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 Important Dates
February 23 - Snow day, No School
February 24 - Spring Sports begin
February 25 - Capitol Hill Field Trip, 12th Grade
March 20 - No School, Nowruz
March 27 - 2 Hr. Early Release, End of 3rd Quarter
March 30 - April 3 - No School, Spring Break
April 6 - Student Holiday, Teacher Workday
April 10 - Student Holiday, School Planning Day
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.
Leadership Transition - Message from Principal Lane
As we have reached my final week at Oakton, I want to again extend my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the students, staff and community. It has truly been an honor to serve this school. I am looking forward to having the opportunity to supporting Oakton from the Region 1 office as I transition to this new role. Mr. Merrell will be joining the Oakton community as interim principal on Monday, March 2 as we go through the process of selecting a new principal. I have every confidence this will be a smooth transition.
New Visitor Management System
We are excited to announce that our school is now using the new Raptor Visitor Management System (VMS). This upgrade is part of our school’s and FCPS’ ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and streamlining the process for visitors at our school. The VMS ensures that no visitor is on the sex offender registry.
For most visitors, the user experience will be the same when you check in at the front office.
But now there is also an app, which can make check-ins even faster at school. Visitors who choose to download the RaptorSafe App and create a Raptor Passport can pre-verify their information before they get to school. The app will give you a QR code you can use when you check in at school.
If you have questions or need assistance with the new system, please contact our front office. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe!
Oakton Internship Program
The Oakton Internship application is live for seniors. The application is due by the end of the day on April 17, 2026. There will be a box in the main office to collect the completed applications. The link and all information regarding the internship is available on the Class of 2026 Schoology page. Students must be signed in to their fcpsschools.net account to access the application. If students have any questions they should follow up with Ms. Landis or Ms. Weber.
Meal Kits for Fasting Students
From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. The first deadline is Wednesday, February 11, for the week of February 16. Please note other important details below:
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Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day.
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Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
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Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.
Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800.
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.
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.
General Information
Testing Information
Volunteer to Support AP Exams at Oakton High School
This year, Oakton High School students will be taking more AP Exams than ever, and we need your help to make testing run smoothly! If you’re available during the AP Testing window, May 4–15, we invite you to volunteer as a proctor. Please complete the AP Testing Proctor Volunteer Google Form if you are willing to volunteer. Mrs. Stewart, OHS AP Coordinator will reach out with further information and details with the FCPS Volunteer Registration and available slots for volunteering during the testing window.
Important: Parents of students taking an AP Exam cannot volunteer during the time their student is testing, but you are welcome to help on other days of testing.
What You’ll Do as a Large Group Exam Proctor:
- Pass out student ID labels before testing begins
- Help students find their seats and get ready
- Distribute testing materials
- Collect trash and provide pencils/pens as needed
Assist students with restroom breaks during testing
Help teachers collect and sort ID labels
- Support Lead Proctors with collecting and counting test materials
Your support ensures a smooth and successful testing experience for all our students and staff!
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.
Student Services
Junior College Planning - Parent Night (Virtual)
Junior parents and guardians, please join us on Wednesday, March 11th from 6:00-7:30pm for Junior College Planning - Parent Night. Counselors will share information about the college planning and search process. This will be a virtual webinar, and a link will be emailed to all junior families a day before the webinar. We hope you can join us, but if not, the session will be recorded and posted on the OHS website.
Learn About Opportunities for the Year Following Graduation
FCPS School Counseling Services and Go Overseas will co-host the FCPS Virtual Gap Year Fair on Tuesday, February 24, from 6 to 7 p.m. This event is for high school students and their families who are interested in learning about opportunities for the year following high school graduation. Students should register at USA Gap Year Fairs. Contact Pamela White with any questions.
Course Selection for 2026-2027 School Year
The course selection process for next school year is well underway! 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.
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:
- Celebrating Our Students
- Summer Camp and Learning
- New High School Name
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Register Today With Volunteer FCPS
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at [School]. All volunteers must:
- Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
- Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
- Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.
At the Volunteer FCPS site, you can complete a volunteer orientation. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
PTSA News
PTSA needs your support!
Please consider supporting the PTSA with a contribution during the PTSA fundraiser at https://oaktonhsptsa.ptboard.com/formvw/store?store=6898. Your donations play a key role in shaping the experiences for our students and teachers and funds various PTSA programs and events at Oakton High School. All donations are tax deductible as well! Please note that we depend on donations. Without your donations, the PTSA will be unable to financially support programs and events throughout the school year. We only ask that you be as generous as your budget allows, no amount is too small. Together we can make a difference!
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