule Changes
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November 10 - March 27: Any student requesting a schedule change will need to fill out the schedule change request form, with permission from parent, student, teacher, school counselor, and administrator. If approved by the administration, schedule changes will only be processed if there is space available.
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April 7 - June 17: There will not be any schedule changes, regardless of space availability. This date aligns with the last day of the 3rd Quarter.
For any questions you may have, contact your child’s school counselor.
Health and Wellness Updates
💻 No-Cost Mental Online Therapy for All High School Students
Is your student experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? Do they seem withdrawn or uninterested in their usual hobbies?
Parents/caregivers can refer their children for free weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the FCPS’ Teletherapy webpage for information about this service.
Emergency Resources
Crisis Link Regional Hotline 703-527-4077
Crisis Text Text NEEDHELP to 85511
Dominion Hospital Emergency 703-536-2000
INOVA Emergency 703-289-7560
Merrifield Center Emergency 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
Life Threatening 911
FCPS News
FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- More News and Updates on-the-go With the FCPS App
- Academy Open Houses
- Connect With Your Kids: Simple Steps to Stronger Communication
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Prepare for Winter Weather
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather closing decisions are made at FCPS.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, the new FCPS mobile app, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange emergency child care if needed.
Winter Resources for Families
A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter weather. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!
We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during snow or inclement weather days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.
PTSA News
Thank You!
PTSA organized a Teachers and Staff Breakfast event on January 21, 2026. Thank you to the Oakton High School community for supporting our school faculty and the PTSA!
All Night Grad Party (ANGP)
The ANGP is hosted by the PTSA each year to celebrate our Oakton High School graduating seniors. For the ANGP to run annually, parent volunteers are needed to work with the PTSA Board and ANGP Committee Chair to plan the event. If you are interested in being a part of the ANGP Committee, please contact the Oakton High School PTSA at: oaktonhsptsa@gmail.com. For details on how you can support the ANGP and to purchase Cougar mugs and Senior Yard Signs, visit https://oaktonhsptsa.ptboard.com/formvw/store?store=6899.
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